Create and manage Windows Server Backups

Before you can create backups, you need to install the Windows Server Backup feature. In this step, you will install the feature using the Server Manager.

1. Open Server Manager.
2. Click on Manage in the top right corner.
3. Select Add Roles and Features.
4. In the wizard, click Next until you reach the Features section.
5. Check the box for Windows Server Backup.
6. Click Next, then click Install to begin the installation process.
7. Wait for the installation to complete, then click Close.

Before proceeding with the backup configuration, ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create backups on the server. In this step, you will create a one-time backup of the server using the Windows Server Backup feature.

1. Open the Windows Server Backup console from the Start menu.
2. In the right pane, click on Backup Once....
3. Select Different options and click Next.
4. Choose Full server or Custom, then click Next.
5. If you selected Custom, specify the items you want to back up and click Next.
6. Select the backup destination (either Local drives or Remote shared folder) and click Next.
7. Review your backup settings and click Backup to start the process.
8. Wait for the backup to complete, then click Close when finished.

After configuring the backup settings, you need to create a scheduled backup to ensure your data is regularly saved. In this step, you will set up a backup schedule using the Windows Server Backup feature.

1. Open the Windows Server Backup console from the Start menu.
2. In the right pane, click on Backup Schedule….
3. Follow the wizard to configure the backup schedule:
   • Choose Custom or Full Server backup as per your requirement.
   • Set the frequency of the backup (Daily, Weekly, etc.).
   • Specify the time for the backup to run.
4. Select the destination for the backup (e.g., a local drive or network share).
5. Review your settings and click Finish to create the scheduled backup.