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June 3rd, 2020 07:00
Add to dataset for single AIX client
Is there a way to add a directory to the dataset for a single AIX client?
I noticed that in the Admin interface, when editing a client, I can "allow additions to source data". I understand that this can be done via the Client Web UI, but I don't think AIX has the Client Web UI. Is there a file I can put a file on the client machine that contains additional directories to backup in addition to the dataset source data?
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SteveK821
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June 12th, 2020 03:00
Yes, you can create a file called avtar.cmd in the "var" subfolder of the Avamar Client
Under Unix it is either /usr/local/avamar/var or /opt/AVMRclnt/var (I'm not sure about AIX)
In this plaintext file you just use the include flag:
--include=/path/subdir/*
More info here: https://www.dell.com/support/kbdoc/en-us/490891
That KB has details for Windows Clients but the avtar.cmd works on all Operating Systems.
ionthegeek
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June 12th, 2020 05:00
This is a good thought but include can't be used in this way.
The purpose of the include flag is to specify exceptions to any applicable exclude flags. You cannot use include to back up files and directories that are not already part of the dataset.
Instead, I recommend configuring a custom dataset for this client. There are configuration options in the client properties in the GUI that can be used to override the group dataset and apply a dataset to individual clients in a group. I recommend using this feature sparingly since it could easily set you up for an administrative nightmare if overused but it is handy for one off exceptions like this.