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2.7 nSync Backup Service
nSync is an FTP compatible synchronization method
that allows backup and restoration of a share folder to
another MaxNAS Target or any FTP server. When using
nSync between two MaxNAS units, the synchronization
also supports secure encryption. nSync can scheduled
to run once, daily, weekly, or monthly. The available
bandwidth for nSync tasks can be limited to reduce
impact on network availability. The nSync configuration
screen is accessible by selecting “nSync” from the
Storage menu.
2.7.1 Create new nSync backup task
To create a new nSync task, click
Add . The Add nSync
task control page will appear with the following elements:
Task Name Enter a name for the nSync scheduled job.
Target Manufacturer Select whether the target is a MaxNAS or FTP
server.
Target IP Address The IP address of your target server
Nsync Source
Folder
The share folder you want to backup. See section
2.3 for more information
AUTH ID The account ID on the target server.
AUTH Password The password for the AUTH ID on the target server.
Scheduled Time The time when the Nsync task will run.
Schedule Type Select whether to run the Nsync task daily, weekly,
or monthly. Day of week and day of month are user
selectable.
It is recommended the nSync link be tested before it is committed for connectivity and to
verify proper credentials. When the nSync task is created and all task fields have been entered,
click the (Test Connection) button to verify the address and credentials. Once the task has
been verified, enter the scheduled time and frequency, and click
Apply to complete set the
LAN configuration, or Cancel to abort. See Chapter 4 Section 4 for additional information.
2.7.2 Modify an existing nSync task
To modify an existing nSync task, check the checkbox next to the task name and click
Modify
Refer to section 2.5.1 for detailed field information. It is recommended the nSync link be tested
before it is committed for connectivity and to verify proper credentials. When the modifications to
the nSync task are entered, click
Test Connection to verify the address and credentials. Once the task
has been verified, click Modify to complete set the LAN configuration, or Cancel to abort.
2.7.3 Deleting an existing nSync task
To delete an existing nSync task, check the checkbox next to the task name and click
Delete . A
confirmation dialog box will appear. Click OK to remove the nSync task, or Cancel to abort.
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