Prerequisites

• Operating System: AlmaLinux (ensure it's a compatible version for JetBackup).
• Access Level: Root or sudo privileges.
• Control Panel: Ensure cPanel/WHM is installed on your server.
• JetBackup License: Obtain one if required.
• Network Requirements: Ensure your server can connect to the JetApps repository.

Step-by-Step Installation Guide

Step 1: Update Your Server

Update your server packages to ensure compatibility with JetBackup. Run the following command:

sudo yum update -y

Step 2: Enable JetApps Repository

Download and enable the JetApps repository by running:

curl -o /etc/yum.repos.d/jetapps.repo https://repo.jetlicense.com/jetapps.repo

Step 3: Install JetBackup

Use the package manager to install JetBackup:

sudo yum install -y jetbackup

Step 4: Activate JetBackup

After installation, activate JetBackup in WHM:

1. Log in to WHM.
2. Navigate to JetBackup under the Plugins section.
3. Follow the prompts to complete the activation.

If the license is not automatically detected, manually enter your JetBackup license key.

Step 5: Configure JetBackup

After activation, configure JetBackup:

1. Go to JetBackup > Settings.
2. Select your backup storage location (e.g., local disk, remote storage like SFTP, or Amazon S3).
3. Define your backup schedule, retention policies, and other settings.

Step 6: Test Your Backup Configuration

Create a test backup to ensure that JetBackup is working correctly. Check the backup logs for errors and verify that files are stored in your backup destination.

Additional Commands

• To update JetBackup:

  sudo yum update jetbackup

• To uninstall JetBackup:

  sudo yum remove jetbackup

Troubleshooting Tips

If JetBackup doesn’t appear in WHM, restart cPanel services:

sudo /scripts/restartsrv_cpsrvd

For network connectivity issues, ensure your firewall allows outbound traffic to JetBackup repositories.