Attaching a local backup archive

Objective

This article describes how to attach an existing local backup archive to the CrashPlan app.

You may need to perform this task if you move a backup archive to a new drive (for example, upgrading to a larger external drive) or if you are setting up a replacement device and want to reconnect to a previous local backup history.

Prerequisites

• This procedure only applies to local destinations (such as external hard drives). It does not apply to cloud destinations like the CrashPlan cloud.

Steps

1. Connect the drive containing the backup archive to your device.
2. Open the CrashPlan app.
3. Navigate to Settings > Backup Sets.
4. Next to Destinations, click Change.
5. Click Add a Local Destination.
6. Select the drive or folder containing the backup archive you want to add.
   • Note: Ensure the folder name matches your current device ID (GUID). You can check your device ID in Settings > General.
7. Click Add Backup to confirm you want to add the archive.
8. Select the check box for the new local destination.
9. Click Save.