Database Backups
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Does Database Vault Support Remote SQL Server Database Backups?
Database Vault does not support creating database backups from a remote SQL Server system. It relies on Microsoft's SMO library which requires direct access to the local file system of the SQL Server instance. This article explains the technical reasons, demonstrates SMO usage, outlines alternatives
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Does Database Vault Run as a Windows Service?
Database Vault does not run as a Windows service. Backups execute via the Windows Task Scheduler using credentials supplied at creation. This delivers precise scheduling, lower resource use, and advanced control. Learn architecture details, configuration steps, PowerShell examples, pitfalls, and tro
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What Backup Locations Are Supported by Database Vault?
Database Vault supports local drives (internal, external, USB, network-attached) and FTP servers (standard and secured connections) for backups. This article explains the supported methods, configuration best practices, common issues, and notes on future updates to help you choose the right storage
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How Database Vault Creates MySQL Database Backups
Database Vault uses the official mysqldump command line utility to create MySQL database backups. It requires the full path to the mysqldump executable, typically located in the MySQL bin directory. The system also supports backups of remote MySQL servers even without a local MySQL installation on t
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How Database Vault Creates SQL Server Backups
Database Vault uses Microsoft's SMO libraries to create full and incremental backups for SQL Server. It must run locally on the SQL Server machine and cannot target remote instances. This guide details the technical process, requirements, supported backup types, common pitfalls, and practical steps