Using the Make a Database Image utility creates a snapshot in time of the system's data. The utility, found at Hub / Utilities / Make Database Image, allows users the option to save the Image locally, such as on their PC or network, or the Image can be saved to an external source, such as a USB or external hard drive.
Local Image Storage
The Image Path is the location where the file will be stored. The Name is the name of the image when saved. Be sure to note both the Location and Name.
Select the checkbox Zip Image Files. Enter the Name for the Database Image.
Note: Best practice is to name the file with a unique identifier, such as a date, that will avoid previous Image overwriting and allow for general Image clarification.
Select the Make Database Image button. The Image generation will begin and may take a few moments.
Once complete, a message will appear indicating the Database Images have been created. Select OK.
The information for the newly created Image will display in the Cleanup old database images window.
External Image Storage
Be sure to note both the Location and Name of the Backup Image being created.
Hosted Customers: Although Agvance provides automatic system backups for hosted customers, best practice is to save a Database Image to an external source prior to rolling the month and ending the Fiscal Year.
Non-Hosted Customers: Agvance does not create automatic system backups for non-hosted customers. As such, Database Images should be saved on a regular basis, in the event the system needs to be restored to a prior point in time. For more information regarding the recommended frequency of creating Database Images, please reach out to Support.
Note: Whether hosted or non-hosted, it is recommended that when saving Images to an external source, that external source should be securely stored off-site.
Check the checkbox for Copy Image to. Enter the path for the external storage or select the File Folder to search for the location.
Select the Make Database Image button. The Image generation will begin and may take a few moments.
Once complete, a message will appear indicating the Database Images have been created. Select OK.
The information for the newly created Image will display at the bottom of the list in the Cleanup old database images window.
