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The backup size for a DLE is the same regardless of the backup level. | The backup size for a DLE is the same regardless of the backup level. | ||
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Set the ''record'' value to the ''yes'' in the dumptype definition in [[amanda.conf]]. This will cause the backup program to record the information in /etc/dumpdates or /etc/amandates files on the client, allowing incremental backups to be made. | Set the ''record'' value to the ''yes'' in the dumptype definition in [[amanda.conf]]. This will cause the backup program to record the information in /etc/dumpdates or /etc/amandates files on the client, allowing incremental backups to be made. | ||
Revision as of 23:18, 22 May 2007
This article is a part of the Troubleshooting collection.
Problem
The backup size for a DLE is the same regardless of the backup level.
Solution
Set the record value to the yes in the dumptype definition in amanda.conf. This will cause the backup program to record the information in /etc/dumpdates or /etc/amandates files on the client, allowing incremental backups to be made.