Pre-processes and post-processes can be configured for Data Protection, Data Recovery and Data Replication operations.
Use the following steps to set up pre-processes and post-processes around the backup phase.
Before You Begin
Create a batch file for Windows computers or a shell script for Unix computers. For example, you can create a batch file or shell script to create or change a file or folder, or log the level of a backup.
Procedure
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From the CommCell Browser, go to the backup set that you want to configure a pre- or post-process for.
Note
Not all subclients support pre- and post-processes. For more information, see Pre-processes and Post-processes - Support.
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In the backup set tab in the right pane, right-click the subclient, then click Properties.
The Subclient Properties dialog box appears.
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Click Advanced.
The Advanced Subclient Properties dialog box appears.
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On the Pre/Post Process tab, configure the pre-processes and post-processes:
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Enter the path to the batch file in the PreBackup process box.
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Enter the path to the batch file in the PostBackup process box.
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Click OK.
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In the backup set tab in the right pane, right-click the subclient and click Backup.
The Backup Options dialog box appears.
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Select Full as the backup type and Immediate to run the job immediately.
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Click OK.