Step 2: Create a backup scheduleΒΆ

Now, we can create our backup schedule that references this dynamic group.

  1. Click on the Back Up & Restore on the left-hand menu
  2. Click on Backup Schedules

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  1. Click the Create button in the main pane
  2. Fill out the Backup Schedule
Name BostonNightly
Local Retention Policy Delete local backup copy 3 days after creation
Backup Frequency Daily
Start Time 00:00 Eastern Standard Time

Under Devices, select the Groups radio button

Select from the drop-down BostonDCGroup

In the Backup Archive section, enter the following:

Archive Store Archive Copy of Backup
Location SCP
User name F5
Password default
Directory /home/f5

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Click Save & Close to save the scheduled backup job.