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CxLink Backup Architecture

CxLink Backup is built on three main components that work together to provide a complete backup solution for SAP environments. Each component can operate independently or as part of the complete solution, giving you flexibility in how you deploy and use the system.

Core Components​

Backint​

The Backint (aka as Emory) is the core engine that handles all backup and restore operations between your SAP databases and cloud storage providers (AWS, Azure, GCP). Key features include:

  • Standalone Operation: Can be installed and operated independently without requiring the Run
  • Direct Cloud Integration: Manages direct data transfer between your SAP database and cloud storage
  • Multi-Cloud Support: Compatible with AWS S3, Azure Blob Storage, and Google Cloud Storage
  • SAP-Certified: Fully certified for SAP database backup operations
  • High Performance: Optimized for parallel processing and maximum throughput
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Backint can be used as a standalone solution if you only need basic backup functionality without centralized management.

Run (SaaS)​

The Run is our centralized management console, provided as a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution. It offers:

  • Centralized Management: Single pane of glass for all your backup operations
  • Backup History: Complete audit trail of all backup operations
  • Reporting: Comprehensive reporting and analytics
  • Policy Management: Centralized backup policy configuration
  • Multi-Database Support: Manage backups for different database types from one console
  • Role-Based Access: Granular access control for different team members
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While the Run provides powerful management capabilities, it's optional - your backups will continue to work even without access to the dashboard.

Agent​

The Agent acts as the bridge between your database servers and the Run. Its primary responsibilities are:

  • Secure Communication: Establishes secure connection between your infrastructure and the Run
  • Status Updates: Reports backup status and health information
  • Configuration Sync: Receives and applies configuration updates from the Run
  • Lightweight: Minimal resource footprint on your database servers

Component Interactions​

Here's how the components work together:

  1. Backup Process:

    • Backint executes the actual backup operation
    • Data flows directly from your database to cloud storage
    • Agent reports the operation status to the Run

  2. Management Flow:

    • Run sends configuration updates through the Run Agent
    • Backint receives configurations and applies them locally
    • Status and metrics flow back through the Agent to the Dashboard

  3. Standalone Operation:

    • Backint can operate independently
    • Local configuration replaces Dashboard management
    • Backup operations continue even if Dashboard access is lost

Deployment Flexibility​

CxLink Backup can be deployed in different configurations:

  1. Full Solution:

    • All components installed
    • Full management and monitoring capabilities
    • Recommended for enterprise environments

  2. Standalone Backup:

    • Only Backint installed
    • Local configuration and management
    • Suitable for simpler environments

  3. Hybrid Setup:

    • Backint with selective Dashboard integration
    • Mix of local and centralized management
    • Flexible for various requirements