This article explains step by step how to make an automatic backup of the most important files for your production with CalderaRIP. As you probably read in the overview article, an automatic backup requires two CalderaDock Modules/Utilities.
Caldera SnapShots
What is saved?
- Printer drivers (the .calpatch files, but not the presets/PrintConfigs)
- Profiles (the EasyMedia setup, but not the presets/PrintConfigs)
Where is it done?
In the Caldera Snapshots application, available in the corresponding tab of our toolbox, CalderaDock.
Info
You can get CalderaDock's latest version from WorkSpace's dashboard. If you have any problem with the installation of CalderaDock, click here.
How to save it?
- Launch CalderaSnapshots via CalderaDock. You can access the application through the Home or Applications tab.
- Select your product and click on the add icon ( ). You will be asked to enter your computer password:
- The application will now create the Snapshot. During creation, the actions of other snapshots are disabled.
Caution
Please don't exit Caldera Snapshots during this process, as the snapshot will be damaged.
If you exit the application before the saving is done, you might still see the snapshot available on the list. We recommend that you delete it and restart the process. - Your snapshot has been created! Find it at the end of the list:
Useful links
Save/Restore Config
Warning
This tool is not recommended for macOS users, as the security settings of this operating system do not allow the app to function properly.
All printer and cutter names must match exactly between the old and new systems, otherwise, the script will not find the correct printer/cutter to restore the configuration. In this case, you will have to manually recreate any HotFolders and workflows you may have on the new computer.
What is saved?
- Presets (QuickConfigs)
- Workflows
- Printer-specific configuration
Info
It does not include the media profiles. If you require them, create a media patch with the steps described in the dedicated article.
- Input profiles
- Caldera settings, located in the hidden .cas configuration folder
Where is it done?
In the Caldera Save/Restore Config application, available in the corresponding tab of our toolbox, CalderaDock.
Info
You can get CalderaDock's latest version from WorkSpace's dashboard. If you have any problem with the installation of CalderaDock, click here.
How to save it?
- Launch CalderaDock. Go to the Home or Applications tab, look for Save Config, and then click on Launch:
- Choose where you want to save the Config .tgz file (zip format) to be saved, then click on Save:
- Enter the computer user's password and click on OK:
- You will then get a "Save Config Successfully Executed!" message. Click OK to finalize: