Restoring files protected by file backup jobs

DPX allows you to restore files or directories that have been protected by DPX agent workloads stored on tape or disk.

Prerequisites

Before you proceed with the restoration process, ensure that the backup storage, whether on tape or disk, is accessible and in a healthy state.

Tip. Before starting a restore job, verify that the backup data is intact and that there are no issues with the backup media.

Creating Restoring files protected by file backup Job

To begin the process of restoring files, follow these steps:

  1. Go to Job Manager in the sidebar.

  2. Click New Restore Job to open the New Restore dialog.

  1. Select Restoring files protected by file backup jobs and click Next.

  2. A list will appear showing all files and directories backed up by previous file backup jobs. Select the files or directories you wish to restore and click Next.

  1. Specify job options. This job can be tailored to meet specific recovery needs through a variety of settings and parameters.

See also. To learn more about available options for this job, see Job Options for Restoring files protected by file backup jobs.

Attention! Restoring files to an alternate destination may require additional configuration to ensure that the restored data is usable in its new environment.

  1. Review the summary of your job and click Run. You will see the Run Job prompt.

  1. Click Yes to run the job immediately or No if you want to run it later from the Job Manager.

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