A Step-by-Step Guide for Bare Metal Recovery using Manual Download Method in BDRShield/BDRCloud

A Step-by-Step Guide for Bare Metal Recovery using Manual Download Method in BDRShield/BDRCloud

KB ID: 115224
Overview:
The BMR Manual Download Method in BDRShield/BDRCloud offers a convenient way to restore data by manually downloading disks. This article provides a detailed guide on how to utilize this method effectively.
Procedure: 
1. Accessing the BDRShield/BDRCloud Console:
  1. Log in to your BDRShield/BDRCloud console.
  2. Navigate to the "Restore To Backup Data" page.
2. Initiating Restore:
  1. Click on the "Restore" button corresponding to the Disk Image backup.
  2. Choose the "Download Disks (Manual Method)" option.
  3. Confirm your selection by clicking "OK".
3. Timestamp Selection:
  1. Select the desired timestamp for data restoration.
  2. Proceed by clicking "Next".
4. Disk Selection and Format:
  1. Choose the disk and disk format you wish to download.
  2. Click "Next" to proceed.
5. Configuration Review:
  1. Review the selected configuration for accuracy.
  2. Click the "Restore" button to initiate the process.
6. Downloading Restored Disk:
  1. Upon completion of the restore process, the disk will be zipped.
  2. Access the reports page to download the zipped disk.


Notes

Note:

  • For BDRCloud deployments, the restored VHD file will be provided in a ZIP format. You must extract it before proceeding with the recovery.

  • For BDRShield On-Premise deployments, the VHD will be directly restored to the specified location—no extraction required.


Bare Metal Recovery (BMR) – Manual Recovery Using VHD

1. Boot the Target Machine Using the BMR Recovery ISO

  • Connect a bootable USB drive containing the BMR Recovery ISO to the new (raw) machine.

  • Power on the machine and boot from the USB/ISO.

  • Ensure the machine is connected to the network.

2. Accept the License Agreement

  • Once the recovery environment loads, review the license agreement.

  • Click Accept to continue.

3. Configure Network Settings

  • On the Configuration Settings page, click Configure Network.

  • Enter the required Static IP settings.

  • Save and apply the configuration.

4. Map the Network Drive

  • From the Configuration Settings page, select Map Drive from the left-hand menu.

  • Enter the path to the shared network location where the restored VHD file is stored.

  • Save the settings and exit the wizard.

5. Verify Network Connectivity

  • Open Command Prompt from the recovery environment.

  • Run a network test (e.g., ping google.com) to confirm connectivity.

6. Start BMR Recovery Using the Restored VHD

  • On the main screen, go to BMR Recovery Options → Recovery Disk/Partition Using VHD.

  • Click Next.

  • Use the Browse option to select the VHD file from the mapped network drive.

  • Follow the prompts to begin the recovery process.

7. Complete the Recovery

  • After the recovery is complete, the interface will display a Finish status.

  • Reboot the machine.

  • Upon boot, verify that the system and data have been successfully restored.

Important Notes

  • Ensure hardware compatibility (e.g., disk controllers, firmware) between the new machine and the original source system.

  • If the machine fails to boot after recovery, verify BIOS/UEFI settings and confirm the correct boot device is selected.

  • A stable network connection is required throughout the recovery process.


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