Getting Started with Block-Level Backup

Before configuring block-level backups, ensure that these prerequisites are met:

• System Requirements:

  Refer to System Requirements for a list of supported platforms and other requirements for block-level backups.

• Deployment:

  MediaAgent and File System components must be installed on the client computer.

  Block-level backup does not require any special licenses other than the licenses needed to install the necessary components.

The following links will help you to set up your CommCell environment and to run your first backup and restore:

1. Install the CommServe

2. Install the MediaAgent

   Power PC Linux MediaAgents are not supported.

3. Install the File System Agent

For more information about configuring, backing up, or restoring data using block-level backups, see:

• Configuration

• Block-Level Backups

• Block-Level Restores