Manual Data Backup

Last Updated On: 17 Jul 2026|

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Manual Data Backup enables administrators to create an on-demand backup of Endpoint Central data whenever they feel the need to secure the current server state before performing important tasks, configuration changes, or maintenance activities. This ensures that critical configuration and management information is preserved and can be restored in the event of unexpected issues, system failures, or data loss.

When to take Manual Data Backup

Recommended to take manual backup for the below scenarios such as:

Before applying a service pack, hotfix, or major configuration change
Before performing a database migration (e.g., Bundled PostgreSQL → MSSQL)
As an extra precaution anytime

Before You Begin

Prerequisites

General Requirements

Decide the location where the backup file has to be saved.
Make sure there is enough free space at the chosen location
Have a password ready to protect the backup

Database-Specific Requirements

No additional steps needed. Backups are handled automatically.

What you need to ensure

The remote PostgreSQL database server must be running and reachable at the time of backup
The firewall must allow connections on port 5432 (or your custom port) between the Endpoint Central server and the database server

What you need to ensure

The SQL Server database must be running and reachable
The SQL Server service account must have write access to the backup folder
Required database permissions must be configured — see MSSQL Permissions for setup steps

How to Create a Manual Backup

Open the Backup Utility
Navigate to Endpoint Central installation folder:
<Install Directory>\UEMS_CentralServer\bin
Double-click backuprestore.bat to launch the utility.
Select the Backup Tab
Click on the Backup tab in the utility window.
Choose a Save Location
Select the folder where you want to save the backup file.
Set a Backup Protection Password (Recommended)
Enter a password to encrypt the backup file. All backups are encrypted - setting a custom password gives you control over who can access the backup.
Start the Backup
Click Backup. Wait until the backup succeeds.

Server Running vs. Stopped

Manual backup can be taken, either when the server is running or stopped:

Server State	What Happens	Best For
Running	Backup happens in the background.	Regular backups without interruption
Stopped	Faster backup with a complete snapshot of all data	Before major maintenance or migrations