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    Integrate Commvault Cloud with IDrive® e2

    Commvault Cloud is a cloud-native data protection and cyber resilience platform that unifies backup, recovery, security, and governance across hybrid, multi-cloud, SaaS, and on-premises environments through a single console. Powered by Metallic AI, Commvault Cloud delivers ransomware defense, immutable backups, cleanroom recovery, and broad workload support. Integrating with IDrive® e2 adds a capable, scalable cloud object storage solution that integrates effortlessly for secure, cost-efficient backups and fast recovery.

    Prerequisites:

    Before you begin, ensure the following:

    1. An active IDrive® e2 account. Sign up here if you do not have one.
    2. A bucket in IDrive® e2. Learn how to create a bucket
    3. Valid Access Key ID and Secret Access Key. Learn how to create an access key.
    4. A Commvault Cloud account subscription with Commvault Cloud Backup Gateway downloaded and installed on your machine.
    Configure Commvault Cloud with IDrive® e2
    1. Log in to the Commvault Cloud Account.
      Commvault cloud guide - Log in to the Commvault account
    2. Navigate to Storage in the left-side menu and click Cloud.
      Commvault cloud guide - Click Cloud in the left menu
    3. Click Add to add a new cloud storage vault.
      Commvault cloud guide - Add new cloud storage vault
    4. In the Add Cloud Storage window, select S3 Compatible as Storage type and enter the following details.
      1. Enter a Name for Cloud storage.
      2. Enter your IDrive® e2 S3 endpoint as the Service host.
      3. Select the desired MediaAgent.
      4. Click add icon under Credentials to add your e2 credentials.
        Commvault cloud guide - Add credential icon
    5. In the Add Credential dialog box, enter your IDrive® e2 credentials as mentioned below.
      1. Enter a Credential name to store credentials.
      2. Enter your IDrive® e2 Access key as Access key ID.
      3. Enter your IDrive® e2 Secret key as Secret access key.
      4. Click Save.
        Commvault cloud guide - Enter credential and save
    6. Select the newly added credential from the list.
    7. Click DETECT to select the bucket from the list.
    8. Enable deduplication and specify the Deduplication DB location. Click Save.
      9. Commvault cloud guide - Specify DB location and save
    9. The Cloud tab displays the newly added IDrive® e2 storage location.
      Commvault cloud guide - Cloud tab listing screen
    Create a Backup Plan
    1. Navigate to Manage in the left-side menu, then click Plans.
      Commvault cloud guide - Navigate to plans screen
    2. Click Create Plan and select Backup.
      Commvault cloud guide - Create plan and select backup
    3. In the Create Backup plan tab, select Create a new plan and enter a plan name. Click Next.
      Commvault cloud guide - Create new plan and click next
    4. In the Storage Policy tab, we will configure the storage targets. Click ADD COPY.
      Commvault cloud guide - Add copy button screen
    5. Your IDrive® e2 Storage can be configured as either a Primary storage or as a target for a secondary copy of the backup data.
      1. To configure IDrive® e2 as a Primary Copy,
        1. In the Add copy dialog box, enter the following details, then click Save.
          1. Enter a Name for the destination.
          2. Select the IDrive® e2 Storage location configured earlier as the Storage.
          3. Set the Retention period as required.
            Commvault cloud guide - Configure schedule policy screen
        2. Click Next to configure the Schedule Policy.
      2. To configure IDrive® e2 as a Secondary Copy,
        1. To configure IDrive® e2 as a secondary storage target, set the desired storage as the primary storage, then click Save.
          Commvault cloud guide - Set primary storage and save
        2. Click Add Copy to add IDrive® e2 as a secondary copy.
          Commvault cloud guide - Add IDrive e2 copy screen
        3. Provide the required information and click Save.
          Commvault cloud guide - Provide required information and save
        4. Click Next to configure the Schedule Policy.
    6. Configure the desired schedule policy and click Submit.
      Commvault cloud guide - Configure schedule policy and submit
      The virtual machines associated with this plan will be backed up to the IDrive® e2 storage location.

    Note: The data restoration process is managed by your backup software, which helps recover lost or compromised data. Each computing environment is unique, and factors such as data type, software settings, and system performance can impact the restoration process. If you encounter issues or have application-specific questions, please contact the technical support team for your backup software for expert assistance.