AWS Backup
Does AWS Backup in BDRSuite support application-aware processing for Microsoft applications?
Yes, BDRSuite provides application-aware processing for Microsoft applications such as MS Exchange Server and MS SQL. This ensures that backups take place when the application writers are stable and guarantees transaction-consistent snapshots.
How can I schedule automatic backups for my AWS EC2 instances?
BDRSuite allows you to schedule backups on a minute, hourly, daily, or weekly basis. You can experience near-continuous data protection by setting up automatic backup scheduling.
Can BDRSuite perform agentless backups for AWS EC2 instances?
Yes, BDRSuite leverages Amazon APIs to perform agentless backups and restores for AWS EC2 instances. This eliminates the need for installing agents on the target instances.
What happens if my backup schedule fails in BDRSuite?
If a backup schedule is fails in BDRSuite, the backup will be automatically rescheduled. Before every retry attempt, the backup waits for a intimated time and will reattempt backup until the successful backup. This ensures that backup data is always ...
How does BDRSuite ensure the consistency of my data during backup?
BDRSuite's application-aware processing ensures transaction consistency application during backup by coordinating with application-specific writers. It also supports features like log truncation to free up disk space and prevent log growth, as well ...
What is a pre and post script in AWS Backup?
Pre-Script A pre-script is a script that can be executed I/O actions before a backup or restore operation. It is used to perform custom actions, such as stopping or starting services, creating or deleting files, or sending notifications. Post-Script ...
Where are the target instances' snapshots stored?
All the target instances' snapshots (restore points) will be stored in the same account from which they are backed up. This ensures that you have complete control over your backup data and can access it easily when needed.
How does BDRSuite back up AWS EC2 instances?
BDRSuite for AWS performs backup and restores for AWS EC2 instances by launching a BDR Backup Server instance in your AWS Account using the CloudFormation template. This allows you to backup the instances running in the same account or in any other ...