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Step-by-step guide on how to install Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office (formerly Acronis True Image) on a Linux system and run your first backup:
Part 1: Install Acronis on Linux
1. Download Acronis Software:
Visit the official Acronis website (acronis.com).
Navigate to the Products section, and download the Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office version for Linux.
You will receive a .bin or .rpm installer file, depending on the Linux distribution.
2. Open Terminal:
Once the download is complete, open the Terminal to install the software.
3. Make the Installer Executable:
Navigate to the directory where the installer was downloaded. For example:
Use the following command to make the file executable (if you downloaded a
.binfile):
4. Install Acronis:
Run the installer with superuser privileges:
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. It will typically install the necessary components and prompt you to accept the end-user license agreement.
For RPM-based distributions (like Red Hat or CentOS):
For Debian-based distributions (like Ubuntu):
You might have a .deb package that you can install using:
5. Launch Acronis:
After installation, you can start Acronis by typing:
If you encounter any issues, ensure you have the correct dependencies installed (e.g.,
libgtk).
6. Sign In or Create an Account:
When Acronis opens, sign in with your Acronis account. If you don’t have an account, create one.
Enter your activation key if prompted, or start with a trial.
Part 2: Running Your First Backup on Linux
1. Open Acronis Cyber Protect:
Once signed in, go to the Backup section in the Acronis interface.
2. Choose Backup Source:
Select the Backup Source (the data you want to back up).
You can choose to back up your entire system, specific folders, or individual files.
To back up the entire Linux system, select Entire Machine.
3. Select Backup Destination:
Choose a Backup Destination for where you want to store your backup. You can select:
External hard drive (connected to the system).
Network-attached storage (NAS).
Acronis Cloud (if you have a subscription).
If using an external hard drive, ensure it's connected and mounted properly.
4. Set Backup Schedule (Optional):
Click on the Schedule option to define how frequently you want the backups to run.
Daily, Weekly, Monthly, or Nonstop Backup.
You can also choose Manual if you want to start the backups manually.
5. Customize Backup Options (Optional):
Under Options, you can configure additional settings:
Encryption: Secure the backup with a password.
Backup Scheme: Choose between Full, Incremental, or Differential backups.
Retention Rules: Specify how long to keep old backups.
6. Start the Backup:
Once everything is configured, click Back Up Now to start the backup process.
Acronis will begin backing up the selected files or system to your chosen destination.
7. Monitor the Backup:
During the backup process, you can monitor the progress from the Acronis interface. You’ll see details such as the time remaining, the progress bar, and the files being backed up.
Part 3: Restore Data from Backup (Optional)
If you need to restore data from your backup:
Go to the Backup section.
Select the backup set from which you want to restore data.
Click Recover.
Choose whether to restore specific files or your entire system, and follow the prompts.
Final Notes:
External Drive: Ensure the external storage drive or network location has enough space for your backup.
Cloud Backup: If you’re using Acronis Cloud, ensure you have a good internet connection for uploading and restoring data.
Scheduled Backups: Once a schedule is set, Acronis will automatically perform backups at the specified times.
With Acronis Cyber Protect Home Office, you can reliably back up your Linux system and restore it when needed, ensuring data protection in the event of a failure or data loss.
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