Consistent backup of blocks through block tracking
US9946608B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 2015 |
| Grant date | Apr 17, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 28, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F2201/84
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for creating an inconsistent backup and then a consistent backup is described. The method may include creating an inconsistent, full backup of a storage device. The method may further include creating a first snapshot of the storage device. The method may also include creating a consistent backup increment of the storage device based on the first snapshot. Additionally, the method may include adding the consistent backup increment to the inconsistent, full backup.
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