Introduction: Hello, ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to 365 ACT Tips. In this tutorial, we’ll cover the essential process of creating a backup for your ACT database. Having a reliable backup is crucial for safeguarding your valuable data and ensuring business continuity. Let’s explore two methods – manual backup and scheduled backup – to keep your ACT database protected.
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Manual Backup: Setting Up the Backup Folder Before we proceed with the manual backup, let’s start by organizing a backup folder on your desktop. Right-click on your desktop, select “New Folder,” and name it “ACT_BU_2015” (the year can be updated to the current year). This folder will serve as a dedicated location for storing your backup files.
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Performing a Manual Backup To perform a manual backup, follow these steps: a. Launch ACT, go to “File,” and choose “Backup.” b. Select “Database Backup” from the options. c. By default, ACT will use the database name for the backup. To specify a custom location, click “Browse” and select the “ACT_BU_2015” folder we created earlier. d. Now, add the current date (e.g., 9/10/15) to the backup file name for easy identification. e. Click “Save” to initiate the backup process.
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Verifying the Backup After the backup is completed successfully, ACT will display a confirmation message. To ensure your backup is accessible and up-to-date, minimize ACT and double-click on the “ACT_BU_2015” folder. Verify that the backup file is present with the correct date in the file name.
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Automatic Scheduled Backup (Next Tutorial Preview) In our next tutorial, we will show you how to set up an automatic scheduled backup. Automating the backup process ensures your data is regularly backed up without manual intervention, providing additional peace of mind.
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Regular Backup Checkups While automatic scheduled backups are convenient, it’s essential to periodically inspect your backup folder to ensure everything is functioning as expected. Checking the folder weekly or monthly can prevent potential data loss due to backup failure.
Conclusion: Congratulations! You’ve learned how to create a manual backup for your ACT database, providing an extra layer of protection for your critical data. In our upcoming tutorial, we’ll cover setting up automatic scheduled backups to streamline your backup process further. Remember, maintaining reliable backups is crucial for data security and business continuity. If you have any ACT-related questions, feel free to reach out to me, Tony Holowitz, for expert assistance. Thank you for joining us today, and have a great day!