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execute backup

execute backup

Back up system configuration and transfer using the provided username across the given protocol to the destination host, port, and directory. You are prompted for the password.

Usage

backup ‑u <username> {ftp | sftp | scp} <host> <port> <directory>

Arguments

Argument

Description

directory

Specify the directory on the remote host where the backup file is to be saved.

host

Specify the remote host, which may be an IP address or fully qualified domain name.

port

Enter the port to connect to on the remote host.

protocol

Enter the protocol to use for the transfer.

The following values are accepted:

  • ftp

  • sftp

  • scp

username

Specify the username to use for the transfer. You are prompted for the password.

execute backup

Back up system configuration and transfer using the provided username across the given protocol to the destination host, port, and directory. You are prompted for the password.

Usage

backup ‑u <username> {ftp | sftp | scp} <host> <port> <directory>

Arguments

Argument

Description

directory

Specify the directory on the remote host where the backup file is to be saved.

host

Specify the remote host, which may be an IP address or fully qualified domain name.

port

Enter the port to connect to on the remote host.

protocol

Enter the protocol to use for the transfer.

The following values are accepted:

  • ftp

  • sftp

  • scp

username

Specify the username to use for the transfer. You are prompted for the password.