1) Issue the command cx snapshot this records the latest complete transaction and puts the server in backup mode. Backup mode alters the manner in which database writes occur, but does not affect operation or performance. It does use extra disk space for updates so should be turned off upon completion.

2) Use your chosen backup software to copy all repositories and the CodeMatrix install folder to the backup media. Partial backups should not be taken.

3) Issue the command cx snapshot -end this turns off backup mode.

To identify a list of repositories and their physical locations use the command cx ls -nS //.

To ensure that all client updates are uploaded to the database prior to a backup use the synchronize command on each client computer.

NB; It is essential that newly created repositories are included in the backup strategy. For this reason you should adopt a policy to ensure this happens, either by using a common root folder for repositories or by extending the backup to include new repositories. In the CodeMatrix enterprise edition this can be enforce through access rules.