A backup policy defines a matrix of when the data snapshots are taken, and how long those snapshots are retained. When defining a policy for backing up a VM, you can trigger a backup job once a day. When you create a new policy, it is applied to the vault. The backup policy interface looks like this:
To create a policy:
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Enter a name for the Policy name.
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Snapshots of your data can be taken at Daily or Weekly intervals. Use the Backup Frequency drop-down menu to choose whether data snapshots are taken Daily or Weekly.
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If you choose a Daily interval, use the highlighted control to select the time of the day for the snapshot. To change the hour, de-select the hour, and select the new hour.
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If you choose a Weekly interval, use the highlighted controls to select the day(s) of the week, and the time of day to take the snapshot. In the day menu, select one or multiple days. In the hour menu, select one hour. To change the hour, de-select the selected hour, and select the new hour.
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By default, all Retention Range options are selected. Uncheck any retention range limit you do not want to use. Then, specify the interval(s) to use.
Monthly and Yearly retention ranges allow you to specify the snapshots based on a weekly or daily increment.
[!NOTE] When protecting a VM, a backup job runs once a day. The time when the backup runs is the same for each retention range.
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After setting all options for the policy, at the top of the blade click Save.
The new policy is immediately applied to the vault.
