Environment
- App Control Server: All Supported Versions
- Microsoft SQL Server: All Supported Versions
Question
What are the best practices for backup up the App Control database (das)?
Answer
- The App Control database uses the "Simple" recovery model. The "Full" recovery model should not be used to avoid a performance penalty and excessive database log growth.
- The automated database backup feature built into the Console is not designed for deployments of more than 100 endpoints.
- For deployments of more than 100 endpoints a Maintenance Plan should be created via SQL Server Management Studio.
- Recommended frequency for full backups is no more than 2-3 per week. More frequent backups could impact server performance.
- Backups may impact performance and should be avoided during busy times (such as App Control Server maintenance tasks, typically between midnight and 6AM)
- Backups should not be stored on the same drive as the App Control database.
Additional Notes
- More information can be found in the SQL Backup section of the Operating Environment Requirements found on VMware Docs > Server Documentation > OER > SQL Backups.
- Differential backups are not recommended as the "das" is a constantly changing database.
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