FAQs

Backups

This article describes how to configure a backup for your DDBook data

The DDBook database can be backed up in 2 different locations as per the image below. To trigger a database backup, press the Backup Database toolbar button on the Tools tab


Item

Description

Backup Filename

Specify the full path and filename of the backup file.


By default, DDBook will set this to: C:\DDBook\Backup\msddr.sdf

Place a 2nd copy here

Select this option to make a 2nd copy of the database.

It is recommended to select this option and specify a different file from the one specified under Backup Filename and that it be on a 2nd computer on your network (e.g. using a file share). This ensures that the backup exists on at least 2 computers at any one time. Alternatively you could also copy the 2nd backup to a USB memory stick or removable hard-drive.

If you enable this option, make sure to specify the full path and filename of the 2nd backup file, examples include:


  • \\fredserver\c\ddbbok\msddr.sdf
  • F:\DDBook\msddr.sdf

OK

Press OK to start the backup process


If successful, you will receive the following message.



If you receive any errors while performing a backup, please contact Modeus Support.

Cancel

Press Cancel to close the dialog box


If you have enabled the Auto Backup option, it is essential to restart DDBook at least once a day for the auto backup to trigger upon first launch on a given day.