[Daily Chat] How do you usually test your VM backups?

Dan Zeng

Backup logs may say "success", but that doesn’t always mean the VM can actually boot or the data is really usable. Some admins schedule regular restore tests, while others just do spot checks or rely on reports. How about you? Do you perform full restores, file-level checks, or simply trust the system? Feel free to share your routine (or even funny backup test stories 😅).

Lawrence

I usually just spot-check a few critical VMs—full restores are way too much hassle 😂

Marshall Beckett

Our team does a full restore test every month. Last time, we found the database didn’t restore completely—scared me 😅

Roberto

Hi, the problem is when the restore is completed some script start to send data (for example.. email server)..
How i can try the restore without starting all the script of the server?

Dan Zeng

Roberto Hi! It looks like you’d like to test a restore without having the server automatically run scripts or services (like an email server). This kind of need is usually handled through automatic verification, which lets you confirm backup availability without impacting production.

If you’d like faster and more tailored guidance, I recommend submitting a ticket through our Customer Portal, where our support team can assist you right away.