The (dv) Snapshot Backups add-on should be used when you are about to make a big change on your server, such as upgrading a version of PHP or MySQL, or installing a new component into the system.  It's also an effective low-level, system-wide backup tool. It is generally very good practice to keep a fresh Snapshot Backup on a monthly or weekly basis in case your server configuration were to become corrupted, compromised by hackers, or if you happen to accidentally lose important data.

Please see our article on (dv) Backup Options for more information.

How do I create a (dv) Snapshot Backup:

1. Login to Plesk.
2. Click on Virtuozzo then click on Maintenance:
   
   
3. Click on New backup:
   
   

Your backup will then start, and may take some time to finish depending on how much data you have on your server.

FAQs

Is the (dv) Snapshot Backup automated?

No, the (dv) Snapshot Backup is not a automated tool. You will need to login to the Plesk Control Panel and perform the backup manually as instructed above.

Notes/Supplemental Resources:

• (dv) Backup Options
• Restoring a (dv) using the Snapshot Backup Tool.
  

Revisions:

07-15-2009: Added information regarding total allowed number of (dv) snapshot backups
03-06-2009: Article Creation