This topic applies to the page in XInsight for managed systems running QSM 4.2 or later.

Rsync synchronizes files and directories between the local system and a remote Rsync server. After the initial transfer, subsequent synchronizations transfer only changed data, helping reduce network traffic and synchronization time.

Go to Protection > Rsync. The Rsync page provides options for managing remote targets and the synchronization tasks associated with each target.

Note: When the QSAN system is used as an Rsync destination, configure the Rsync Server and Rsync Users under System > Service > Rsync Server. For configuration instructions, see Configure the Rsync Server.

Create an Rsync Target #

Click Create to open the Create Rsync Target dialog. Enter a unique target name and the connection information for the remote Rsync server, including its IP address, service port, and credentials.

Click Create to add the target. After the target is added, select it to view its connection status and associated synchronization tasks.

The remote Rsync server must be reachable, and the specified credentials must be valid. Tasks cannot be created or run while the target is offline.

Create an Rsync Task #

Select an online Rsync target, and then click Create Task. Use the wizard to select the synchronization direction, specify the local and remote paths, and configure a schedule as required.

Review the settings and complete the wizard to create the task.

Note: When synchronizing data between different systems, user and group IDs (UIDs and GIDs) and file permissions may be handled differently on the target system. Verify the user and group permissions on the target after synchronization. Files with insufficient permissions may not be accessible through File Manager.

Manage Rsync Tasks #

Select a target to view its associated tasks. Select an existing task to perform one of the following actions:

• Run: Start the synchronization task immediately.
• Edit: Modify the task configuration or schedule.
• Delete: Remove the selected task.

Task actions are unavailable when the selected target is offline.

Delete an Rsync Target #

Select one or more Rsync targets, click Delete.

Warning: Deleting an Rsync target also deletes all synchronization tasks associated with that target. This action cannot be undone.