After installing the Laptop Backup software, backup operations are automatically performed based on the schedule set by the administrator. You can monitor the backup jobs on your laptop using the Edge Monitor tool that runs in the system tray. You can also view, control, and initiate backup operations. The Edge Monitor tool also includes a link to the Command Center where you can perform a restore.
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You cannot access the Edge Monitor tool on Linux laptops. The Edge Monitor tool is only supported on macOS and Windows 64-bit operating systems.
Before You Begin
You must have the Data Protection Operations permission to view, start, and control backups using the Edge Monitor tool.
Procedure
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Open the Edge Monitor tool:
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On Windows laptops, in the notification area (system tray), double-click the Edge Monitor icon,
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If you do not see the icon in the notification area or in the list of programs, go to the installation_directory/Base folder and double-click the CVEdgeMonitor.exe.
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On Mac laptops, from the Menu bar, double-click the Edge Monitor icon,
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Result
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The summary of the backup jobs previously run on your laptop is displayed in the Edge Monitor dialog box.
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After a backup (scheduled by the administrator) completes, you can perform your first restore. You can perform restore operations in the Command Center. To access the Command Center, from the Edge Monitor tool, click the Restore Files link.