Data Center Fabric Manager Professional User Manual v10.3.X (53-1001355-01, November 2009)

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Configuring backup to a writable CD
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Back up directory structure overview
The Management server backs up data to two alternate folders. For example, if the backup
directory location is D:\Backup, the backup service alternates between two backup directories,
D:\Backup and D:\BackupAlt. The current backup is always D:\Backup and contains a complete
backup of the system. The older backup is always D:\BackupAlt.
If a backup cycle fails, the cause is usually a full CD-RW. When the backup cycle fails, there may
only be one directory, D:\Backup. There may also be a D:\BackupTemp directory. Ignore this
directory because it may be incomplete.
Configuring backup to a writable CD
NOTE
This is not recommended on a permanent basis. CDs have a limited life, and may only last a month.
An error message occurs if your Management application can no longer back up to the disc.
To configure the backup function to a writable CD, complete the following steps.
1. Select SAN > Options.
The Options dialog box displays (Figure 26).
FIGURE 26 Options Dialog Box (Backup option)
2. Select Backup in the Category list.
The currently defined directory displays in the Backup Output Directory field.
3. Select the Enable Backup check box, if necessary.