We strongly do not recommend downgrading Backup Manager to a lower version after installation is complete. In cases where the Backup Manager has been downgraded, we cannot guarantee the application will function correctly.
Silent Installation is a way to install Backup Manager on devices through the command line on Windows.
Quick Installation vs. Silent installation vs. Manual installation
Three installation methods available are:
- Quick Installation – The Automatic Deployment feature lets you install Backup Manager on multiple devices simultaneously
- Silent Installation – lets you install one device at a time using the command line on Windows
- Manual Installation - lets you install one device at a time manually
Please see the table below for the differences between these options.
| Quick Installation | Silent installation | Manual Installation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supported versions | All Windows, macOS and Linux on which Backup Manager works (full list) | All Windows, macOS and Linux on which Backup Manager works (full list) | All Windows, macOS and Linux on which Backup Manager works (full list) |
| Feature availability | Only resellers and end-customers | All types of customers | Only resellers and end-customers |
| Number of installations | Multiple devices simultaneously | One device at a time | One device at a time |
| Details required for installation |
Installation command (generated automatically) |
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We do not store the Encryption Key/Security Code or Passphrase of a device, this must be kept by yourself as it cannot be retrieved in our system if lost.
Instructions
To perform the silent installation of the Backup Manager:
- Download the Backup Manager for Windows from the Management Console's Downloads page
- Run the command line on the device as an administrator
- Run the installer using cmd and submit the appropriate parameters for the installation. For example:
mxb-windows-x86_x64.exe -user "support_win_jab67v" -password "ab0982b2bxgt" -encryption-key "SECUR_ITY2016!"
Technically, you can submit the name of the installer file alone (mxb-windows-x86-x64.exe in the above example). In that case you will be offered to provide the remaining parameters when you start the Backup Manager software for the first time.
The installer file name may differ to the above example. The name used must be that of the file downloaded in step #1.
Installation parameters
All text values must be submitted in straight double quotes.
Recommended parameters
| Parameter | Description | Supported values |
|---|---|---|
-user
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A device name for authentication (created when you add a device in the Console) | Text |
-password
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The installation key associated with the device name (generated automatically when you add a device in the Console) | Text |
-encryption-key
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If you are re-installing an existing device that was installed by means of the automatic deployment, use the Enter a Encryption Key/Security Code that will be used to encrypt your data. Please store the key in a secure location as it will not be possible to re-install the Backup Manager and recover your data without this key. |
Text (6-100 symbols) |
-passphrase
|
The passphrase generated through the Console (used instead of the Encryption Key/Security Code for re-installing existing devices installed by means of the Quick Installation) | Text |
Proxy settings (optional)
| Parameter | Description | Supported values |
|---|---|---|
-use-proxy
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This setting prompts the Backup Manager to connect to the Internet through a proxy server. |
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-proxy-type
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The type of the proxy server |
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-proxy-address
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The host name or IP address of the proxy server | IP address or host name, for example 192.188.33.55 or some.server.com |
-proxy-port
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The port number of the proxy server | Number (0 by default) |
-use-proxy-authorization
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Prompts the Backup Manager that the proxy requires authorization by username. |
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-proxy-username
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A username for access to the proxy server | Text, for example domain\username or username |
-proxy-password
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A password for access to the proxy server | Text |
Misc. optional parameters
| Parameter | Description | Supported values |
|---|---|---|
-encryption-method (legacy) |
Supported by the Backup Manager 17.4 and earlier versions. This setting lets you customize the data encryption method. Starting from the 17.5 release, AES-256 has become the common encryption method for all installations. All previous installations retain their original encryption method selections. |
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-restore-only
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This flag lets you install a backup device in the restore-only mode (for example, because it is already installed on another computer). | N/A (enter the parameter as is) |
-silent
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This flag prevents the installer from displaying warning and error messages. It also prevents the Backup Manager from starting automatically after the installation. | N/A (enter the parameter as is) |
-no-shortcuts
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This flag prevents the installer from creating a Backup Manager shortcut in the Windows Start menu. If the shortcut is missing, the only way to start the Backup Manager is by typing in its URL into a web browser or by launching a remote connection to the device from the Backup & Recovery Console. |
N/A (enter the parameter as is). |