A snapshot is an archive or backup file that enables you to restore your cloud environment. You can take a snapshot of the system at any time. I often use snapshots to move content between OBIEE instances. Below are the steps to take a snapshot in BI OAC:
Creating Snapshot
- From the Homepage of your OAC instance click on the Console icon.
- In the left-hand column click Snapshots
- Click New Snapshot. Enter a brief description to help you remember later why you took it. Click OK and just like that, the latest content is saved to a snapshot.
Restoring from a Snapshot
If something goes wrong, you can easily restore your content to a previous working state from a snapshot
Note: Restoring from a snapshot will overwrite all existing content. All current sessions will be terminated, so make sure all active users are aware of a restore or there is a possibility work may be lost. Large snapshots will take some time to upload and restore, allow up to 15-20 minutes for large snapshots.
- Click Console
- Click Snapshots from the left-hand column.
- Select the snapshot that you want to use to restore your system. Click the Manage Snapshot icon and select Restore.
- In the Restore Snapshot dialog, select only those elements you want to restore.
For example, you may not want to include application roles if you’re restoring a snapshot taken from a pre-production service, to a production service. If so, deselect Application Roles before clicking Restore
A warning message will display asking if you want to proceed with the restore. Click Yes to restore the selected snapshot, or click No to abandon the restore.
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Kiel Briggs
