Backing up files - the basic steps

Following are the basic steps for making a backup - that is, using the default backup options to back up your data to tape. Advanced backup options are covered later.

John has been having problems with his host lately. He wants to make a quick backup of his host before anything else goes wrong.

Using the above example, follow these directions to back up your files:

From the Quick Access dialog box, select Backup
In the Source area, select the clients and files to back up.
Refer to ``Software Basics'' for more information about using the Browser to select your sources.
In the Destination area, select the tape device group and tape for the backup job.
Run the job.
Click the Run button to schedule and run the job.
John schedules the job to run at the current date and time (he leaves the date and time settings alone), and clicks OK: