Introduction

BigMIND offers continuous data protection (CDP) through customizable scheduling settings. (Learn more)

However, missed scheduled backups can pose a challenge. When a scheduled backup is missed, BigMIND automatically postpones it to the next scheduled interval. For immediate backup after a missed schedule, the user can use the Windows Task Scheduler.

How to Configure BigMIND to run Scheduled Backups after it is Missed

  1. Follow the steps here to schedule the backup using the On Schedule option.
  2. Press Windows + R keys on your keyboard to open the Run dialog box.
  3. In the Run dialog, type taskschd.msc and press Enter. The Task Scheduler window will open.
  4. From the left-side panel of the Windows Task Scheduler, click Task Scheduler Library.
  5. Double-click the BigMIND Start Backup task to open its properties window.
  6. From the Settings tab, select the Run task as soon as possible after a scheduled start is missed option.
  7. Click OK. If  Task Scheduler asks you to enter the login password of your Windows user account, please do and click OK.

Additional Tip!

Regularly review your backup schedule to align with your data protection needs.