Data backup

Last Updated : Sep 01, 2025 |

CMS supports data backup, migrations, and restores using several methods:

  • Tape backup

  • USB storage device backup (non-tape)

  • NFS-mounted file system backup (non-tape)

Important:

When using NFS for backups on CMS 18.0.2 or later, you must use NFS Version 4 (v4). If you are upgrading from an older version of CMS that supports an earlier version of NFS, upgrade your NFS setup to NFS v4 after upgrading your system.