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by jcain

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I am trying to backup drives from another server in the same domain (nt 4.0). However, the mapped drives do not back up. When I look at the backup log, it says I do not have permission to back up that drive. All servers are logged in as administrator. Any one have any ideas????

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by mary.schingeck

I had the same problem when I wanted to do a complete backup when changing drives on the server. You have to go to the permissions of those drives and give the Administrator all rights.

by zhahan

First, What backup software are you using? Most 3rd Party backup software uses a "Service" to back up files, and you need to make sure that the service has 'Backup Operators', or 'Administrative' privledges. Second, How are the drives you are trying to back up "mapped". You should make sure that the drives are mapped like this "\\ServerName\X$" where "X" is the drive letter you wish to back up. The "$" shares are Administrative shares that are set up automatically, and can only be accessed by a user with Admin privledges. Hope this helps!!
Good luck!

by hartodd

I've seen a similar situation when attempting to back up member servers. You must enter the domain\\backup service account in the local user database of the member server. For instance, enter the domain account which your backup software runs under into the local computer\\backup operators group.

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