This article assumes that you have completed the Node Backup Request form and that you have received a confirmation email or update in request ticket  confirming your node registration.

Installation

1. Download the latest binary that is supported on your operating system from the Terpware.
   
   • Extract unzipped files into specific directory enter.
   • tar -xvzf SP_CLIENT_8.1.14_MAC_ML.tar.gz -C <pathtowhereyouwantountar>
   • cd <pathtowhereyouwantountar>/TSMCLI_MAC/tsmcli/mac
2. Go to your Download location and open the .dmg package you downloaded in step 1. Double-click the IBM Spectrum Protect.pkg file.
3. The Install IBM Spectrum Protect window will open, at the Introduction prompt, click Continue.
4. The Read Me prompt will open showing information about System Requirements and more. Click Continue.
5. Software License Agreement. Click Continue.
6. To continue installing the software you must agree to the terms of the software license agreement. Click Agree to continue.
7. The Installation Type prompt will open. Click Install.
8. The Summary prompt will open and a green circle with a check mark will show telling you the installation was successful. Click Close.

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Configuration

• Open the confirmation email you received from the Division of IT detailing the node information you will need to configure the client.
• Start IBM Spectrum Protect from Application.
• Follow the IBM Spectrum protect Client Configuration wizard.
  
  • Click Setup Wizard on the left side. Check the box for Help me configure the Client options file and click Next.
  • Client Options File and click Next.
  • Client Node Name:- put the node name from node information list in the Node Name box and click Next.
  • Select TCP IP for the Communication Method and click Next.
  • Communication options : Enter the Server Address from node info.
  • File Exclusion: Select the file types and click Next.
• Click Apply to Confirm and apply your configuration.
• Configure IBM ISP for automatic backups. Click Ok.
• Login using your credentials with node name and password.
• Click Edit then Client Preferences.

  

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Schedule ISP backup

Start the Client Acceptor Deamon.

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Test ISP backup

1. Start the ISP GUI. You will see Welcome to IBM Spectrum Protect. Click below to perform a task.
2. Double click on Backup. Click on Local and pick directory or file you want to backup.
3. Click on Backup. You will see the following you backup completed.

   

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Test restore

1. Start the ISP GUI. You will see Welcome to IBM Spectrum Protect. Click below to perform a task.
2. Double click on Restore. Click on directory or a file you want to restore.
3. Click Restore. You have to select Destination for restored objects and click Restore.

   

4. The following confirms you restore completed successful.

   

With services and backup connectivity configured and tested, your system will backup according to the TSM schedule entry provided in the confirmation message If your backup fails or is missed, an automatic alert is generated each morning that will email all technical contacts for the machine. It is the responsibility of the client administrators or users to correct any alerts and errors that may be received from the Division of IT. For further assistance, contact the Service Desk or email backups-help@umd.edu.

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