How do I add a policy (formerly class)?

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If using the Java or NT GUIs, start the "Backup Policy Management", click on the Master Server you wish to manage and select Edit | New.

If using xbpadm, select Actions | New Class.

Specify a name describing the common characteristic of systems in this class. You may then either copy the characteristics from an existing class or create it from one of the available class types.

Specify the Class Type, the Storage Unit you wish to use, as well as the Volume Pool.

You may specify the Maximum number of Jobs for that class, and may set the Class Priority and a Keyword phrase to associate with the class.

Pick the options you wish to use and then proceed to add the clients, schedules, and files you want.

Once you are satisfied with the class, make it active and apply.

You will also need to add clients, schedules, and a file list to this class.

Q: How do I copy a class?

A: If using the Java or NT GUIs, start Backup Policy Management, click on the Master Server you wish to manage, then right-click on the Class you wish to copy. Select Copy then specify a name for the copy in the New class box. Edit any of the class characteristics you wish to change, then click OK.

If desired, modify the schedules, files, or clients as necessary.

Q: How do I modify a class?

A: If using the Java or NT GUIs, start Backup Policy Management. To change basic class attributes (such as Multiplexing, Class Storage Unit, etc.), click on the Master Server you wish to manage, then select the class you wish to modify, right click, and choose Change.

Select the attribute(s) you wish to change and apply.

If you wish to change schedules, files, or clients, click on the "+" symbol next to the desired class. Then click on the area below the class you wish to change (Schedules, Files, or Clients). The existing items will display in the right window.

If you wish to change/delete an existing item, right-click on the specific item you wish to change/delete, and select Change or Delete as appropriate.

Change the desired attribute(s) and select OK.

If using xbpadm, select the class you wish to modify, right click and choose Change Class.

Select the attribute you wish to change and apply.