Connect Iperius Backup with Zata.ai

This guide explains the process to set up Iperius Backup with Zata.ai’s S3-compatible storage for automated, secure file backups.

Prerequisites

To download Iperius Backup and install it, follow this link.

Zata.ai Bucket - Bucket Create Guide.

Access and Secret Key Pair - Access Key Guide.

REST Endpoint to follow on links.

Create a New Backup Job

1. Launch Iperius Backup.

2. Click Create new backup job.

• Add files/folders you want to back up.

• Use filters or exclusions for file type/size as needed.

Add Zata.ai as Cloud Destination

1. In the Destinations tab, select Cloud.

2. Choose Amazon S3 (compatible with Zata.ai).

3. Click New Account, and fill out:

   • Name: zata

   • Type: S3

   • Access Key ID/Secret Access Key

   • Service Point (Endpoint): https://idr01.zata.ai

   • Region: CentralIndia

   • Enable Use SSL option.

   • Save the account settings.

   

Select Bucket and Further Settings

1. Choose your Zata.ai bucket (e.g., test).

2. Optionally, add a subpath for organization.

3. Set backup options:

   • Backup type: Choose between full or incremental.

   • Number of copies: Set retention (e.g., 1 or more).

   • Enable zip compression and AES-256 encryption if desired.

   • Set a password for zip files for added security.

   • Choose how zip files are named and whether to create individual zip files per item.

   • Select path format inside zip files ("Full path including drive" recommended).

   

Step Scheduling Automated Backups

1. Navigate to Scheduling tab.

2. Enable Run backup automatically.

3. Choose schedule:

   • Weekly (select days)

   • Monthly (select calendar days)

   • Custom intervals (e.g., every X days/hours/minutes)

4. Add execution times as needed (e.g., 20:00).

Review and Save Job

1. In the Summary tab:

   • Enter Job name (e.g., Zata), optional description.

   • Confirm items, destinations, and schedule.

   • Optionally, enable RMM console monitoring.

   • Option to shut down computer after backup completion.

2. Click OK to save the job.

Run Backup and Verify

1. Execute the backup job manually for the first time.

2. Confirm backup progress and completion message.

3. Check Zata.ai Console to verify uploaded files.

Additional Notes

• Immutability: For immutable backups, enable Object Lock on your Zata.ai bucket before configuration.

• Security: Use AES-256 encryption and passwords for sensitive files.

• Performance: Iperius supports multi-threaded, multipart uploads for large files.

• Ensure system time is synchronized for S3 signature validation.

Troubleshooting

• If backups fail, check log files (from "See log" after backup completion).

• Verify credentials and endpoint accuracy in Cloud Account setup.

• Make sure your bucket exists and Object Lock is enabled if needed.