Yikes! Need to back up and re-install MacBook Pro

[Elmer_Lang]

Hi
Using the dvd as startup on my MBPro I ran disk utility's repair disk and received messages that it can't be repaired, to back up files and install.
Some questions before I do:
How do I back-up my files when I can't see the drives?
Would the hardware test provide any repair help?
Can I attach it to my old MBP and start up while holding down 'T' to make it a fw drive and then transfer files?


In this install mode from my disc will I be able to choose the version that allows my apps to be saved or only clean install?
And when I reformat which format should I use?


Replies would be appreciated!







Here's the mesages I got:


Checking Journaled HFS Plus volume.
Checking extens overflow file
Unused node is not erased (node = 882)
Checking catalog file
Invalid mode structure
The volume 'My Drive' was found corrupt and needs to be repaired.
Error: Disk Utility can’t repair this disk. … dis, and restore your backed-up fiiles

Then a window dropped down saying
Disk Utility stopped repairing My Drive

Disk utility can’t repair this disk. Back up as many files as possible, reformat the disk, and restore your backed-up files.

 

[edinc90]

You'll have to use Target Disk Mode (the T key) or a SATA to USB adapter to transfer your files to another drive.

When you reformat the disk, you will lose everything. Use Carbon Copy Cloner or Super Duper! to make an exact clone of your disk, so you don't miss any files. Startup disks for Mac have to be Mac OS Extended format with a GUID partition table for Intel, and Apple Partition Map for PowerPC.