Full Backup
This guide shows you step by step how to set up a new profile for continuous full backup.1. Create Profile
- Create a new profile.
- Cancel the profile assistant if it appears.
- Enable the expert view.
2. Configure Profile
- Select Copy Mode from the menu.
- Select the copy mode 'Backup'.
- Select Backup Options from the menu.
- Enable the option 'Create backup folder in destination'.
- Optional: Enable the option 'Create backup generations' to define the maximum number of continuous backups.
- Select Folders from the menu.
- Add the folder containing the data to be backed up to the source folder list.
- Add the destination folder for the full backup to the destination folder list.
3. Optional Settings for Incremental or Differential Backups
This step is only required if you also want to create an incremental or differential backup of the source folder using a separate profile.- Select File Attributes from the menu.
- Enable the options 'Modify source file attributes' and 'Clear archive attribute'.
4. Save Settings
Save the settings using the OK button.5. Test Settings
- Create a copy preview of your profile.
- Check the result of your settings to ensure the full backup is executed as intended.