Topic: USB Backup

[progitto]

I have opened a bug in bugtracker
http://bugs.contribs.org/show_bug.cgi?id=2754

[pfloor]

Hi all
Unfortunately the restore from usb did not work. After installing sme on a new pc and updating it with the server manager I ran the commands at the prompt as described previously.
The only thing I did find is the pc would not start with the usb drive attached I had to remove the drive to start machine. Dont know if this has any bearing on the problem. So it seems I am back to square one, any comments or suggestions appreciated
Benny

If you followed these steps and it didn't work then please file a bug report and describe EXACTLY the steps you took and how and where it failed:

-Install 7.1 from CD
-Update to 7.1.2 using yum
-signal-event post-upgrade
-signal-event reboot
After reboot, do this:
-db configuration setprop bootstrap-console Run yes
-signal-event post-upgrade
-signal-event reboot
During reboot reconfiguration process you should see the new restore via USB backup option.
-NOW plug in the usb drive
-Pick "yes" or "restore" (or whatever is presented to you) and restore.

If it doesn't work, please file a bug report.  It may be the steps are not exactly correct and a bug report will clearify it for everyone.

Thanks.

[CharlieBrady]

There is no backup size limit if you are using the USB backup within the  console menu.

No, that's not correct. The size limit will depend on what file system is used on the backup device. The backup procedure doesn't create the file system.

[benny]

Hi thanks for that

I tried it and no joy the option was not presented at boot

[CharlieBrady]

I tried it and no joy the option was not presented at boot

The restore option is only presented at first bootup after install.

[benny]

Thanks Charlie
Then that poses a catch 22 as I need to install 7.1 and then boot to install the updates for 7.1.2 given that scenario I loose the opportunity to restore. I did read a post about creating a iso with the latest updates but thats most likely beyond my knowlege. Other option is to wait for 7.2 release and pray

[CharlieBrady]

Then that poses a catch 22 as I need to install 7.1 and then boot to install the updates for 7.1.2 given that scenario I loose the opportunity to restore.

Try:

config set PasswordSet no
signal-event reboot

[benny]

Hi Charlie
Thanks for your reply, that worked ok and forced the system to ask for the backup but what happens is it cant find the usb drive. Not sure what to do with it now.

Thanks for your patience