Backing up your Directory database

You can use backup and restore to safely back up your Directory database and configuration files. Backup and restore makes configuring your system easier after a hardware upgrade and can restore your configurations after a system failure.

1. In the SV Control Panel, click the Configuration tab.
2. Under Backup/Restore Directory and configurations, click Backup wizard > Next .
3. On the Backup method page, select either Cloud or Local, and then click Next.
   • If you selected Cloud, do the following:
     1. On the Authentication page, enter either your System ID or GTAP credentials to authenticate the backup.
        Note: After you have entered your credentials the first time, you won’t be asked again for future backups.
     2. On the Security page, select one of the following two options:

        Let Genetec manage my security

        You don't need to provide a password. The backup cloud service from Genetec Inc. encrypts your data.

        Use my own password

        Create and remember your own password to use later for the encryption of your backup files.

        Important: If you lose or forget your password, Genetec Inc. cannot recover the lost password.

   • If you selected Local, do the following:
     1. On the Destination folder page, enter a name for the backup and navigate to the folder where you want to store the backup.
     2. On the Security page, create a password to encrypt your backup file. You can also select Do not encrypt my backup, although it's not recommended.
4. Follow the rest of the steps in the wizard to complete your backup.