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Disabling a backup device – HP B6960-90078 User Manual

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Configuring and Using Backup Devices

Disabling a Backup Device

Chapter 2

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Disabling a Backup Device

Disabling a backup device is useful when the device is damaged or in
maintenance mode.

If you disable a backup device, all subsequent backups skip this device.
The next available device defined in the list of devices for the backup
specification is used, provided that load balancing has been selected. All
devices using the same lock name as the disabled device are also
disabled.

This lets you avoid backups that fail due to a device needing service,
while keeping other devices available (and configured) for backup.

How to Disable a
Device

Disable a backup device by selecting the

Disable device

option in the

Settings

property page of the device or drive. Refer to Figure 2-12. For

detailed steps, refer to the online Help index keyword “disabling backup
devices”.

How to Restart the
Device

To resume using the device for backups, deselect the

Disable device

option.