Adding Backup Repositories

This section describes how to add direct attached storage, network attached storage, and deduplicating storage appliances as backup repositories.

For information on how to add object storage repositories, see Adding Object Storage Repositories.

Before you add a backup repository, check prerequisites. Then use the New Backup Repository wizard to add the backup repository.

1. Launch the New Backup Repository wizard.
2. Specify Backup Repository Name and Description.
3. Specify Server or Shared Folder Settings.
4. Configure Path and Load Control Settings.
5. Specify Mount Server Settings.
6. Review Properties and Components.
7. Apply Backup Repository Settings.
8. Finish Working with Wizard.