Every NetBackup server includes the NetBackup client software by default. Therefore you can use NetBackup for Exchange on a NetBackup server or client (if NetBackup for Exchange is supported on that platform). Perform the following tasks before you use NetBackup for Exchange.
Table: Installation steps for NetBackup for Exchange
Step |
Action |
Description |
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Step 1 |
Verify the operating system and platform compability. |
See Verifying the operating system and platform compatibility for NetBackup for Exchange. |
Step 2 |
Verify the NetBackup server and client requirements for NetBackup for Exchange. |
See NetBackup server and client software requirements for NetBackup for Exchange. |
Step 3 |
Verify the Exchange software requirements for NetBackup for Exchange. |
See Exchange server software requirements for NetBackup for Exchange. |
Step 4 |
Verify the requirements for mailbox backup and restore operations. |
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Step 5 |
If you plan to use Granular Recovery Technology (GRT) to restore individual Exchange items, review the information about Network File System (NFS). |
See About installing and configuring Network File System (NFS) for Exchange Server Granular Recovery. |
Step 6 |
If you installed Exchange Server in a cluster, review the requirements for that environment. |
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Step 7 |
If you plan to use snapshot backups, review the requirements for that type of backup. |
See Configuration and licensing requirements for Exchange snapshot backups and restores. |
Step 8 |
Add the license key for NetBackup for Exchange. |