DHCP, Task: Verify restore

Task: Verify restore

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Purpose

When restoring the DHCP server, it is important to verify the successful completion of the restoration task. If the restoration is not verified before users are directed to the restored location, users might question the integrity of the backup/restore process.

Procedure 1: Verify restore configuration tasks

1. Start the Backup utility.
2. On the Tools menu, select Reports.
3. In the Backup Reports window, select the report that contains the Restore Job, and click View.
4. Search the log for the “Operation: Restore” string.
5. Verify that the restore location and restore files are in the location specified in the initial restore request.
6. Use Windows Explorer to navigate to the location of the restore and verify that the data exists.

Dependencies

Scheduled backups are being performed.

Technology Required

Backup utility