Adding NAS/File Share for Backup

Adding NAS/File Share for Backup

Adding NAS/File share to BDRSuite Backup Server enables backup and recovery options for critical files and shared resources across the network. This integration ensures reliable data protection and minimizes the risk of data loss.

In the BDRSuite Backup Server, navigate to 'Data Sources -> Add NAS/File Share' and enter the following details;

Display Name

Specify a name for File Share to be identified in the BDRSuite Backup Server.

Share Path

Enter the UNC path to the file share from which you want to backup files/folders.

Credentials

You can use the already added credentials or click on Add Credentials to add a new one and use use it as well. Make sure to add the credentials with administrative privileges on the server/host you are adding

Select agent for file share backup

The Windows hosts with installed back up agents which were added through “Data Sources -> Add Microsoft Windows‘ menu will by default be listed here. Once you choose, the selected backup agent will used to access the specified file share for backup processing. Make sure the BDRSuite Delegation Services on the backup agent is running in an administrative user account.
Click on save after entering the required details.

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