Manual Data Backups

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Note: This feature is available only from the Server Workstation.

Manual backups can be initiated at any time. If backing up to removable media, put the blank, formatted media in the drive before beginning.

1. From the File menu, select B ack Up Data.

2. Specify the backup location and options:

- To use the default folder and file name, select Back up to d efault location.

- To back up to a another location or to removable media, select Back up to alternate location and then enter the path or browse to the folder or drive and enter a file name.

- (Pro) Optionally select the check box to include inventory item pictures in the backup. Doing so may result in a substantially larger backup time or file size.

3. click OK.

Point of Sale will verify the integrity of your data and perform the backup to the designated location.

Notes:

- Your data files may require multiple disks to successfully complete a backup, especially if backing up to 3.5" floppy disks. You should have several blank, formatted disks available just in case.

- Point of Sale only backs up your Point of Sale data. Therefore, it should serve as only one component of a comprehensive data protection strategy. You must take separate action to back up other important information for your business (QuickBooks financial software records, payroll records, other applications, etc.).

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