Backup; Pc Backup - Seagate SRPS20 Administration Manual

Backup

Backing up data can keep your files safe should your WSS NAS or PCs experience failure due to unfortunate
circumstances. Potential issues can include: user error; corrupt software; defective motherboards; poor
sources of power and more. Unforeseen issues can include accidental falls natural disasters and more.
Therefore, Seagate recommends that administrators consider a minimum of two levels of backup for all
devices.
PCs
Local–Back up to the WSS NAS on the local network.
Cloud–Back up to cloud storage.
WSS NAS
Local–Back up to direct-attached storage (DAS).
Cloud–Back up to cloud storage

PC backup

Use your WSS NAS to automate backups from compatible PCs on the network. Once you have joined PCs to
the WSS NAS's domain, run the backup assistant to configure backups. See Windows Server Essentials
Connector for instructions on how to join PCs to the WSS NAS's domain.
Review the instructions below to configure a backup from a PC to the WSS NAS.
1. From a PC on the network, connect to your WSS NAS via Remote Desktop.
2. Launch the dashboard.
3. Choose Devices.
4. Right click the PC and choose Set up Backup for this computer.
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