Backup Architect
Two-day intensive training and certification
01-02 July 2025 (in English)
€599.00
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2025-07-01-SYNO-BCK-EN
About the Course
This course is part of the ‘Synology Intensive Training’ programme. This course provides you with a comprehensive introduction to the backup tools available on your Synology NAS. By successfully passing the online certification test after the training, you will earn the official ‘Synology Backup Architect’ certification.
After a brief introduction to the key backup fundamentals, we will work on how to back up and restore the data stored on a Synology NAS. You will get to know possible methods, backup destinations, backup plans, and other configuration options in detail. We will cover the packages Snapshot Replication, Hyper Backup, USB Copy, as well as the features and use cases of Synology C2 Storage. In the next section, we will focus on backing up physical PCs (Windows, macOS), physical servers (Windows / Linux), as well as virtual machines running on VMware or Hyper-V. You will also learn about advanced recovery options. Finally, you will discover how to efficiently back up and restore data from Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace using Active Backup for Microsoft 365 and Active Backup for Google Workspace.
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How does the whole thing work?
This is a hands-on training with plenty of practical exercises conducted directly on the actual devices. During the live session, you will have remote access to a fully featured virtual desktop, from which you can connect to our hardware lab. This allows you to easily follow along with our demonstrations and hands-on exercises. For more extensive exercises, we will split into small teams, where you can collaborate via desktop sharing, observe each other’s work, and support one another. These sessions also provide a great opportunity to exchange knowledge with other business users and Synology partners. Of course, your trainer will be available throughout the entire live session to assist you whenever needed. .
Course contents at a glance
- Backing up your Synology NAS
- Backup destinations, backup schedules, retention policies, and further options
- Hyper Backup, Hyper Backup Vault, and Hyper Backup Explorer
- Replicating shared folders using Snapshot Replication
- Use cases of Synology C2 Storage
- Backing up the entire Synology NAS and performing a bare-metal recovery
- Things to keep in mind when backing up encrypted folders and volumes
- Backing up physical clients
- Deploying the Active Backup for Business Agent for Windows
- Automatic application of data protection rules
- Backing up Windows and macOS clients
- Restoring individual files using the Recovery Portal
- Performing bare-metal recovery of Windows clients using the emergency recovery media
- Backing up physical servers
- Image-based backup of Windows and Linux servers
- Instant recovery and P2V
- File server backup with SMB and rsync
- Backing up virtual machines
- Backing up virtual machines on Microsoft Hyper-V
- Backing up virtual machines on VMware vSphere
- Advanced recovery methods
- Backing up cloud services
- Backing up Microsoft 365
- Backing up Google Workspace
- Recovering data via the Recovery Portal
- Essential background knowledge
- Synology backup applications and their use cases at a glance
- Backup methods, risks, and the 3-2-1 rule
- Deduplication, encryption, and data compression
- Reliable monitoring of backup jobs
- Things to consider while maintaining data integrity
Last updated: 2025-03-31
2025-07-01-SYNO-BCK-EN
Further details
- Course Date
- 01-02 July 2025 (in English)
- Language of the training
- English
- Course type
- open-enrolment / public training
- Check-in on the 1st course day
- 08:45 - 09:15 CET (short check of your equipment)
- Course Hours
- 09:45 to approx. 17:15 CET
- Coffee / lunch breaks
- will be arranged flexibly with the participants
- Teaching Units
- 16 units per 45 minutes
- Minimum group size
- 8 participants
- Maximum group size
- 16 participants
- Prerequisites / prior knowledge
- Network basics, DSM Fundamentals and/or DSM Architect course recommended.
- Certificate of attendance / certification
- Online certification exam with certificate of completion
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Notes on the certification exam |
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| Certification: | The exam can be taken online immediately after the event. You will have several days to complete it. Our trainers will explain the procedure and requirements in detail. All training materials may be used. Upon passing the exam, you can download your certificate immediately. Additionally, you will receive access to a logo that you can use to showcase your certification, e.g., in email signatures or on social media. |
| Recertification | Please note that the certificate typically has a limited validity, meaning you will need to undergo recertification at regular intervals (e.g., after two years). To facilitate this, we offer compact workshops where you will be informed about the most important updates. Further details about certification and the partner program can be obtained directly from the manufacturer. |
The required equipment can be found in the following table:
| Attendance | Required Equipment |
| Face-to-face (On-site) |
Your own Notebook (Windows / macOS / Linux):
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| Remote (live online) |
PC or Notebook (Windows / macOS / Linux) with stable internet connection:
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