Release 10.1A: OpenEdge Data Management:
Database Administration

Choosing backup media

Depending on the operating system, there are many different options available for backup media. Available media includes:

Disk files
Tape cartridges
Disk cartridges
Writable disks (CDs and DVDs)

When choosing backup media, consider the media’s speed, accessibility, location, and capacity for storage. Table 4–2 lists questions to ask yourself when choosing backup media.

Table 4–2: Backup media questions 

To consider this...	Ask this...
Storage capacity	Is the media large enough to contain all the files you need to back up?
Data transfer speed	Is the media fast enough to allow backup of files in a reasonable time?
Accessibility	Can you use the media at the time you need to run the backup?
Location	Is the device accessed through a network? If so, can the network handle the large volume of activity generated during a backup?