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I'm reworking some backup jobs and I've got 4 servers that need to run a differential backup Mon-Thurs, and a full backup on Friday. &nbsp;My question is whether there is an advantage or disadvantage to creating a single job vs. multiple jobs(1 for each server). &nbsp;The servers are all Windows 2003(Exchange, File, Web, and Utility) and we use Backup Exec 10d. &nbsp;The tape library is an Adic Fastor 2 using SDLT 320 tapes. &nbsp;I think it would be easier to switch from the existing setup(1 job per server for both the full and differential) to a single job with selections from all servers. &nbsp;Before I do that, I'd like to get some feedback. &nbsp;Thanks!
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Hi,

I'm reworking some backup jobs and I've got 4 servers that need to run a differential backup Mon-Thurs, and a full backup on Friday.  My question is whether there is an advantage or disadvantage to creating a single job vs. multiple jobs(1 for each server).  The servers are all Windows 2003(Exchange, File, Web, and Utility) and we use Backup Exec 10d.  The tape library is an Adic Fastor 2 using SDLT 320 tapes.  I think it would be easier to switch from the existing setup(1 job per server for both the full and differential) to a single job with selections from all servers.  Before I do that, I'd like to get some feedback.  Thanks!

Backup Exec single job vs. multiple jobs

The term "Backup" means the methods and processes involved to copy computer data (system data as well as application data) to media other than the ones where the data originally live (disk, tape, optical, cloud). "Restore" in turn means the methods and processes involved in data recovery, i. e., bringing back copied computer data to their original location. Backup/Restore primarily serves as a means of protection against data loss, be it due to disaster, corruption or sabotage. It can also be used for recovering data from an earlier point in time and even for cloning machines or applications. There is a wide variety of backup/restore software available, from expensive commercial products to free or open source tools.

Storage Software

Computer data storage, often called storage or memory, is a technology consisting of computer components and recording media used to retain digital data. In addition to local storage devices like CD and DVD readers, hard drives and flash drives, solid state drives can hold enormous amounts of data in a very small device. Cloud services and other new forms of remote storage also add to the capacity of devices and their ability to access more data without building additional data storage into a device.