Restoring the server from backup
Restoring a server from a backup is an important procedure to ensure data security and business continuity. In this article, we will consider the basic steps for restoring a server from a backup.
1. Preparation:
– Make sure you have access to the last full or incremental backup of your server.
– Determine in advance the place where the new/restoring server (physical or cloud) will be placed.
2. Creating an empty server environment:
– If you use a physical computer, transfer it to a working configuration with the help of the operating system and the necessary software applications.
– If you prefer to use cloud storage, create an instance of the corresponding OS and configure it according to the requirements of your application.
3. Installation of the necessary software:
a) On behalf of the administrator account, perform all the steps to install basic services: IIS/Apache/Nginx/WebLogic/Tomcat;
b) According to the specifications of the product, install all the necessary components and dependencies;
c) Make sure you have all the required licenses.
4. Data recovery:
– If you are using a full server backup, simply copy the files from the backup to the new/recovering server.
– If you work with incremental or differentiated backups, perform a step-by-step recovery process to the last state of your server.
5. Functionality check:
– Run the application and check its operation after a successful recovery.
6. Updating system parameters (if necessary):
a) Use the administrator console to update the IP addresses of DNS servers;
b) Bind to up-to-date SSL/TLS security certificates;
7. Regular creation of backup copies:
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