Exchange 2003 Backup

[Romka]

I use Ghost to back-up the whole server, but I do not wish to restart the server to just backup exchange, if there's no need for it.

Is it possible to backup exchange data somehow?

If so - how?

Thank you

 

[Anonym0us]

You can use the Windows Backup Utility:

Start | Programs | Accessories | System Tools | Backup

Otherwise, you would need a commercial solution:

http://www.microsoft.com/exchange/partners/backup.asp

 

[Romka]

if i just use the windows backup util. what folder am i to backup which will not mind being overwritten when it comes to recover exchange?

 

[Marcs41]

See also

http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=kb;en-us;q258243

Marc
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[Romka]

hmm - strange:

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Error: [server name]\Microsoft Information Store\First Storage Group is not a valid drive, or you do not have access.
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I entered the credentials properly when setting up the backup, checked twice - and its still no go

any ideas?

 

[Marcs41]

Enter the ENTIRE error end Event-ID here, we'll have a look.


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[Romka]

That was all it gave me - anyway - i tried a few mins later and it worked.

Sorry


Marcs - thank you VERY much for the help - much appreciated.