# DBBackup

The DBBackup tool is used for creating and restoring a backup of the database.

In fact the tool is a simple wrapper around the backup tools included in MariaDB and simplifies the usage of those backup tools.

# Creating a Backup

Start the tool
Click on Backup
Choose an output folder and filename (backup files are stored with file extension .sql)
After confirming the filename and folder, the backup file is created. Depending on the size of the database, the creation of the backup can take up to 30 minutes.

The backup can be created while other users are still using the system.

# Restoring a Backup

For restoring a previously created backup file

Start the tool
Click on Restore
Choose the previously created backup file.
After confirming all current data in the database will be replaced with the data found in the backup file. The restore process can take up to 30 minutes - depending on the size of the database.

Important

All still active users should close the ZeeBORN application before the restore process starts.

# Transferring Data between Servers

The DBBackup tool can also be used for transferring data between servers.

WARNING

Restoring a backup file on another server will require the reactivation of the ZeeBORN license the next time the system is used.

This tool or feature is not part of the standard installation package.
Please contact Support for further assistance with download and implementation.