Manually Starting Agent Backup

The CTERA Agent will automatically back up files, applications, and volumes to the appliance according to the schedule configured on the appliance. If desired, you can manually trigger backup at any time.

To manually start backup from the CTERA Agents page

1. In the Configuration tab's navigation pane, click Local Backup > CTERA Agents.

   The Local Backup > CTERA Agents page appears.

2. Select the desired CTERA Agent.
3. In the Run drop-down list, click the desired backup type.

   The CTERA Agent's status changes to Running, and a progress bar appears.

   The CTERA Agent backs up files to the appliance.

To manually start backup from the CTERA Agent Manager

1. Open the CTERA Agent Manager.

   See Opening the CTERA Agent Manager.

2. Next to the desired backup type, click Go.

   A progress bar appears.

   The CTERA Agent backs up files to the appliance.