The Final step in the backup process is to verify the data you are backing up. This step is important to ensure that when you need your backup files, they are available and stable. There are many horror stories about a client who needs to restore a backup and discovering that their backup media has been corrupted for months – leaving them with no viable alternative.
After your initial online backup is complete be sure to log into your KineticD account and verify the correct data is saved (the time varies to complete the initial backup dependent on the amount of data you are backing up, your internet connection speed and other factors).
The KineticD web interface will also show you the total amount of data backed up, any errors in the backup process and more. Make a habit of reviewing this information to avoid any problems with your backup data.
6. Incremental:
The KineticD software is designed to backup your data incrementaly. This means the first time data is backed up, all of the data will be copied to the backup location. Subsequent backups will only copy over files / folders that have changed or been updated.
For example: your data has 583 images stored on patient files. The first time KineticD backs up the Images folder, it will copy over all 583 images. The next day you add 13 images to your Patient files. KineticD will then only copy those additional 13 images. This means the first backup will take some time but subsequent backups will take less time. It also helps avoid excessive bandwidth usage as not all of the files will be copied over the internet each time the system backs up.
Some clinics opt to setup the backup to work over the weekend to ensure the initial backup can complete in a timely manner – however this is not required.
7. Additional Options in KineticD Backup Utility:
For additional information on the options available in the KineticD Backup Utility, please refer to the HELP section in the utility. KineticD offers a great deal of information in this section and links to additional help online to gain the most benefit from your online backup.
Additional Information:
KineticD users can also benefit from using KineticD extend – a service included with their KineticD subscription. KineticD extend allows users to connect through the internet to their office computer where the KineticD Backup Utility is installed. This option makes it possible to remotely control an office PC. There is also a KineticExtend app available for iPhone users to download. Please refer to the help section on the KineticD Backup Utility for more information. Please refer to the Atlas Integrated Backup Manual for additional information regarding the built-in backup functions for your Atlas Software, available online through our Support Portal or by contacting Atlas Support.