Langmeier Backup FAQ
Tips: Stop services before backing up
Sometimes it makes sense to stop a Windows service before the backup in order to start it again after the backup. This is easily done in Langmeier Backup. To do this, use the following batch commands:
ExamplesStops the server service:
Starts the message service:
Save these batch commands to a file with a .bat extension using the Windows editor. Then, in Langmeier Backup, go to Options -> Settings for this job and in the Before backup -> Run script section, deselect the file path for the batch file you just saved. For the service to be restarted afterwards write a separate batch file and select it in After backup -> Run script. Further lookup: Data backup, Backup, Windows Service Articles relevant to the topicWhich backup type is the best choice for my data?Windows changes the drive letters of the backup media - how the data backup still doesn't fail This is how important data backup is in real life This article covers:Stop service with a batch fileStop service automatically for backup Stop Windows Server service before backup Windows Server Backup |
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