How to configure Synology Hyper Backup with Impossible Cloud Storage for secure S3-compatible backups
Integrate Synology Hyper Backup with Impossible Cloud Storage to enable efficient, point-in-time backups across flexible destinations using S3-compatible infrastructure for enterprise-grade data protection.
Synology's Hyper Backup is an intuitive and integrated backup solution designed to preserve copies of data, applications, and system configurations. It allows users to restore to a previous point in time, providing a safety net against data loss. Hyper Backup supports various backup destinations, including local shared folders, external storage devices like USB flash drives, remote Synology NAS, file servers, and cloud services. This flexibility in backup options ensures that users have multiple layers of protection for their valuable data, making it a versatile tool for both individual and business needs.
To access the Synology Hyper Backup, please visit https://kb.synology.com/en-br/DSM/tutorial/Quick_Start_Hyper_Backup
Step 1: Create a bucket in Impossible Cloud Storage
You'll need to create a bucket (Versioning and Object Lock features are disabled) in your Impossible Cloud Storage console. Here is a link to the Impossible Cloud Storage documentation, which includes detailed instructions and screenshots for creating a bucket.
Step 2: Run Synology Hyper Backup
Login as Admin to your Synology device. Open the "Package Center", then find and select "Hyper Backup".
Click "Install" if it's not yet installed or "Open" if it's already installed. Backup Wizard will open.
Step 3: Select a Backup Destination
Select "S3 Storage" in the Backup Wizard and click Next. Fill the credentials and endpoint address (Server address). Select the bucket created in Step 1.
Note: using Signature Versions v4 over v2 is highly recommended.
Step 4: Select Data for Backup
Select a data to back up and click Next.
Please follow this guide to complete creation of a new backup task and you are ready to go.