After setting up the new MediaAgent, use the following methods to test the readiness of the new MediaAgent.
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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.
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Make sure the status of the library used by the new MediaAgent is online. See Library Properties - Status.
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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.
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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.