Overview

Hyper Backup can send versioned backups from your NAS to cloud providers. Offsite copies protect against site incidents and device loss.

Choose a cloud target

Pick a destination that balances recovery goals, cost, and compliance.

• Use object storage with versioning support where possible
• Prefer regions close to Australia for lower latency
• Keep a second copy to a different medium when risk warrants it

Encryption and credentials

Encrypt backups and protect credentials carefully.

• Enable client side encryption and store the key in a safe place
• Use unique credentials per backup task
• Rotate access keys on a schedule and remove old ones

Retention and versions

Balance recovery flexibility with storage cost.

• Use smart versioning to keep more recent versions and thin older ones
• Align retention with business or compliance requirements
• Document the policy so audits are straightforward

Bandwidth and scheduling

Keep links responsive for users while backups run.

• Seed the first copy after hours and throttle jobs during work time
• Schedule backups in windows that avoid contention
• Monitor upload usage and adjust when workloads change

Setup steps

A simple sequence to create a reliable task.

• Update DSM and Hyper Backup to current versions
• Create or connect a cloud bucket and credentials
• Create a backup task, select data and apps, and enable encryption
• Set schedules and retention rules and run the first job

Verification and test restores

A backup is only useful when restores are proven.

• Run a small file restore from cloud to a temp folder
• Document the steps and time taken
• Test a larger restore quarterly

Cost control tips

Manage storage and egress without surprises.

• Exclude caches, scratch folders, and generated files
• Compress where it helps and deduplicate at the source when possible
• Keep an eye on lifecycle policies and clean up old buckets

Troubleshooting checklist

Common issues are credentials, network paths, or permission mismatches.

• Verify access keys and bucket permissions
• Check DNS, gateway, and time sync on the NAS
• Review logs for skipped files and adjust exclusions

FAQs

Short answers to common questions.

• Can I back up multiple shared folders in one job? Yes, tasks can include multiple sources
• Is client side encryption required? Recommended for sensitive data
• How long should I keep versions? Match retention to recovery goals and budget