Backup
MAMP PRO offers you the possibility to back up the data of all hosts (files & databases) quickly and easily via the backup function. Backups are not bound to a certain installation of MAMP PRO. This means that you can also pass backups on to other users of MAMP PRO.
Create Backup
To create a backup, proceed as follows:
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Select “Backup” from the “File” menu. This menu item is only active if no servers or services are running.
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The backup window will open.
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Select the contents you want the backup to contain.
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Click on the “Backup” button.
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The dialog for specifying the file name and location of the backup file will be displayed. You can leave the suggested name/location here or specify your own.
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Click the “Save” button.
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When the backup is finished, the message “Done.” will be displayed.
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Click the “Close” button.
Restore Backup
To restore a backup, proceed as follows:
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Select “Restore from Backup” from the “File” menu. This menu item is only active if no servers or services are running.
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The window for restoring a backup will open.
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Select which backup file you want to use and which contents should be restored from the backup.
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Click on the “Restore” button.
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A note will be displayed to help you restore the selected contents. Please read it carefully. If you want to continue the process, click on the “OK” button.
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As soon as the restoration of the backup is finished, the message “Restore done.” will be displayed.
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Click the “Close” button.