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  3. Configuring a Self Service solution
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NetBackup™ Self Service Configuration Guide

Configuration checklist

Table: Configuration checklist shows the recommended sequence of steps for configuring Self Service for the first time.

Table: Configuration checklist

Where

Activity

Server

Install NetBackup Self Service Portal (see NetBackup Self Service 10.1.1 Installation Guide)

Install NetBackup Self Service Adapter (see NetBackup Self Service 10.1.1 Installation Guide)

Configure remote PowerShell for a Windows master server

Configure SSH for a UNIX master server

Portal

Create at least one backup server

Create at least one protection type (if needed)

NetBackup master server

Create Template Policies

Portal

Create a Tenant through the user interface

Register at least one asset through the user interface, the API, NetBackup Import, or through vCloud Director import

Test each main Self Service operation, where enabled and relevant:

  • Submit a Protect request, then unprotect the computer after protection.

  • Submit a Backup Now request.

  • Submit a Restore File request.

  • Submit a Restore VM request.

  • Submit a Restore Cloud Asset request.

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