Backing up a VM

Overview

Backup can be done :

• On an Organization
• An OvDC
• A vApp
• A VM

It is possible to perform 2 types of Backups:

• Backup Now
• with an associated PL

Backup Now

Backup Now backs up your VM at a given point in time, with a 1-month retention period. After this month, your backup will expire.

Select your VM and from the Actions button, choose Backup Now: vcloud

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Enter a reference for the backup and select the Backup Now button.

When the backup is complete, an e-mail notification is sent to the user who created the backup.

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VM backup with PL

To protect a VM, click on the Actions button in the VM details view.

Select the Protection Level (PL) you wish to apply:

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Then enter a reference and select Protect.

which triggers VM protection.

The VM then changes to Caution status and will be taken into account for the next night scheduling.

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PLs can also be set up on a VDC or vApp.

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