From 806a388400b504b316042eee316adfbf101d2da4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2025 07:20:32 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 01/43] Revise Data Recovery guide with updates Updated the Data Recovery guide and included updated keywords, re-organized instructions and summarized parts of the original article. --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 189 +++++++++++++++++------------------ 1 file changed, 92 insertions(+), 97 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 3f8c26d1af..176e4e1f24 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -15,111 +15,106 @@ section: software-troubleshooting tableOfContents: true --- -This article covers ways to extract and save your data in the event of an OS failure, update failure, or similar situation. If you are having issues reaching your login screen, this [article](/articles/login-loop-pop) may be helpful instead. +This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS failure, update issues, bootloader errors, or hardware problems._ ## If you can't boot your installed OS -If you are not able to boot into your installed OS, then we will want to boot from a live disk. If you have Pop!\_OS installed we can use the Pop!\_OS Recovery Partition. +* Pop!_OS + * Use Recovery Partition: Hold **Spacebar** or press **ESC** at boot menu. Select **Pop!_OS Recovery** + * **If Recovery is missing:** Create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). +* Ubuntu + * **Use Live USB:** Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and flash using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. + * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. -### Creating the live disk (Bootable OS) - -We can use this [article](/articles/live-disk) to create a live disk of Ubuntu if you aren't using Pop. For more information about accessing Recovery see [here](/articles/pop-recovery). For Ubuntu, refer to this [article](/articles/bootloader). - -We do not need to chroot into the installed OS to back up data, only mount the OS drive. Once this is done, we can install the software used for the backup process: Deja Dup (see below). - -### Connect to the Internet - -![Top Left Menu](/images/disaster-recovery/Dialog.png) - -Use the top-right menu (as shown above) to connect to your Wi-Fi once booted into the live disk. - -### Mount the installed OS - -Once connected to the Internet, open Firefox and access the [bootloader](/articles/bootloader) article. -Then copy and paste the encryption commands (if the OS is encrypted) and the mount commands. - -> **NOTE:** If you own System76 hardware and/or have a System76 Account, this will also allow you to access Support Tickets, copy/paste commands from those tickets or upload log files, etc. - -## Software - -Once the drive is mounted, we can install software to back up files. - -### Deja Dup - -[Déjà Dup](https://wiki.gnome.org/Apps/DejaDup) is a popular, straightforward backup option. It can be used to back up user data locally, remotely, or to a cloud server. It can also be set up to run automatically on a regular basis. - -### Rsync - -[rsync](https://www.digitalocean.com/community/tutorials/how-to-use-rsync-to-sync-local-and-remote-directories) is a popular command-line tool to copy data while keeping the permissions. It is useful if the system is powering down or if you want a command-line tool to copy the files. +## Connect to Internet +- Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. +- A stable connection is recommended for installing backuo tools or uploading data. +## Mounting the Installed OS +* If Disk is Encrypted: ```bash -rsync -avxP \ -/path/to/directory/to/backup \ -/path/to/directory/for/storing/backup +sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt ``` - -> **NOTE:** Depending on your ISP/Cloud Provider or physical location. Upload speeds may vary or even be throttled. If possible, connect via Ethernet for a faster, more stable connection when transferring files. - -#### Installation - -To install Deja Dup, search for it in the Pop!\_Shop, Ubuntu Software or run this command: +* If Disk is not Encrypted: + * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. + +## Backup Tools + +Deja Dup + * Available via **Pop!_Shop** or **Ubuntu Software Center**. + * Supports local, remote, and cloud backups. + * Can be scheduled for automatic backups. + +## Installing Deja Dup +* Appears as **Backups** in the Activities menu. ```bash sudo apt install deja-dup ``` - -Once Deja Dup is installed, it will be labeled as "Backups" in the Activities overview. - -#### Selecting Data to Backup - -With Deja Dup (Backups) open, you can select the folders you wish to save or ignore using the pages listed on the left. By default, Deja Dup will backup your entire home directory, which includes your Documents, Pictures, Music, and Videos folders. It ignores your Downloads folder and any items in the Trash. Use the plus (+) and minus (-) buttons as needed to modify both categories. - -![Selecting data to backup in Deja-Dup](/images/backup/deja_selection.png) - -#### Choosing a Backup Location - -On the **Storage location** page, you can configure the location where your backup will be stored. - -![Selecting a backup location in Deja-Dup](/images/backup/deja_location.png) - -## Hardware - -An external or internal drive can be used as a local backup location. - -### External - -The specs below offer an idea on what to look for when purchasing external storage: - -- USB 3.0/2.0 -- Match your OS drive size or larger. If you have a 1TB drive, purchase a 1TB drive or a 2TB+ drive, if you want to store multiple backups. - -### Internal - -If your system included a second drive beside the OS drive, we have this [article](/articles/extra-drive/) that goes over setting up the drive to auto-mount once the OS is either repaired or reinstalled. -If we have the installed OS mounted in the live disk open the Files application then go to ***Other Locations*** to access the secondary drive. Unless you've changed the name of your drive, System76 systems ship with secondary drives labelled "Extra Drive" or "Extra Drive #." - -#### Restoring Your Data - -Once we have our data backed up we can reinstall the OS. This [article](/articles/install-pop) goes over the usual install process whether you're intalling from Recovery or a Live Disk: - -Now that we reinstalled the OS we can start restoring our data. To restore your data with Deja Dup, select the **Overview** page, then click the **Restore...** button. This will allow you to select the location containing the Deja Dup backup folder, and will copy the data from the most recent backup to its original location. - -![Restoring data in Deja-Dup](/images/backup/deja_overview.png) - -## If the System Doesn't Power On - -Refer to your models [service manual](/articles/guides) for removing the drive(s). Once you have moved the drives containing your data to another system, you can transfer them to an external hard drive (or other location) with the steps in our [backup article](/articles/backup-files). - -## What if the Drive is the Problem? - -If signs are pointing to the drive itself being the issue, and your files are corrupted, or no longer accessible, a data recovery service may be the only viable option. If that is the case, remove the drive, and stop using it until it can be taken to a data recovery site. Continued use of the drive may exacerbate bad sectors, or overwrite existing, partially retrievable data. - -> **NOTE:** Data recovery services are not guarantees of data recovery, and may be cost-prohibitive for some users. System76 is not a data recovery service. Nor do we partner with any. A data recovery service is not a substitute for having robust backups. However, your drive manufacturer may provide data recovery services as part of your service agreement or warranty. - -## Future Steps - -Now that we have our data, and a clean install of the OS, let's prepare for if this issue happens again. It's good practice to set up scheduled backups. Our [backup article](/articles/backup-files) can help. - -> **NOTE** Good practice to prevent data loss is to ensure that any important files are backed up in at least three (3) places. Two (2) copies on-site, and one (1) copy off-site. This off-site backup could be through a cloud storage solution, or a drive that's kept at a relative's house, or in a safety deposit box. - - +## Rsync (CLI) +* Preserves file permissions and supports resumable transfers +```bash +rsync -avxP \ +/path/to/directory/to/backup \ +/path/to/directory/for/storing/backup +``` +_Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud service, or physical location and may even be subject to throttling. For faster and more reliable file transfer, it's recommended to use a wired Ethernet connection whenever possible. + +## Current backup Tools +While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simplicity and built-in GNOME intergration, several other tools offer more flexibility, performance, or control depending on audience. + +* **Deja Dup** -- encrypted backups with cloud support (Google Drive, Nextcloud) +* Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) +* Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage + +## CLI & Power user Tools +* BorgBackup -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery +* Restic -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) +* **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups + +## Enterprise-grade Solutions +* Amanda/Zamanda -- centralized backup management, tape support +* Veeam Agent for Linux -- commercial-grade, agent-based backups with recovery tools + +## Selecting Data to Back Up +* By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. +* Excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. +* Use + and -- to customize included/excluded folders. + +## Choosing a Backup Location +External Drive +* Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 +* Match or exceed the size of you OS drive. + +Internal Drive +* Open **Files** > **Other Locations** +* Look for secondary drives or partitions. +* On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. +* Refer to your model's service manual to remove the drive. +* Use a USB-to-SATA adapter to connect it to another system. +* Back up data using the steps above. + +## If the Drive is the Problem +* Stop using the drive immediately. +* Contact a professional data recovery service. + +_Note:_ System76 and Ubuntu do not offer or partner with recovery service. Drive manufacturers may offer recovery options under warranty. + +### Set Up Scheduled Backups +Use Deja Dup or rsync to automate backups on a daily or weekly schedule. This ensures your data is protected without manual effort. +Follow the **3-2-1** Backup Rule +To protect your data against hardware failure, theft, or unexpected events: +* **3 total copies** of your important files +* **2 stored locally** (e.g., internal drive + external USB) +* **1 stored off-site**, such as: + * A cloud storage service (e.g., Dropbox, Google Drive, Backblaze) + * An external drive kept at a trsuted relative's house + * A secure location like a safety deposit box + +**This layered approach ensures that even if one or two copies are compromised, your data remains recoverable.** + +## Restoring Data after Reinstall +1. Open **Backups**. +2. Click **Restore** +3. Select the backup location. +4. Deja Dup will restore the most recent backup to its original location. From f9871b8fd3b384e88635251e81be07abb9414d98 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Thomas Zimmerman Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2025 12:56:30 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 02/43] fixed some lit issues and updated the table of contents --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 22 +++++++++++----------- 1 file changed, 11 insertions(+), 11 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 176e4e1f24..bcf8775be2 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -20,17 +20,17 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f ## If you can't boot your installed OS * Pop!_OS - * Use Recovery Partition: Hold **Spacebar** or press **ESC** at boot menu. Select **Pop!_OS Recovery** - * **If Recovery is missing:** Create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). + * Use Recovery Partition: Hold **Spacebar** or press **ESC** at boot menu. Select **Pop!_OS Recovery** + * **If Recovery is missing:** Create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). * Ubuntu * **Use Live USB:** Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and flash using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. -## Connect to Internet -- Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. -- A stable connection is recommended for installing backuo tools or uploading data. +### Connect to Internet +* Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. +* A stable connection is recommended for installing backuo tools or uploading data. -## Mounting the Installed OS +### Mounting the Installed OS * If Disk is Encrypted: ```bash sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt @@ -45,13 +45,13 @@ Deja Dup * Supports local, remote, and cloud backups. * Can be scheduled for automatic backups. -## Installing Deja Dup +### Installing Deja Dup * Appears as **Backups** in the Activities menu. ```bash sudo apt install deja-dup ``` -## Rsync (CLI) +### Rsync (CLI) * Preserves file permissions and supports resumable transfers ```bash rsync -avxP \ @@ -60,19 +60,19 @@ rsync -avxP \ ``` _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud service, or physical location and may even be subject to throttling. For faster and more reliable file transfer, it's recommended to use a wired Ethernet connection whenever possible. -## Current backup Tools +### Current backup Tools While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simplicity and built-in GNOME intergration, several other tools offer more flexibility, performance, or control depending on audience. * **Deja Dup** -- encrypted backups with cloud support (Google Drive, Nextcloud) * Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) * Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage -## CLI & Power user Tools +### CLI & Power user Tools * BorgBackup -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery * Restic -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) * **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups -## Enterprise-grade Solutions +### Enterprise-grade Solutions * Amanda/Zamanda -- centralized backup management, tape support * Veeam Agent for Linux -- commercial-grade, agent-based backups with recovery tools From 887cd66eba926d666e141fe6a4c50a8fe056bdb8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Thomas Zimmerman Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2025 13:02:27 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 03/43] many more lit fixes --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 25 +++++++++++++++++++------ 1 file changed, 19 insertions(+), 6 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index bcf8775be2..b06f4b7cba 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -27,17 +27,19 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. ### Connect to Internet + * Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. * A stable connection is recommended for installing backuo tools or uploading data. ### Mounting the Installed OS + * If Disk is Encrypted: ```bash sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt ``` * If Disk is not Encrypted: * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. - + ## Backup Tools Deja Dup @@ -46,12 +48,14 @@ Deja Dup * Can be scheduled for automatic backups. ### Installing Deja Dup + * Appears as **Backups** in the Activities menu. ```bash sudo apt install deja-dup ``` ### Rsync (CLI) + * Preserves file permissions and supports resumable transfers ```bash rsync -avxP \ @@ -61,6 +65,7 @@ rsync -avxP \ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud service, or physical location and may even be subject to throttling. For faster and more reliable file transfer, it's recommended to use a wired Ethernet connection whenever possible. ### Current backup Tools + While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simplicity and built-in GNOME intergration, several other tools offer more flexibility, performance, or control depending on audience. * **Deja Dup** -- encrypted backups with cloud support (Google Drive, Nextcloud) @@ -68,25 +73,31 @@ While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simp * Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage ### CLI & Power user Tools + * BorgBackup -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery * Restic -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) * **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups ### Enterprise-grade Solutions + * Amanda/Zamanda -- centralized backup management, tape support * Veeam Agent for Linux -- commercial-grade, agent-based backups with recovery tools ## Selecting Data to Back Up + * By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. * Excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. * Use + and -- to customize included/excluded folders. ## Choosing a Backup Location + External Drive + * Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 * Match or exceed the size of you OS drive. Internal Drive + * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** * Look for secondary drives or partitions. * On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. @@ -95,13 +106,15 @@ Internal Drive * Back up data using the steps above. ## If the Drive is the Problem + * Stop using the drive immediately. -* Contact a professional data recovery service. +* Contact a professional data recovery service. -_Note:_ System76 and Ubuntu do not offer or partner with recovery service. Drive manufacturers may offer recovery options under warranty. +_Note:_ System76 and Ubuntu do not offer or partner with recovery service. Drive manufacturers may offer recovery options under warranty. ### Set Up Scheduled Backups -Use Deja Dup or rsync to automate backups on a daily or weekly schedule. This ensures your data is protected without manual effort. + +Use Deja Dup or rsync to automate backups on a daily or weekly schedule. This ensures your data is protected without manual effort. Follow the **3-2-1** Backup Rule To protect your data against hardware failure, theft, or unexpected events: * **3 total copies** of your important files @@ -110,11 +123,11 @@ To protect your data against hardware failure, theft, or unexpected events: * A cloud storage service (e.g., Dropbox, Google Drive, Backblaze) * An external drive kept at a trsuted relative's house * A secure location like a safety deposit box - **This layered approach ensures that even if one or two copies are compromised, your data remains recoverable.** ## Restoring Data after Reinstall + 1. Open **Backups**. 2. Click **Restore** 3. Select the backup location. -4. Deja Dup will restore the most recent backup to its original location. +4. Deja Dup will restore the most recent backup to its original location. From b40b13eb2d8b5d3640108bca7979b7b2768765e4 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Thomas Zimmerman Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2025 13:06:40 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 04/43] lit fixes --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 20 ++++++++++++-------- 1 file changed, 12 insertions(+), 8 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index b06f4b7cba..02ca3544eb 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -34,29 +34,32 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f ### Mounting the Installed OS * If Disk is Encrypted: + ```bash sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt ``` * If Disk is not Encrypted: - * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. +* Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. ## Backup Tools Deja Dup - * Available via **Pop!_Shop** or **Ubuntu Software Center**. - * Supports local, remote, and cloud backups. - * Can be scheduled for automatic backups. - +* Available via **Pop!_Shop** or **Ubuntu Software Center**. +* Supports local, remote, and cloud backups. +* Can be scheduled for automatic backups. + ### Installing Deja Dup -* Appears as **Backups** in the Activities menu. +* Appears as **Backups** in the Activities menu. ```bash sudo apt install deja-dup ``` + ### Rsync (CLI) * Preserves file permissions and supports resumable transfers + ```bash rsync -avxP \ /path/to/directory/to/backup \ @@ -69,8 +72,8 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simplicity and built-in GNOME intergration, several other tools offer more flexibility, performance, or control depending on audience. * **Deja Dup** -- encrypted backups with cloud support (Google Drive, Nextcloud) -* Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) -* Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage +* Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) +* Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage ### CLI & Power user Tools @@ -117,6 +120,7 @@ _Note:_ System76 and Ubuntu do not offer or partner with recovery service. Drive Use Deja Dup or rsync to automate backups on a daily or weekly schedule. This ensures your data is protected without manual effort. Follow the **3-2-1** Backup Rule To protect your data against hardware failure, theft, or unexpected events: + * **3 total copies** of your important files * **2 stored locally** (e.g., internal drive + external USB) * **1 stored off-site**, such as: From 7028609e035d935172eb6eff1724b1e96e7801c9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: Thomas Zimmerman Date: Fri, 7 Nov 2025 13:09:08 -0700 Subject: [PATCH 05/43] additional link fixes --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 4 +++- 1 file changed, 3 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 02ca3544eb..3003b628d3 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -38,14 +38,16 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f ```bash sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt ``` + * If Disk is not Encrypted: * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. ## Backup Tools Deja Dup + * Available via **Pop!_Shop** or **Ubuntu Software Center**. -* Supports local, remote, and cloud backups. +* Supports local, remote, and cloud backups. * Can be scheduled for automatic backups. ### Installing Deja Dup From f6914e12f1e5fc66feb86360984dc3faebefef2f Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:09:33 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 06/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 3003b628d3..686cc2a9a5 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -15,7 +15,7 @@ section: software-troubleshooting tableOfContents: true --- -This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS failure, update issues, bootloader errors, or hardware problems._ +This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS failure, update issues, bootloader errors, or hardware problems. ## If you can't boot your installed OS From 98d40836a11448e3bd76ccf250bb7682f23b097d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:10:13 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 07/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 686cc2a9a5..ec35e4e427 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -19,7 +19,7 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f ## If you can't boot your installed OS -* Pop!_OS +# Pop!\_OS * Use Recovery Partition: Hold **Spacebar** or press **ESC** at boot menu. Select **Pop!_OS Recovery** * **If Recovery is missing:** Create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). * Ubuntu From 62476688e20f1ebf11daff4060b724c71bbb3fb1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:10:34 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 08/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 3 ++- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index ec35e4e427..2ea73d9d98 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -20,7 +20,8 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f ## If you can't boot your installed OS # Pop!\_OS - * Use Recovery Partition: Hold **Spacebar** or press **ESC** at boot menu. Select **Pop!_OS Recovery** +Use Recovery Partition: +1. Hold Spacebaror press ESC at boot menu. Select **Pop!\_OS Recovery** * **If Recovery is missing:** Create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). * Ubuntu * **Use Live USB:** Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and flash using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. From 7cc3672eef8edf69f2245d0cf3d77d8eaf128347 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:10:56 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 09/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 2ea73d9d98..abcb4491b9 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f # Pop!\_OS Use Recovery Partition: 1. Hold Spacebaror press ESC at boot menu. Select **Pop!\_OS Recovery** - * **If Recovery is missing:** Create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). + _If Recovery is missing_: Download Pop!\_OS and create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). * Ubuntu * **Use Live USB:** Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and flash using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. From b1fbd68b9796b7c9135da125f5ad673e384c9d8a Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:13:20 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 10/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index abcb4491b9..3a25e33128 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -23,7 +23,7 @@ This guide helps users recover data and restore system functionality after _OS f Use Recovery Partition: 1. Hold Spacebaror press ESC at boot menu. Select **Pop!\_OS Recovery** _If Recovery is missing_: Download Pop!\_OS and create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). -* Ubuntu +# Ubuntu * **Use Live USB:** Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and flash using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. From 1c889641ccc67705e50e333870e39ba479b9e171 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:15:52 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 11/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 3 ++- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 3a25e33128..ba17e62b92 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -24,7 +24,8 @@ Use Recovery Partition: 1. Hold Spacebaror press ESC at boot menu. Select **Pop!\_OS Recovery** _If Recovery is missing_: Download Pop!\_OS and create a Live USB from this [link](https://pop.system76.com/). # Ubuntu - * **Use Live USB:** Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and flash using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. + Use Live USB: + 1. Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and create a live [USB](https://support.system76.com/articles/live-disk) using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. ### Connect to Internet From be9c07ba20fb6906e8d7062ef05dc56e1d6aaeb9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:16:46 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 12/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index ba17e62b92..b18fbb81a7 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -26,7 +26,7 @@ Use Recovery Partition: # Ubuntu Use Live USB: 1. Download Ubuntu ISO from this [link](https://ubuntu.com/download) and create a live [USB](https://support.system76.com/articles/live-disk) using Rufus or Startup Disk Creator. - * Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. +2. Boot from USB and select **Try Ubuntu**. ### Connect to Internet From c26935749faf2a2628f266c087df23ac7b693fe2 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:18:41 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 13/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index b18fbb81a7..0851ff5bd3 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -30,7 +30,7 @@ Use Recovery Partition: ### Connect to Internet -* Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. +1. Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. * A stable connection is recommended for installing backuo tools or uploading data. ### Mounting the Installed OS From db8111b6cfda97fd712d5537b2cbeca34054d8b0 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:22:15 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 14/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md Agreed. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 0851ff5bd3..ec9b32bc7b 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -31,7 +31,7 @@ Use Recovery Partition: ### Connect to Internet 1. Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. -* A stable connection is recommended for installing backuo tools or uploading data. +_A stable connection is recommended for installing backup tools or uploading data._ ### Mounting the Installed OS From 389bb940f6d409828f35706476c378600da888be Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:22:37 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 15/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index ec9b32bc7b..52f3b7cd25 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -106,7 +106,7 @@ External Drive Internal Drive * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** -* Look for secondary drives or partitions. +2. Identify secondary drives or partitions. On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. * On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. * Refer to your model's service manual to remove the drive. * Use a USB-to-SATA adapter to connect it to another system. From fc95404639d966ac0b649f0254804699553e70ab Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:24:33 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 16/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 52f3b7cd25..23f1b6d266 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -33,7 +33,7 @@ Use Recovery Partition: 1. Use the **top-right system menu** to connect to Wi-Fi or ethernet. _A stable connection is recommended for installing backup tools or uploading data._ -### Mounting the Installed OS +### Mount the Installed OS Drive * If Disk is Encrypted: From 9e1e2e347656eacd1e40f758fecf2a3641112340 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:32:30 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 17/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 3 ++- 1 file changed, 2 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 23f1b6d266..4ddd8248af 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -35,7 +35,8 @@ _A stable connection is recommended for installing backup tools or uploading dat ### Mount the Installed OS Drive -* If Disk is Encrypted: +# If Disk is Encrypted: +1. Open a terminal by pressing Super + T and type the following commands: ```bash sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt From 5bfa52921214a3c3946a8b499ff4e72e97f88583 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:52:26 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 18/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 4ddd8248af..b8bc0c2d20 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -42,7 +42,7 @@ _A stable connection is recommended for installing backup tools or uploading dat sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root /mnt ``` -* If Disk is not Encrypted: +# If Disk is not Encrypted: * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. ## Backup Tools From e049890951fc24b92a7c409f8601ed9aa39020c0 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:53:06 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 19/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index b8bc0c2d20..4afec5b58b 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -43,7 +43,7 @@ sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root ``` # If Disk is not Encrypted: -* Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. +1. Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. ## Backup Tools From dced946d84a9393f5b05cd5963380d5a6df9bb0c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:53:50 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 20/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 4afec5b58b..f57d556b17 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -72,7 +72,7 @@ rsync -avxP \ ``` _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud service, or physical location and may even be subject to throttling. For faster and more reliable file transfer, it's recommended to use a wired Ethernet connection whenever possible. -### Current backup Tools +### Additional backup Tool Options While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simplicity and built-in GNOME intergration, several other tools offer more flexibility, performance, or control depending on audience. From eec3a7db38f78640cf95a271860817dd83affeac Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:54:29 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 21/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index f57d556b17..7eab67f112 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -74,7 +74,6 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ### Additional backup Tool Options -While **Deja Dup** remains a top choice for casual desktop users due to its simplicity and built-in GNOME intergration, several other tools offer more flexibility, performance, or control depending on audience. * **Deja Dup** -- encrypted backups with cloud support (Google Drive, Nextcloud) * Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) From 36010b7ea48d66be8c0bff0d70269a798a00ed00 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:55:25 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 22/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 7eab67f112..9709f73bf3 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -75,7 +75,6 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ### Additional backup Tool Options -* **Deja Dup** -- encrypted backups with cloud support (Google Drive, Nextcloud) * Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) * Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage From b9df381e044ad946dd0dc4c373cae8c5befe5591 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:08:18 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 23/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 12 +++++++++++- 1 file changed, 11 insertions(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 9709f73bf3..4d497d5ed6 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -45,7 +45,17 @@ sudo cryptsetup luksOpen /dev/sdX ubuntu-root sudo mount /dev/mapper/ubuntu-root # If Disk is not Encrypted: 1. Open **Files** > **Other Locations** and locate your system drive. -## Backup Tools +### Install Backup Software +# Deja Dup +_ Supports local, remote, and cloud backups and has ability to schedule automatic backups._ +1. Open **Pop! Shop** if using Pop!\_OS +2. Search for **Deja Dup** in Pop! Shop and download the application. If using Ubuntu, open the **Backups** application, which is also Deja Dup. + +# Rsync +_Command line utility that reserves file permissions and supports resumable transfers_ +1. Install rsync if not already installed. +```bash +sudo apt install rsync Deja Dup From e8bfca0e74dbee276e0219d05292e2496260fa88 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:08:37 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 24/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 4d497d5ed6..fcf93e3de2 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -116,7 +116,6 @@ Internal Drive * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** 2. Identify secondary drives or partitions. On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. -* On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. * Refer to your model's service manual to remove the drive. * Use a USB-to-SATA adapter to connect it to another system. * Back up data using the steps above. From 57ca14a72d43e0fd4a693aa1f8984ea16176e4fe Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:11:22 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 25/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index fcf93e3de2..a7d86356c9 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -118,7 +118,7 @@ Internal Drive 2. Identify secondary drives or partitions. On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. * Refer to your model's service manual to remove the drive. * Use a USB-to-SATA adapter to connect it to another system. -* Back up data using the steps above. +### Initiate the Backup ## If the Drive is the Problem From 482a353804d8a9297b99ac3979180c6970ec89f6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:12:02 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 26/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index a7d86356c9..53b5e44df8 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -85,7 +85,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ### Additional backup Tool Options -* Timeshift -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback (especially on Ubuntu/Pop!_OS) +**Timeshift** -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback * Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage ### CLI & Power user Tools From a675adc465b35560cc6436e265d20ae751d481cd Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:12:28 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 27/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 53b5e44df8..7b95813306 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -86,7 +86,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic **Timeshift** -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback -* Duplicati -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage +**Duplicati** -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage ### CLI & Power user Tools From 182e3119eff65f96a7a956ddaf30e6fc6d8be86c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:12:55 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 28/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 7b95813306..96230cb84b 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -88,7 +88,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic **Timeshift** -- ideal for system snapshots and rollback **Duplicati** -- web-based interface, encrypted backups, supports cloud storage -### CLI & Power user Tools +## Command Line Tools * BorgBackup -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery * Restic -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) From 52fca3827158c7d2b396f34c2495fc777e1f6cb1 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:13:21 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 29/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 96230cb84b..3825607138 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -90,7 +90,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ## Command Line Tools -* BorgBackup -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery +**BorgBackup** -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery * Restic -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) * **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups From 32765e3c2ccc12f4a1f30d3f8ff783bd6ce2630b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:13:53 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 30/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 3825607138..93ce612466 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -91,7 +91,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ## Command Line Tools **BorgBackup** -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery -* Restic -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) +**Restic** -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) * **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups ### Enterprise-grade Solutions From 9e509b985b7027e49df3c960138df67f25a136c6 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:18:58 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 31/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 93ce612466..451becf771 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -92,7 +92,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic **BorgBackup** -- deduplication, compression, encryption; great for data recovery **Restic** -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) -* **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups +**Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups ### Enterprise-grade Solutions From 564ea876411ef4c9e29131d87b82e779f6b86343 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:49:09 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 32/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 451becf771..c4ad12569a 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -94,7 +94,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic **Restic** -- fast, secure, cross-platform; supports many backends (SFTP, AWS, etc.) **Rsync** -- highly customizable; ideal for scripted or incremental backups -### Enterprise-grade Solutions +## Enterprise-grade Solutions * Amanda/Zamanda -- centralized backup management, tape support * Veeam Agent for Linux -- commercial-grade, agent-based backups with recovery tools From b8a3723995d5c836e93977938c365465a9fcfd23 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:49:48 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 33/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index c4ad12569a..29f8353963 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -99,7 +99,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic * Amanda/Zamanda -- centralized backup management, tape support * Veeam Agent for Linux -- commercial-grade, agent-based backups with recovery tools -## Selecting Data to Back Up +### Select Data to Back Up * By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. * Excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. From 4d207f127053f66b34734773577c9343e055fc0e Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:08:56 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 34/43] Update disaster-recovery.md Clarified optional drive removal step to explain boot isolation context. --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 7 +++++-- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 2 deletions(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 29f8353963..c8cf9dd05e 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -115,8 +115,11 @@ External Drive Internal Drive * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** -2. Identify secondary drives or partitions. On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. -* Refer to your model's service manual to remove the drive. +* Look for secondary drives or partitions. +* On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. +* If you are troubleshooting boot or recovery issues, temporarily removing the secondary drive can help isolate the problem and prevent conflicts during the recovery process. +* Refer to your model's service manual to remove the drive safely. + * Use a USB-to-SATA adapter to connect it to another system. ### Initiate the Backup From 4c531fad7bdc987788bd581fd24de43531dd1710 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:10:03 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 35/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index c8cf9dd05e..97bf97632e 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -101,7 +101,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ### Select Data to Back Up -* By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. +By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. This excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. * Excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. * Use + and -- to customize included/excluded folders. From 23cbfc396ac39fa1c30427fc69e2bb44d72c0d89 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:11:30 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 36/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 97bf97632e..af02695726 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -102,7 +102,6 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ### Select Data to Back Up By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. This excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. -* Excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. * Use + and -- to customize included/excluded folders. ## Choosing a Backup Location From 71b5b29d9a3dadfe7e2eefdcdbfaae7b380514df Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:12:15 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 37/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index af02695726..099d003798 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -102,7 +102,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic ### Select Data to Back Up By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. This excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. -* Use + and -- to customize included/excluded folders. +Use (+) and (-) to customize included/excluded folders. ## Choosing a Backup Location From 9d56e4214664da6a0d5db60e49eccccbbc268f4d Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:12:38 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 38/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 099d003798..6c9e991611 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -104,7 +104,7 @@ _Note:_ Upload speeds can vary depending on your internet provider, cloud servic By default, Deja Dup backs up the **Home** directory. This excludes **Downloads** and **Trash**. Use (+) and (-) to customize included/excluded folders. -## Choosing a Backup Location +### Choose a Backup Location External Drive From 9b48c133ebe5271bfa65a0c08ffe9be7b26f200b Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:15:26 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 39/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 6c9e991611..22c6ecb9a6 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -106,7 +106,7 @@ Use (+) and (-) to customize included/excluded folders. ### Choose a Backup Location -External Drive +## External Drive * Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 * Match or exceed the size of you OS drive. From 89fd73c364d585468de91e942eb0ab103f264586 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:15:51 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 40/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 22c6ecb9a6..54e58db5b7 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -108,7 +108,7 @@ Use (+) and (-) to customize included/excluded folders. ## External Drive -* Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 +Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 hard drive that matches the capacity of your current operating system drive. * Match or exceed the size of you OS drive. Internal Drive From 574f17a6dc32928bd7b3e876a30b82e7d6b351b9 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:16:39 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 41/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 1 - 1 file changed, 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 54e58db5b7..907eaa3032 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -109,7 +109,6 @@ Use (+) and (-) to customize included/excluded folders. ## External Drive Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 hard drive that matches the capacity of your current operating system drive. -* Match or exceed the size of you OS drive. Internal Drive From 7f9f32b25c00d7c4185e641277751e519e88db7c Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:17:07 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 42/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 907eaa3032..6625417f38 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -110,7 +110,7 @@ Use (+) and (-) to customize included/excluded folders. Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 hard drive that matches the capacity of your current operating system drive. -Internal Drive +## Internal Drive * Open **Files** > **Other Locations** * Look for secondary drives or partitions. From 51c75484131f0022d908f3771d69cdb73ebf8541 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: maria-deguzman-009 Date: Sat, 13 Dec 2025 00:17:52 +0800 Subject: [PATCH 43/43] Update content/disaster-recovery.md I agree. Co-authored-by: Emma Marshall --- content/disaster-recovery.md | 2 +- 1 file changed, 1 insertion(+), 1 deletion(-) diff --git a/content/disaster-recovery.md b/content/disaster-recovery.md index 6625417f38..da36a844b2 100644 --- a/content/disaster-recovery.md +++ b/content/disaster-recovery.md @@ -112,7 +112,7 @@ Use USB 3.0 or 2.0 hard drive that matches the capacity of your current operati ## Internal Drive -* Open **Files** > **Other Locations** +1. Open **Files** > **Other Locations** * Look for secondary drives or partitions. * On System76 devices, secondary drives may be labeled **Extra Drive**. * If you are troubleshooting boot or recovery issues, temporarily removing the secondary drive can help isolate the problem and prevent conflicts during the recovery process.