Schedule Backup

The Schedule Backup feature allows you to set up automated backup schedules for your server, ensuring that your data is regularly backed up without manual intervention.

Create a Backup Schedule

To create a backup schedule, follow these steps:

1. Log In: Log in to your ServerAvatar account and navigate to the Backup section in the sidebar.

2. Select Schedule Backup: Click on the Schedule Backup tab to access the schedule backup functionality.

3. Fill in the Backup Details:

   • Backup Type: Choose from one of the following backup types:

     • File System
     • Application
     • Database

   • File Type: Select the file type for the backup:

     • .tar
     • .tar.gz

   • Database File Type: Choose the database file type (if applicable):

     • .sql
     • .sql.gz

   • Server: Select the server for the backup, which can be associated with File System, Application, or Database.

   • Application: Choose the application (if applicable) for File System or Application backup.

   • Database: Select the database (if applicable) for Application or Database backup.

   • Storage Provider: Choose a storage provider where you want to store the backup.

   • Provider Account: Select the account of the storage provider if you have multiple storage accounts configured.

   • Start Now: Check the "Start Now" checkbox if you want to initiate the backup immediately after creating the schedule.

4. Create Schedule: After filling in the required details, click the "Create Schedule" button to set up the automated backup schedule.

List of Schedules

Here, you can view a list of all your schedules. This list includes the following columns:

• Provider: The storage provider where the backup is stored.

• Application: The associated application for the backup (if applicable).

• Database: The associated database for the backup (if applicable).

• Status: The status of the schedule, indicating whether it's currently running or paused.

• Type: The type of backup (File System, Application, or Database).

• Price: The cost associated with the backup (if applicable).

• Created At: The date and time when the backup schedule was created.

• Start/Pause Schedule Backup: You can use the "Start/Pause Schedule Backup" button to manually initiate or pause a scheduled backup. This gives you control over when the backup runs, even if it's scheduled for the future.

To access the list of scheduled backups:

1. Navigate to the Schedules tab in the sidebar.

2. You will see a table with the mentioned columns.

3. You can perform actions on individual schedules as needed, such as modifying the schedule, pausing, or initiating backups.

By setting up regular backup schedules and using the "Start/Pause Schedule Backup" button when necessary, you can ensure that your data is consistently protected, and you have full control over your backup processes.

List of Scheduled Backups

Here, you can view a list of all your scheduled backups. This list includes the following columns:

• Provider: The storage provider where the backup is stored.

• Application: The associated application for the backup (if applicable).

• Database: The associated database for the backup (if applicable).

• Status: The current status of the backup, indicating whether it's completed or in progress.

• Type: The type of backup (File System, Application, or Database).

• Price: The cost associated with the backup (if applicable).

• Created At: The date and time when the backup schedule was created.

• Start/Pause Schedule Backup: You can use the "Start/Pause Schedule Backup" button to manually initiate or pause a scheduled backup. This gives you control over when the backup runs, even if it's scheduled for the future.

• List of Backups: You can view a list of all backups taken based on this schedule, including their names, creation dates, and other relevant details.

To access the list of scheduled backups:

1. Navigate to the Schedule Backup tab in the sidebar.

2. You will see a table with the mentioned columns.

Note: Remember to manage your backup schedules wisely to avoid excessive resource usage.

If you want to Download or Restore backup, click on the “Download” or “Restore” icon respectively after the backup process status shows as Completed as shown in the image below.

If you want to Delete a backup, select the backups that you want to delete, and then click on the Delete all button.

For more information on the other backup features like "Instant Backup" and "Archive Backup," refer to the respective sections in the sidebar.

That's it! You now know how to create, manage, and control backup schedules using ServerAvatar's intuitive interface.