

By default, the backup schedule is on weekdays at 11:00 p.m., but this can easily be as frequent as necessary. In addition, any special applications, such as Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft SQL Server, a Microsoft Active Directory (AD) identity store, or an Oracle database can be selected here if the selected network device is hosting one of those platforms.

After selecting a device, a pop-up window prompts you for a backup destination, schedule, whether or not you want encryption, and if you want the backup converted to a virtual machine (VM) that can be easily launched later. Each device needs to have the Acronis agent installed. Along that same side, a Devices menu lets you pick the networked devices you want to protect. Once logged in, the panel on the left-hand side puts everything within easy reach. (Opens in a new window) Read Our Livedrive for Business Review By focusing solely on the types of systems being backed up rather than features, anybody can figure out what they need and how much it will cost. Fortunately, the new licensing structure has been collapsed into a simpler model, although you'll still need a calculator, but at least Acronis has made one available on the website. Customers who had a wide range of needs-such as direct backup support for and email server or a database, such as Microsoft SQL Server, or bare-metal restore capabilities for virtual servers-were usually left scratching their heads until they received assistance from a sales rep. In previous versions, calculating your license fee could be something of a nightmare as you had to first figure out all of the potential options and their pricing. Still, overall, Acronis Cyber Backup is a great product, and only comes in slightly behind Editors' Choice winner Arcserve UDP due mainly to a slight dearth of popular backup targets. A free 30-day trial is available, and both Linux and Windows systems are supported, although Mac OS X users are, surprisingly, left out in the cold. This version uses its cloud hooks to provide new capabilities to customers, including additional security and remote management features. Acronis has been around for a long time and is well known for its on-site backup solution, but this version also competes well as a business-grade cloud backup product. Lack of popular third-party cloud backup targetsĪcronis Cyber Backup begins at $59.67 per year but even at that price, its latest iteration amply demonstrates the company's maturity and expertise.How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.
