Lab 3.2: Create a schedule backup on BIG-IQ
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.. note:: Estimated time to complete: **5 minutes**

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Tasks
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Now, we can create our backup schedule that references this dynamic group.

1. Click on the **Back Up & Restore > Backup Schedules** on the left-hand menu

2. Click the Create button and fill out the Backup Schedule details. Make sure you pick a start time in the next 5 minutes.

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| Name                     | ``BostonNightly``                                    |
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| Local Retention Policy   | ``Delete local backup copy 3 days after creation``   |
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| Backup Frequency         | ``Daily``                                            |
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| Start Time               | *Today's date and time in the next 5min*             |
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Under *Devices*, select the **Groups radio button** and select from the drop-down **BostonDCGroup**

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Note that it is possible to transfer the backups to an external location (see *Backup Archive section*).

Click **Save & Close** to save the scheduled backup job.

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3. Navigate under **Back Up & Restore > Backup Files**, wait few minutes the backup job starts.

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