About a NetBackup classic policy
You can protect an asset using a NetBackup classic policy, a protection plan, or both at the same time. This topic answers some common questions about NetBackup classic policies in the NetBackup web UI.
Table: Classic policy FAQ
Question | Answer |
|---|---|
In the web UI's Protected by column, what does Classic policy only mean? | The asset is not currently subscribed to a protection plan. However, it was subscribed to a protection plan or covered by a classic policy at one time and it has a Last backup status. There may or may not be an active classic policy protecting the asset (contact the NetBackup administrator to find out). |
Where can I find the details of a classic policy? | The details of a classic policy are not visible in the web UI, with the exception of a few policy types. See About policy management in the NetBackup web UI. To manage a classic policy, a NetBackup administrator can use the NetBackup Administration Console or the NetBackup CLIs. Also, a user with the RBAC "Administrator" role can manage and create policies using the NetBackup APIs. |
When should I subscribe an asset to a protection plan versus protecting the asset with a classic policy? | Only a NetBackup administrator can create a classic policy. If you do not have the required permissions to subscribe assets to protection plans, a workload administrator can configure the protection plan. A NetBackup administrator may choose to protect the asset through a protection plan (web UI) or through a classic policy (Administration Console). |
Can I use both a protection plan and a classic policy to protect an asset? | Yes. The web UI shows the details of the protection plan but not the details of the classic policy. You can contact the NetBackup administrator for the classic policy details. |
What action should I take when an asset is unsubscribed from a protection plan and the web UI shows Classic policy only for that asset? | You can ask the NetBackup administrator if a classic policy protects the asset. |