NAS / File Share Backup

NAS / File Share Backup

BDRSuite's NAS / File Share Backup solution offers reliable protection for your file shares across NAS devices, ensuring secure backup of your critical files and folders. Whether it's NFS or CIFS/SMB shares, BDRSuite ensures that your data is safely backed up and easily recoverable in the event of accidental deletion, data corruption, or system failure.

Watch the Demo Video

Discover how BDRSuite's NAS / File Share Backup solution works by watching our demo video.

How to Get Started

Step 1: Download and Install BDRSuite Backup Server

  1. Click to Download BDRSuite Backup Server here
  2. To Install BDRSuite Backup Server, watch the Backup Server Installation Video below.

Step 2: Create Backup Repository Configuration

Configure local or remote storage, including DAS, NAS, SAN, or opt for public cloud storage like Azure Blob, S3, Google Cloud, or S3-compatible storage options such as Wasabi or MinIO as your backup storage destination.

Step 3: Add NAS / File Share as a Data Source

Navigate to the 'Hypervisors, Servers & Endpoints' tab and select 'Data Sources -> NAS/File Share.' Enter the details of the NAS / File Share you want to back up. Ensure that the necessary permissions are in place for access.
For more detailed instructions, watch the video linked below,

Step 4: Configure Backup for NAS / File Share

  1. Name your backup job and select the configured backup repository
  2. Choose specific file shares and directories to back up from your NAS / File Share
  3. Set up the backup schedules, retention policies, and encryption options
  4. Save the backup job
  5. You can monitor the backup progress, edit jobs, view reports, check statuses, and manage backup jobs from a centralized dashboard.

Step 5: NAS / File Share Recovery

  1. Navigate to the 'Recovery' menu
  2. Select the file shares or specific files and folders to restore
  3. Choose the restore point or timestamp for the restore
  4. Specify the target location for the restored data (either the original location or an alternate path)
  5. Confirm the details and initiate the restoration process
For more detailed instructions, watch the demo video linked above, which covers the entire Backup & Recovery process.
By following these steps, you’ll ensure your NAS / File Share data is securely backed up and recoverable when needed.

Other Backup Solutions

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Need More Information?

For any questions or additional assistance, feel free to reach out to our support team at: bdr-support@vembu.com

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