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  • Backup file shares hosted on NAS devices and Windows machines
  • Supports NFS, SMB, and Azure file shares
  • Automated Backup with flexible scheduling options
  • Incremental Backups to efficiently backup only the changed blocks
  • Retain backup data as long as you need and meet compliance requirements
  • End-to-End encryption & compression of the backup data
  • Instantly restore files/folders to the original location or alternate location
  • Store backup copies offsite for disaster recovery
  • Store backup data locally (local disk, NAS, SAN) or on the Cloud (BDRCloud, S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, Wasabi, etc)
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What is NAS Backup?

NAS backup is the process of making a copy of all data stored on a Network Attached Storage (NAS) device. If something goes wrong, like a hardware problem or accidental deletion, NAS backup allows you to easily restore everything back to how it was.

With NAS backup solutions like BDRSuite, you can efficiently backup data from NAS Devices & File Servers and store data securely on another NAS device, external hard drive, BDRCloud (Powered by BDRSuite) or your preferred public Cloud Storage.

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  • Files & Folders Backup
  • Disk Image Backup
  • SaaS Backup
  • Agentless VM Backup
  • Cloud VM Backup
  • Database/App Backup

BDRSuite – The Best NAS Backup Solution to Protect Your NAS Data

BDRSuite’s NAS backup solution ensures comprehensive protection for file shares (NFS & CIFS) on NAS devices, Windows, and Azure File Shares. It offers incremental backups, enabling efficient and faster backups while minimizing storage requirements. You also have the flexibility to recover files and folders to the same or different locations, providing seamless data restoration options tailored to your needs.

BDRSuite’s NAS backup software is compatible with various NAS devices such as Synology, QNAP, TrueNAS, and more. BDRSuite ensures your NAS data is secure and easily recoverable, making it the best choice for NAS backup solutions.

How NAS Backup works in BDRSuite?

Download BDRSuite: Install and setup BDRSuite Backup Server in your environment
Add File Shares as Data Sources: Add File Shares on BDRSuite that you want to backup
Configure backup storage: You can store the backed up NAS Backup data on NAS, SAN, S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, S3 Compatible storage – Wasabi, MinIO, Backblaze, etc
Configure backup job: Select the files/folders to backup from NAS and then customize the backup policies such as Backup Schedule, Retention and Encryption
Recovery of NAS Backup Data: You can restore the files/folders from backup to the original or different location
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NAS and BDRSuite: Efficient Data Backup and Storage

BDRSuite Deployment

Install BDRSuite on a NAS server and setup a comprehensive backup solution for your entire IT infrastructure – Virtual, Physical, Cloud & SaaS applications.

Backup file shares hosted on NAS devices

Backup file shares on NAS devices, Windows machines, and Azure file shares. You can backup all or specific folders on file shares using NFS and SMB protocols.

Store backup data on NAS

Configure NAS as backup repository in BDRSuite and store backup data and/or offsite copies on NAS devices.

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Key Features of NAS Backup Software

Backup & Recovery of NAS Data

Protect Data on NAS

Backup your file shares hosted on NAS & Windows. Backup and protect entire file shares or specific folders using the NFS and SMB protocols.

Automated Backups

BDRSuite provides flexible scheduling options including every 15 mins, hourly, daily, weekly, & more to automate NAS data backups according to your needs.

Flexible Storage Options

With BDRSuite, you have the flexibility to choose from various storage options for your NAS backup data. These options include both local and cloud storage like local disk, NAS, SAN, S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, Wasabi, etc.

Incremental Backups

BDRSuite uses changed block tracking for Incremental backups to backup only the changed blocks since the last backup. This ensures fast backups and efficient storage utilization.

NAS Recovery

With BDRSuite, you can easily restore your data to either the same location or a different location. Additionally, BDRSuite ensures that the restored data retains the same permissions as the original data.

Management of NAS Backups

Data Security

Ensure the security of your backups with BDRSuite’s backup-level encryption, utilizing AES-256 industry-standard encryption during both transfer and at rest. It also offers customizable or system-generated passwords, to safeguard your backed-up data effectively.

Data Retention Policies

Efficiently meet compliance requirements through customizable retention policies and optimize storage space utilization. Retain your backed up NAS data either version based or time based according to your preferences ensuring data availability.

Centralized Management

BDRSuite provides a centralized management console, simplifying the configuration of backups, monitoring backup status, and performing data recovery with ease from a single console.

Reporting & Notifications

Stay informed about the progress of your backup and recovery tasks with BDRSuite’s comprehensive reporting and email notifications ensuring you are always up-to-date about your backups.

NAS Backup Solutions – FAQ

What is Network-Attached Storage (NAS)?

Network-Attached Storage (NAS) is a dedicated storage device connected to a network that allows multiple users and devices to access, share, and store data centrally. It operates as a file server and provides file-level data storage and retrieval over a network.

What is the difference between NAS vs. DAS?

NAS (Network-Attached Storage) connects to a network and is accessible to multiple users, whereas DAS (Direct-Attached Storage)connects directly to a single device. NAS offers easier data sharing and centralized management, while DAS provides faster data transfer rates and may be more suitable for individual use.

Why do you need a NAS system?

A NAS system is essential as it provides several benefits, such as centralized data storage, data sharing among multiple devices, automatic backups, and remote access to files. It improves data security, accessibility, and collaboration.

What are the components of NAS Device?

Components of NAS:

  1. NAS Hardware: Comprises a NAS box, unit, server, or head (a server with storage drives), CPUs, and RAM.
  2. NAS Software: Runs on a lightweight operating system.
  3. NAS Protocol: Data transfer protocols for sending and receiving data, accessible via switches. Basic transmission protocols include Internet Protocol (IP) and Send Control Protocol (TCP). File formats used in these protocols include Network File Systems (NFS) and Server Message Blocks (SMB).

What are the benefits of NAS backup solutions?

BDRSuite’s NAS backup software offers multiple advantages listed below:

  • Robust data protection: Comprehensive backup features for reliable data protection of any NAS storage devices
  • Flexible recovery: Restore the backed up NAS data to anywhere at any time
  • Advanced security: Built-in encryption and access controls for data security
  • User-friendly interface: Intuitive and easy-to-use software for effortless backups
  • Speed and efficiency: Optimized backup processes for faster data transfers

What are 5 NAS backup strategies?

  1. Local Backup: Backup to another NAS, SAN, or local disk.
  2. Backup to Object Storage: Securely store NAS data in cloud object storage services like S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, Wasabi, Minio, etc.
  3. Offsite Backup: Safeguard data by backing up to remote data centers, providing protection against site disasters.
  4. Direct Cloud Backup: Efficiently backup NAS data directly to BDRCloud.
  5. 3-2-1 Backup: Implement the 3-2-1 rule by storing multiple copies of backups on different storage types and in different locations.

Why is BDRSuite the best NAS backup solution?

BDRSuite stands out as the best NAS backup solution due to its superior features, user-friendly interface, fast and efficient backup processes, and advanced security measures. It ensures the highest level of data protection and simplifies the backup management process.

How to create backup from a NAS?

  1. Download BDRSuite: Download and Install BDRSuite Backup Server.
  2. Add File Shares: Add File Shares on NAS devices, Microsoft, or Linux machines as Data Sources on BDRSuite that you want to backup.
  3. Configure backup storage: You can store the backed up NAS Backup data on NAS, SAN, S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, S3 Compatible storage – Wasabi, MinIO, Backblaze, etc.
  4. Configure backup job:
    • Select the files/folders to backup
    • Automate backups at specific intervals
    • Configure Retention & Encryption settings
  5. Save & Run the Backup Job: Backup will start to run as per the schedule.

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