Adding or changing a scheduled backup

Last Updated : Jun 02, 2024 |

About this task

Use this procedure to add or change a scheduled backup.

Procedure

  1. Log in to the System Management Interface (SMI).
  2. From the left side select Data Backup/Restore > Schedule Backup.

    The Schedule Backup page displays any previously-scheduled backups by type.

  3. Choose to
    • Add a new backup to the schedule by clicking Add.

    • Change a previously-scheduled backup by clicking the radio button to the left of the backup listed and clicking Change.

    The Add New Schedule or Change Current Schedule page displays, respectively. These forms are the same.

  4. Refer to the Add New Schedule field descriptions table to fill in the appropriate information on the Add New Schedule page.
    Note:

    Duplicated servers: The Save ACP translations prior to backup and Do NOT save ACP translations prior to backup fields do not appear when you are logged on to the standby server interfaces.

    Note:

    From Release 10.2, encryption of backup files is mandatory. You must remember the pass phrase to restore the encrypted data.

    Create a pass phrase consisting of letters, numbers, spaces, and special characters for added protection. Following characters are not supported: single quote, backslash, single backquote, quote, and percent

  5. Select the Day of the Week from the list .
  6. Select the Start Time from the drop-down boxes.

    Each day all backups begin at this same time. Avaya suggests avoiding scheduling backups either during peak calling hours or while making administration changes (for example, adds or changes).

  7. Click on either the Add New Schedule or the Change Schedule button.

    The system verifies the request.