Single Backup Server - SBS 2003 - Restore Options
I have just purchased Acronis Backup and Recovery for SBS and have a question about getting it setup. I have one SBS 2003 server that has ALL my data/apps on it. I want to install Acronis on THIS server to backup and protect itself. I do have another Terminal Server that really doesn't do much and doesn't need to be be backed up. My question is: Is that a recomended install or do I need another server to act as my management server? The reason I ask is, what if my SBS server crashes and I need to restore it, how will my restoration go if it can't get to the management server? I plan on backing up the data to a USB connected external hard drive. I can't find anything in the User Guide to support the restoration of a server, which also acts as the Management Server.
Thanks!
Patrick

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Thanks for the reply Gilles, what I want to do is use the external USB hard drive for all my main backups. The TS server does not have enough space. The question becomes, DOES restoration from scratch, such as Universal Restore, support restoration from an external USB hard drive? If not then I'll have to dump the product since the customer does not have the resources for another dedicated backup server.
Another need I have is a concise and well written document for setting up and, in the event of a disaster, using Universal Restore. Does one exist? The User Guide is of no help.
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How course, you will be able to use your USB drive to restore your server from sctach.
Rescue CD supports both network and USB connection.
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OK, thanks. What about my question about a document explaining how to setup and use Universal Restore, does one exist?
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Hello Patrick and Gilles,
General information about Universal Restore can be found in 6.3.9 chapter of this guide. Also, please take a look at Installation Guide for Acronis Backup & Recovery Advanced Server SBS Edition.
Thank you.
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