Configuring Oracle Cloud as a Backup Repository

Configuring Oracle Cloud as a Backup Repository

Integrating Oracle Cloud Object Storage with BDRShield provides a reliable and scalable solution for storing backup data. This guide outlines the step-by-step process to set up Oracle Cloud as a backup repository, ensuring secure and efficient backup and recovery operations. From creating a bucket in Oracle Cloud and generating access keys to configuring an S3-compatible storage repository in BDRShield, this guide ensures seamless integration. Follow the steps below to configure your backup environment successfully.

Prerequisites:

  • Oracle Cloud account and access to the Oracle Cloud Console.
  • BDRShield Backup Server Console access.

Step 1: Create a Bucket in Oracle Cloud

  1. Log in to your Oracle Cloud Console.
  2. Navigate to Storage -> Buckets (under Object Storage & Archive Storage).
  3. Click Create Bucket.
    • Bucket Name: Provide a name for the Bucket.
    • Visibility: Set to Public.
  4. Click Create to finalize the bucket creation.

Step 2: Generate Access and Secret Keys

  1. In the Oracle Cloud Console, go to My Profile -> Customer Secret Keys.
  2. Click Generate API Key.
  3. Download the private key file for your records.
  4. Note the Access Key and Secret Key provided during key creation.

Step 3: Add an S3-Compatible Storage Repository in BDRShield

  1. Log in to the BDRShield Backup Server Console.
  2. Navigate to InfrastructureBackup RepositoryObject Storage.
  3. Click Create New Object Storage Repository.
  4. Choose the repository type as S3 Compatible cloud storage
  5. Fill in the following details:
  6. Click Verify Connection to test the configuration.
  7. Once verified, click Create.

Step 4: Verify Repository Creation

  • Confirm that the repository is successfully listed under Object Storage Repositories in the BDRShield console.

Step 5: Create a Backup Job

  1. Configure a new backup job in the BDRShield console.
  2. Select the S3-compatible storage repository as the destination.
  3. Run the backup job and ensure it completes successfully.

Step 6: Verify Data in Oracle Cloud

  1. Log in to the Oracle Cloud Console.
  2. Navigate to Object StorageBucketsOC_Bucket.
  3. Confirm that the backup chunks are uploaded to the bucket.

Step 7: Restore and Verify Data

  1. In the BDRShield console, initiate a restore operation for the sample backup job.
  2. Select a target location to restore the files.
  3. Verify that the restored files match the original data.
For further queries, contact BDRShield Support