Backing up System Platform

About this task

Use this procedure to back up configuration information for System Platform and the Messaging template. Use the System Platform Web Console to back up the files.

ImportantImportant

The backup file size can reach 3 GB. Ensure that you have that enough free space at the location where you are storing the backup archive.

Procedure

  1. Log on to the System Platform Web Console.
  2. Click Server Management > Backup/Restore.
  3. Click Backup.
  4. On the Backup page, select the Backup Now option to start the backup operation immediately.
  5. Select the location to store or send the backup files:
    • Local: Stores the backup archive file on System Platform in the /vspdata/backup/archive directory.

    • SFTP: Stores the backup archive file on the designated SFTP host server as well as on the System Platform server.

    • Email: Sends the backup archive file to the e-mail address that you specify as well as stores the file on the System Platform server.

      NoteNote

      Avaya does not recommend that you use the Email option due to the large size of backup files. The backup file size can reach 3 GB.

  6. Enter other information as appropriate.
  7. Click Backup Now.