Create Backup Set

Cloud File Backup allows you to back up data stored on Cloud storage to a Local/Mapped Drive/Removeable Drive, FTP/SFTP or another cloud destination of your choice. This feature gives you the convenience of adding extra layer of protection to your cloud-based storage.

Creating Cloud File Backup Set

Name This is the name of the backup set. You can create a meaningful name for it.
Backup set type The backup set type, e.g. Cloud File Backup
Cloud Type These are the following available cloud type:
  • Aliyun
  • Amazon S3
  • AWS S3 Compatible Cloud Storage
  • Backblaze B2
  • CTYun
  • Dropbox
  • FTP
  • Google Cloud Storage
  • Google Drive
  • Microsoft Azure
  • OneDrive
  • OneDrive for Business
  • OpenStack
  • Rackspace
  • SFTP
  • Wasabi

To create a backup set

  1. Name the backup set.
  2. Select the backup set type as Cloud File Backup.
  3. Select the desired Cloud type.
  4. Depending on the cloud type you have selected, you will be prompted to enter the cloud service login details in either way below. Note: Make sure pop-up alert is allowed on your default browser so that you won't be blocked from accessing the login page of your cloud service provider.

  5. Click Next to proceed when you are done with the settings.
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For Dropbox Cloud type backup sets, the account type used to create the backup set and an additional option called "Backup scope" will be available to determine the type of files and folders that are visible / available for backup. For more information, please refer to the appropriate Cloud File Backup Guide.