# Modifying the Backup Type for a Apache CloudStack VM

You can modify the type of backup that is used for an individual VM, for both VM group backups and VM backups. By default, VMs inherit the backup type from the VM group that they belong to.

## Procedure

1. From the Command Center navigation pane, go to Protect > Virtual machines.

   The Overview page appears.

2. On the VM groups tab, click the VM group.

   The VM group properties page appears.

3. On the Configuration tab, in the Options area, click the edit button .

   The Edit options dialog box appears.

4. Select the backup type for the VM:

   - File system and application consistent: Quiesces the file system and applications while performing the backup.

   - Crash consistent: Takes a point-in-time snapshot of virtual machine data without quiescing.

5. Click Save.

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