Backup Jobs

Backup Exec uses backup jobs to save and reuse file and option selections. You create a backup job by selecting drives and files for backup, choosing program settings and options, and saving your selections with a new job name.

A backup job includes all selections made at the time it is saved:

Backup jobs can be opened, saved, and deleted using the Job menu. In the Backup window, you can open a backup job with the Backup Job list.

To change a backup job, simply make new file or option selections. When you run a backup, your changes are automatically saved. To save your changes under a different name, choose Save As from the Job menu and enter a new name, or type the new name in the Job Name field. If you attempt to save a new job using an existing name, the program asks you whether or not to overwrite the existing job. If you choose overwrite, the new job replaces the existing job.

You can use the Backup Wizard ( Using the Backup Wizard) or the Backup window (see The Backup Window) to create new backup jobs or you can modify and rename existing job files.

By saving your backup jobs, you can run them again without making your selections again.

The Backup Job box lists your saved backup jobs. Type a new name in the box to save the job under a different name.

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