Performing a MaxDB database backup

The following procedure shows you how to perform a MaxDB database backup using NetBackup for SAP.

To perform a backup

Make sure that you have modified the proper configuration files and created a backup medium.
Type the following command to start a utility session:
```
dbmcli> util_connect
```
Type the following command to initiate the backup:
```
dbmcli> backup_start medium_name backup_type
```
where:
medium_name

Name of the backup medium.

backup_type

Specify either DATA, PAGES, or LOG.

medium_name	Name of the backup medium.
backup_type	Specify either DATA, PAGES, or LOG.