# MediaAgent Recovery: Test the New MediaAgent

After setting up the new MediaAgent, use the following methods to test the readiness of the new MediaAgent.

1. Verify the MediaAgent status. See Status of a MediaAgent.

   You can also run a readiness check report for the MediaAgent computer from the CommCell Console. See Readiness Check - MediaAgent.

2. Make sure the status of the library used by the new MediaAgent is online. See Library Properties - Status.

3. Perform a test restore to make sure that the data from the libraries is restored successfully.

   Refer to the Agent-appropriate documentation for instructions about how to run restores.

4. Perform a test backup to validate the data path to the libraries in the new MediaAgent.

   Refer to the Agent-appropriate documentation for instructions about how to run backups.

#### Related Topics

Disaster Recovery

MediaAgent Recovery

MediaAgent - Configuration

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