Barracuda Backup Service - Quick Start Guide
The Barracuda Backup Service is an affordable, integrated local and offsite data
backup solution, combining an onsite appliance with a monthly subscription plan.
Data is replicated to two offsite locations, providing both onsite backups for the
fastest restore times as well as secure offsite storage for disaster recovery.
By default, your Barracuda Backup Server is configured to obtain an IP address
on your network using DHCP. If you need to specify a static IP, you can use the
console administration interface by connecting a monitor and keyboard to the
Barracuda Backup Server. Instructions for using the console administration
DHCP is acceptable, proceed to Step 4.
Linking your Barracuda Backup Server
Your Barracuda Backup Server needs to be linked in your Barracuda Backup
Account online before you can activate your subscription plan and initiate data
backups. You should have billing information (credit card recommended)
available for your subscription plan to complete the linking process.
account, click Create a new account under the Username field, follow the
account creation instructions and log in.
2. Once logged in, click the Backup Service button at the top of the screen,
and then click Link a Barracuda Backup Server on the left of the page.
3. On the Validation page, enter the serial number and the linking code for
your Barracuda Backup Server from the sticker below and click Continue.
4. Complete the form and choose your storage subscription plan.
Getting Started
This guide provides you with setup instructions for the Barracuda Backup
Service. We recommend reading these instructions fully before starting the
setup. To initiate your Barracuda Backup Service, you will need the following:
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Barracuda Backup Server
AC power cable
Ethernet cables
Barracuda Backup Server serial number and linking code (on right)
Connectivity and access information for servers to backup
Physical Installation
To install the Barracuda Backup Server:
1. Fasten the Barracuda Backup Server to a 19-inch rack or place it in a stable
location.
2. Connect an ethernet cable from your network switch to the WAN ethernet
port on the back panel of the Barracuda Backup Server.
3. Press the POWER button on the front panel to turn the unit on.
STICKER WITH SERIAL NUMBER AND
LINKING CODE
*This area must accommodate a 4” x 2.25” sticker!*
Optional IP Address and Network Settings Configuration
If your Barracuda Backup Server is located behind a corporate firewall, you may
need to open the following ports to allow communication between the Barracuda
Backup Server and Barracuda Networks:
Verify Connection to Barracuda Networks
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Ports 80, 443, 1194, 5120-5129 outbound for both TCP and UDP traffic.
The Barracuda Backup Server uses these ports to transfer data over
the Internet to the offsite storage location. If you would like to restrict
the outbound network traffic on these ports to only reach Barracuda
Networks, please contact Barracuda Networks Technical Support.
The Barracuda Backup Server you have just installed, powered on and linked
should be listed on the left with a green status light to the right of its name. If the
status of your Barracuda Backup Server is green, please continue on to the next
Barracuda Backup Service
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