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pages/bare_metal_cloud/virtual_private_servers/using-automated-backups-on-a-vps/guide.en-asia.md

@@ -1,57 +1,55 @@
 ---
-title: "How to use automatic backups on a VPS"
-excerpt: "Find out how to use the automatic backup option in the OVHcloud Control Panel to secure your data"
+title: "How to use Automated backups on a VPS"
+excerpt: "Find out how to use the Automated backup option in the OVHcloud Control Panel to secure your data"
 updated: 2025-08-05
 ---
 
 ## Objective
 
-The automatic backup option for VPS offers a convenient way to have complete system backups available from your OVHcloud Control Panel without having to connect to the server to create and restore them manually. Another advantage is that you can also choose to mount a backup and then access its files remotely.
+The Automated backup option for VPS offers a convenient way to have complete system backups available from your OVHcloud Control Panel without having to connect to the server to create and restore them manually. Another advantage is that you can also choose to mount a backup and then access its files remotely.
 
-**This guide explains the automatic backup option for your OVHcloud VPS.**
+**This guide explains the Automated backup option for your OVHcloud VPS.**
 
 > [!primary]
->
-Before applying a backup strategy, we recommend to consult the [product pages and FAQ](/links/bare-metal/vps-options) for pricing comparisons and further details.
+> Before applying a backup strategy, we recommend to consult the [product pages and FAQ](/links/bare-metal/vps-options) for pricing comparisons and further details.
 >
 
 ## Requirements
 
-- Access to the [OVHcloud Control Panel](/links/manager)
-- A [Virtual Private Server](/links/bare-metal/vps) in your OVHcloud account
-- Administrative access (sudo) via SSH to your VPS (optional)
+- Access to the [OVHcloud Control Panel](/links/manager).
+- A [Virtual Private Server](/links/bare-metal/vps) in your OVHcloud account.
+- Administrative access (sudo) via SSH to your VPS (optional).
 
 ## Instructions
 
 ### Content overview
 
-- [How to upgrade to Automatic Backup Premium](#premium)
+- [How to upgrade to Premium Automated Backup](#premium)
 - [How to configure the backup time](#time)
 - [How to restore a backup from the OVHcloud Control Panel](#restore)
 - [How to mount and access a backup](#mount)
     - [Using Secure Shell](#shell)
     - [Using Windows](#windows)
-- [Best practice for using auto-backups](#bestpractice)
+- [Best practice for using Automated backups](#bestpractice)
     - [Configuring the QEMU agent on a VPS](#qemu)
         - [Debian-based distributions](#deb)
         - [Redhat-based distributions](#red)
         - [Windows](#win)
 
-
 Log in to your [OVHcloud Control Panel](/links/manager), open the `Bare Metal Cloud`{.action} section, and select your server under `Virtual Private Servers`{.action}.
 
-When you order a VPS, a single daily automatic backup is included as a free service option. This standard backup option allows you to:
+When you order a VPS, a single daily Automated backup is included as a free service option. This standard backup option allows you to:
 
 - Mount and restore the daily backup.
 - Set the time of day this backup will be created.
 
-For more flexiblity with your backups, you can activate the Automatic Backup Premium option.
+For more flexiblity with your backups, you can activate the Premium Automated Backup option.
 
 <a name="premium"></a>
 
-### How to upgrade to Automatic Backup Premium
+### How to upgrade to Premium Automated Backup
 
-Upgrading to "Premium" enhances your automatic backup option to a 7-day rolling daily backup. This allows you to revert to older backup versions compared to the 24-hour rotation of the standard option.
+Upgrading to Premium Automated Backup enhances your Automated backup option to a 7-day rolling daily backup. This allows you to revert to older backup versions compared to the 24-hour rotation of the standard option.
 
 After selecting your VPS, click on the `Automated backup`{.action} tab in the horizontal menu.
 
@@ -95,7 +93,7 @@ If you recently changed your root password, make sure to tick the option "Modify
 
 > [!alert]
 >
-Please note that the automated backups will not include your additional disks.
+> Please note that the automated backups will not include your additional disks.
 >
 
 <a name="mount"></a>
@@ -105,11 +103,13 @@ Please note that the automated backups will not include your additional disks.
 It is not necessary to completely overwrite your existing service with a restoration. The "Mounting" option allows you to access the backup data to retrieve your files. 
 
 > [!warning]
+>
 > OVHcloud provides services for which you are responsible with regard to their configuration and management. It is therefore your responsibility to ensure that they function correctly.
 >
 > This guide is designed to help you with common tasks. Nevertheless, we recommend contacting a [specialist service provider](/links/partner) or reaching out to the [OVHcloud community](/links/community) if you encounter any difficulties. You can find more information in the [Go further](#go-further) section of this guide.
 >
 
+After selecting your VPS, click on the `Automated backup`{.action} tab in the horizontal menu.  
 Click on `...`{.action} next to the backup you need to access and select `Mounting`{.action}.
 
 ![autobackupvps](images/backup_vps_step2.png){.thumbnail}
@@ -162,7 +162,9 @@ Remember to unmount the backup once you have finished using it. Click on the but
 
 #### Using Windows
 
-Establish an RDP connection to your server. Once logged in, right-click on the `Start Menu`{.action} button, and then click `Disk Management`{.action}.
+Establish an RDP connection to your server.
+
+Once logged in, right-click on the `Start Menu`{.action} button, and then click `Disk Management`{.action}.
 
 ![disk management](images/windowsbackup1.png){.thumbnail}
 
@@ -183,12 +185,13 @@ Remember to unmount the backup once you have finished using it. Click on the but
 ![unmount](images/backup_vps_unmount.png){.thumbnail}
 
 > [!warning]
+>
 > Please note that a server reboot will occur when the backup is unmounted.
->  
+>
 
 <a name="bestpractice"></a>
 
-### Best practice for using auto-backups
+### Best practice for using Automated backups
 
 The Automated Backup functionality is based on VPS snapshots. We recommend to follow the steps below to prevent any issues before using this option.
 
@@ -198,7 +201,7 @@ The Automated Backup functionality is based on VPS snapshots. We recommend to fo
 
 Snapshots are instantaneous images of your running system ("live snapshot"). To ensure the availability of your system when the snapshot is created, the QEMU agent is used to prepare the filesystem for the process.
 
-The required *qemu-guest-agent* is not installed by default on most distributions. Moreover, licensing restrictions may prevent OVHcloud from including it in the available OS images. Therefore, it is best practice to verify and install the agent in case it is not activated on your VPS. Connect to your VPS via SSH and follow the instructions below, according to your operating system.
+The "**qemu-guest-agent**" agent is not installed by default on most distributions. Moreover, licensing restrictions may prevent OVHcloud from including it in the available OS images. Therefore, it is best practice to verify and install the agent in case it is not activated on your VPS. Connect to your VPS via SSH and follow the instructions below, according to your operating system.
 
 <a name="deb"></a>
 
@@ -208,10 +211,15 @@ Use the following command to check whether the system is properly set up for sna
 
 ```bash
 file /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0
+```
+
+The expected output is:
+
+```console
 /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0: symbolic link to ../vport2p1
 ```
 
-If the output is different ("No such file or directory"), install the latest package:
+If the output is different, for example "No such file or directory", install the latest version of the package:
 
 ```bash
 sudo apt-get update
@@ -238,10 +246,15 @@ Use the following command to check whether the system is properly set up for sna
 
 ```bash
 file /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0
+```
+
+The expected output is:
+
+```console
 /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0: symbolic link to ../vport2p1
 ```
 
-If the output is different ("No such file or directory"), install and enable the agent:
+If the output is different, for example "No such file or directory", install and enable the agent:
 
 ```bash
 sudo yum install qemu-guest-agent
@@ -282,4 +295,4 @@ Running  QEMU-GA            QEMU Guest Agent
 
 [Using snapshots on a VPS](/pages/bare_metal_cloud/virtual_private_servers/using-snapshots-on-a-vps)
 
-Join our [community of users](/links/community).
+Join our [community of users](/links/community).

pages/bare_metal_cloud/virtual_private_servers/using-automated-backups-on-a-vps/guide.en-au.md

@@ -1,57 +1,55 @@
 ---
-title: "How to use automatic backups on a VPS"
-excerpt: "Find out how to use the automatic backup option in the OVHcloud Control Panel to secure your data"
+title: "How to use Automated backups on a VPS"
+excerpt: "Find out how to use the Automated backup option in the OVHcloud Control Panel to secure your data"
 updated: 2025-08-05
 ---
 
 ## Objective
 
-The automatic backup option for VPS offers a convenient way to have complete system backups available from your OVHcloud Control Panel without having to connect to the server to create and restore them manually. Another advantage is that you can also choose to mount a backup and then access its files remotely.
+The Automated backup option for VPS offers a convenient way to have complete system backups available from your OVHcloud Control Panel without having to connect to the server to create and restore them manually. Another advantage is that you can also choose to mount a backup and then access its files remotely.
 
-**This guide explains the automatic backup option for your OVHcloud VPS.**
+**This guide explains the Automated backup option for your OVHcloud VPS.**
 
 > [!primary]
->
-Before applying a backup strategy, we recommend to consult the [product pages and FAQ](/links/bare-metal/vps-options) for pricing comparisons and further details.
+> Before applying a backup strategy, we recommend to consult the [product pages and FAQ](/links/bare-metal/vps-options) for pricing comparisons and further details.
 >
 
 ## Requirements
 
-- Access to the [OVHcloud Control Panel](/links/manager)
-- A [Virtual Private Server](/links/bare-metal/vps) in your OVHcloud account
-- Administrative access (sudo) via SSH to your VPS (optional)
+- Access to the [OVHcloud Control Panel](/links/manager).
+- A [Virtual Private Server](/links/bare-metal/vps) in your OVHcloud account.
+- Administrative access (sudo) via SSH to your VPS (optional).
 
 ## Instructions
 
 ### Content overview
 
-- [How to upgrade to Automatic Backup Premium](#premium)
+- [How to upgrade to Premium Automated Backup](#premium)
 - [How to configure the backup time](#time)
 - [How to restore a backup from the OVHcloud Control Panel](#restore)
 - [How to mount and access a backup](#mount)
     - [Using Secure Shell](#shell)
     - [Using Windows](#windows)
-- [Best practice for using auto-backups](#bestpractice)
+- [Best practice for using Automated backups](#bestpractice)
     - [Configuring the QEMU agent on a VPS](#qemu)
         - [Debian-based distributions](#deb)
         - [Redhat-based distributions](#red)
         - [Windows](#win)
 
-
 Log in to your [OVHcloud Control Panel](/links/manager), open the `Bare Metal Cloud`{.action} section, and select your server under `Virtual Private Servers`{.action}.
 
-When you order a VPS, a single daily automatic backup is included as a free service option. This standard backup option allows you to:
+When you order a VPS, a single daily Automated backup is included as a free service option. This standard backup option allows you to:
 
 - Mount and restore the daily backup.
 - Set the time of day this backup will be created.
 
-For more flexiblity with your backups, you can activate the Automatic Backup Premium option.
+For more flexiblity with your backups, you can activate the Premium Automated Backup option.
 
 <a name="premium"></a>
 
-### How to upgrade to Automatic Backup Premium
+### How to upgrade to Premium Automated Backup
 
-Upgrading to "Premium" enhances your automatic backup option to a 7-day rolling daily backup. This allows you to revert to older backup versions compared to the 24-hour rotation of the standard option.
+Upgrading to Premium Automated Backup enhances your Automated backup option to a 7-day rolling daily backup. This allows you to revert to older backup versions compared to the 24-hour rotation of the standard option.
 
 After selecting your VPS, click on the `Automated backup`{.action} tab in the horizontal menu.
 
@@ -95,7 +93,7 @@ If you recently changed your root password, make sure to tick the option "Modify
 
 > [!alert]
 >
-Please note that the automated backups will not include your additional disks.
+> Please note that the automated backups will not include your additional disks.
 >
 
 <a name="mount"></a>
@@ -105,11 +103,13 @@ Please note that the automated backups will not include your additional disks.
 It is not necessary to completely overwrite your existing service with a restoration. The "Mounting" option allows you to access the backup data to retrieve your files. 
 
 > [!warning]
+>
 > OVHcloud provides services for which you are responsible with regard to their configuration and management. It is therefore your responsibility to ensure that they function correctly.
 >
 > This guide is designed to help you with common tasks. Nevertheless, we recommend contacting a [specialist service provider](/links/partner) or reaching out to the [OVHcloud community](/links/community) if you encounter any difficulties. You can find more information in the [Go further](#go-further) section of this guide.
 >
 
+After selecting your VPS, click on the `Automated backup`{.action} tab in the horizontal menu.  
 Click on `...`{.action} next to the backup you need to access and select `Mounting`{.action}.
 
 ![autobackupvps](images/backup_vps_step2.png){.thumbnail}
@@ -162,7 +162,9 @@ Remember to unmount the backup once you have finished using it. Click on the but
 
 #### Using Windows
 
-Establish an RDP connection to your server. Once logged in, right-click on the `Start Menu`{.action} button, and then click `Disk Management`{.action}.
+Establish an RDP connection to your server.
+
+Once logged in, right-click on the `Start Menu`{.action} button, and then click `Disk Management`{.action}.
 
 ![disk management](images/windowsbackup1.png){.thumbnail}
 
@@ -183,12 +185,13 @@ Remember to unmount the backup once you have finished using it. Click on the but
 ![unmount](images/backup_vps_unmount.png){.thumbnail}
 
 > [!warning]
+>
 > Please note that a server reboot will occur when the backup is unmounted.
->  
+>
 
 <a name="bestpractice"></a>
 
-### Best practice for using auto-backups
+### Best practice for using Automated backups
 
 The Automated Backup functionality is based on VPS snapshots. We recommend to follow the steps below to prevent any issues before using this option.
 
@@ -198,7 +201,7 @@ The Automated Backup functionality is based on VPS snapshots. We recommend to fo
 
 Snapshots are instantaneous images of your running system ("live snapshot"). To ensure the availability of your system when the snapshot is created, the QEMU agent is used to prepare the filesystem for the process.
 
-The required *qemu-guest-agent* is not installed by default on most distributions. Moreover, licensing restrictions may prevent OVHcloud from including it in the available OS images. Therefore, it is best practice to verify and install the agent in case it is not activated on your VPS. Connect to your VPS via SSH and follow the instructions below, according to your operating system.
+The "**qemu-guest-agent**" agent is not installed by default on most distributions. Moreover, licensing restrictions may prevent OVHcloud from including it in the available OS images. Therefore, it is best practice to verify and install the agent in case it is not activated on your VPS. Connect to your VPS via SSH and follow the instructions below, according to your operating system.
 
 <a name="deb"></a>
 
@@ -208,10 +211,15 @@ Use the following command to check whether the system is properly set up for sna
 
 ```bash
 file /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0
+```
+
+The expected output is:
+
+```console
 /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0: symbolic link to ../vport2p1
 ```
 
-If the output is different ("No such file or directory"), install the latest package:
+If the output is different, for example "No such file or directory", install the latest version of the package:
 
 ```bash
 sudo apt-get update
@@ -238,10 +246,15 @@ Use the following command to check whether the system is properly set up for sna
 
 ```bash
 file /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0
+```
+
+The expected output is:
+
+```console
 /dev/virtio-ports/org.qemu.guest_agent.0: symbolic link to ../vport2p1
 ```
 
-If the output is different ("No such file or directory"), install and enable the agent:
+If the output is different, for example "No such file or directory", install and enable the agent:
 
 ```bash
 sudo yum install qemu-guest-agent
@@ -282,4 +295,4 @@ Running  QEMU-GA            QEMU Guest Agent
 
 [Using snapshots on a VPS](/pages/bare_metal_cloud/virtual_private_servers/using-snapshots-on-a-vps)
 
-Join our [community of users](/links/community).
+Join our [community of users](/links/community).