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Backup Overview

Philosophy

If it's not documented, it does not exist. If it's not backed up, it will be lost. If it's not tested, it won't work when you need it.

Backup Layers

Layer Purpose Details
Local snapshots Local protection ZFS/BTRFS native snapshots
VM backups Hypervisor VMs vzdump / Proxmox Backup Server
Host backups Hypervisor config DerDanilo scripts / manual
Offsite Disaster protection Cloud storage (B2, Storj, S3)
Documentation Rebuild knowledge This repository

Documents

Document Purpose
backup-strategy.md Complete backup strategy and schedules
proxmox-backup-restore.md Proxmox host + VM backup/restore
truenas-backup-restore.md TrueNAS and offsite backup/restore
disaster-recovery.md High-level disaster planning