Uploading a Backup to a Server

You can upload an existing backup file to a server using FTP (file transfer protocol) or SCP (secure copy protocol).

To upload an existing backup to a server using the GUI:

  1. From the top menu, click Controller.
  2. From the left pane, click Administration > Software Maintenance.
  3. Click the Backup tab.
  4. Select Remote in Copy Selected Backup to.
  5. To upload a backup, do the following:
    • Protocol – Click the file transfer protocol you want to use to upload the backup file, SCP or FTP.
    • Server – Type the IP address of the server where the backup will be uploaded.
    • User ID – Type the user ID used to log into the server.
    • Password – Type the corresponding password for the user ID.
    • Confirm – Type the corresponding password for the user ID to confirm it was typed correctly.
    • Directory – Type the directory on the server where the backup file will be stored.
  6. In the Filename drop-down list, click the backup you want to upload.
  7. Click Copy.
    The Software Maintenance window is displayed, providing the status and results of the operation.