Introduction Backing up open files is a critical task for ensuring data integrity and availability. BigMIND offers a robust solution by utilizing the Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) to back up files even when they are in use. This guide provides detailed instructions on how to configure BigMIND to include additional file extensions for VSS-based […]
Category: Under the Hood
Manage File Retention (Purge) in BigMIND
Introduction BigMIND offers robust backup features, including the following: Incremental backup with versioning: BigMIND employs incremental backup with versioning, whereby any modifications made to the original files locally will automatically trigger an upload to the Cloud, resulting in the creation of a new version of that modified file. As a result, frequently modified files will […]
Performing Full Scan with BigMIND
Introduction Regularly scanning and backing up your files is crucial for data security and efficient file management. With BigMIND, you can automate this process, ensuring that new and modified files are consistently backed up. This guide will walk you through the steps to set up periodic scans for all selected directories regularly, make sure no […]
Data Deduplication with BigMIND
Definition Within the BigMIND service, data deduplication is an internal process designed to identify duplicate copies of files during the data backup procedure. This functionality operates between the machine(s) hosting the BigMIND application and the BigMIND servers, effectively detecting duplicated files. How BigMIND’s Deduplication Works BigMIND’s deduplication mechanism recognizes previously uploaded files within your BigMIND […]
Schedule Backups with BigMIND
Introduction BigMIND offers continuous data protection (CDP) through customizable scheduling settings. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for setting up backup schedules. How to Schedule the BigMIND Backup Method 1: From the BigMIND Desktop Application Open the BigMIND desktop application. From BigMIND’s dashboard, click on Settings. From the left-side panel, click on Schedule. Configure the […]
BigMIND Hybrid+ Backup: Enhancing Data Protection and Recovery Efficiency
Definition The Hybrid+ in BigMIND is a feature that enhances data protection and recovery efficiency by creating dual copies of backed-up files. It automatically generates a local copy of each backed-up file onto a local server, external drive, or network drive in addition to storing it in the cloud. This dual backup approach ensures faster […]
Network Bandwidth Throttling with BigMIND
Definition Network Bandwidth Throttling permits the regulation of the bandwidth consumption by the BigMIND service during the upload process. Advantages Reducing congestion in network traffic. Side Effects Activation of the Bandwidth Throttling feature results in a slowdown of the backup process. How to Enable/Disable Multithreaded Upload Method 1: Using the BigMIND Desktop Application Open the […]
Multithreaded Upload with BigMIND
Definition In BigMIND, a multithreaded upload refers to a method of uploading data to the cloud storage using multiple concurrent threads or connections. This approach allows for faster upload speeds by dividing the data into smaller chunks and uploading them simultaneously. Once all the chunks are uploaded, they are reassembled on the server side to […]
Incremental Backup and File Versioning with BigMIND
Definition An incremental cloud backup saves only data and files that have been altered since the previous backup. Its primary objective is to capture any modifications made since the last backup. BigMIND implements an incremental-forever backup approach, initiating with a full backup and subsequently conducting solely incremental backups without periodic full backups thereafter. In the […]