1.5.5. Workflow 1: Creating a Backup Schedule

BIG-IQ is capable of centrally backing up and restoring all the BIG-IP devices it manages. To create a simple backup schedule, follow the following steps.

  1. Click on the Back Up & Restore submenu in the Devices header.

  2. Expand the Back Up and Restore menu item found on the left and click on Backup Schedules
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  3. Click the Create button

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  4. Fill out the Backup Schedule using the following settings:

    • Name: Nightly
    • Local Retention Policy: Delete local backup copy 1 day after creation
    • Backup Frequency: Daily
    • Start Time: 00:00 Eastern Daylight Time
    • Devices: Groups (radio button): All BIG-IP Group Devices

    Your screen should look similar to the one below.

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  5. Click Save & Close to save the scheduled backup job.

  6. Optionally feel free to select the newly created schedule and select “Run Schedule Now” to immediately backup the devices.

    • Add a Name for the Back Up
    • Click Start
    • When completed the backups will be listed under the Backup Files section
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