Introduction: Why Automated Backups Are Critical for Server Infrastructure
Running a dedicated server means having full control, but it also comes with full responsibility. Data loss from hardware failure, ransomware, or misconfiguration can cause irreversible damage to business operations, client trust, and regulatory compliance. Automated Dedicated Server Backups are essential—not optional—for ensuring your data is always protected and recoverable.
At HostingB2B, we help businesses across regulated and high-availability industries design robust backup and disaster recovery strategies. As a Gold Partner of Acronis Cyber Protection, and provider of enterprise-grade S3-compatible Object Storage, we offer two secure, automated backup solutions tailored for dedicated servers.
This guide provides a technical walkthrough on setting up both options ensuring your infrastructure is secure, compliant, and fully recoverable.
Option 1: Acronis Cyber Protection – Full-Stack Backup & Security
Acronis Cyber Protect is a comprehensive solution combining backup, disaster recovery, anti-malware, and cyber protection—all in a single agent. HostingB2B integrates Acronis directly into your server environment, with centralized management via web portal.
Key Features:
- Full image and file-level backups
- AES-256 encrypted backups in transit and at rest
- Centralized scheduling, retention, and alerting policies
- Built-in ransomware detection and rollback
- Backup of applications and services (MySQL, Exchange, etc.)
- Disaster recovery and bare-metal restore support
1. Install the Acronis Agent
Setup Process:
For Linux:
wget https://dl.acronis.com/u/baas/lin-install.sh
sudo bash lin-install.sh- For Windows: Use HostingB2B’s provisioning tools to deploy the installer.
2. Register Server to Acronis Portal
- Connect using the activation link or credentials provided by HostingB2B.
3. Create Backup Plan
- Choose system volumes or specific directories.
- Define frequency (e.g. incremental daily, full weekly).
- Set backup destination: HostingB2B cloud or local storage.
- Enable encryption and ransomware protection.
4. Monitor via Dashboard
- Track success/failure logs, perform recovery, and manage retention from the Acronis web interface.
Ideal For:
Organizations requiring full-system protection, centralized control, regulatory compliance (ISO 27001, GDPR), and integrated cybersecurity.
Option 2: HostingB2B S3-Compatible Object Storage – Lightweight, Scalable Backup Target
For businesses preferring more control over their backup processes, HostingB2B provides S3-compatible Object Storage ideal for file-level backups, application exports, logs, and large data archives.
This solution allows you to use any S3-compatible backup tool or script to store data securely and accessibly, with multi-region redundancy and high durability.
Key Benefits:
- 99.999999999% (11 nines) data durability
- Supports CLI tools like
rclone,restic,duplicity,s3cmd - Server-side and client-side encryption supported
- Ideal for off-site, incremental, and long-term storage
- Seamless integration with custom scripts and CI/CD pipelines
Setup Process:
1. Create S3 Bucket
- HostingB2B provides bucket creation and IAM credentials.
2. Configure Your Backup Tool
Example using rclone:
[hostingb2b-s3]
type = s3
provider = Other
endpoint = https://s3.hostingb2b.com
access_key_id = YOUR_ACCESS_KEY
secret_access_key = YOUR_SECRET_KEY
region = eu-central3. Automate with Cron or SystemD
- Example cron job to sync
/var/www:
0 3 * * * /usr/bin/rclone sync /var/www hostingb2b-s3:backups/web-data4. Monitor and Verify
Implement hash checks or object versioning to ensure integrity.
Ideal For:
Sysadmins, developers, and DevOps teams needing lightweight, flexible, and scriptable off-site backup without vendor lock-in.
Round-the-Clock Support
Our certified experts are always available to resolve issues, ensure compliance, and maintain performance. For more information, contact our experts!
Best Practices for Dedicated Server Backups
Whether using Acronis or S3 Object Storage, follow these best practices:
- Follow the 3-2-1 Rule: 3 copies, 2 different media, 1 offsite.
- Use Incremental Backups: Reduce I/O impact and save storage.
- Enable Encryption: Encrypt both in-transit and at rest.
- Perform Regular Test Restores: Validate that backups are recoverable.
- Monitor Backup Logs: Use alerting and reporting for failed jobs.
- Segment Access: Use different access credentials for each service to reduce risk.
How HostingB2B Supports Your Backup Infrastructure
At HostingB2B, we don’t just provide the tools — we design, implement, and support your complete backup architecture for maximum reliability and peace of mind:
- Certified Acronis integration for Linux, Windows, and virtual machines
- S3-compatible Object Storage hosted in secure, ISO 27001-compliant environments
- Multi-region data replication
- Custom backup policy design based on your compliance needs
- 24/7 support with proactive monitoring
- Disaster recovery simulations and reporting
Our experts act as an extension of your IT or DevOps team to ensure backups are reliable, secure, and auditable.
Conclusion
Automated backups are a mission-critical layer of any dedicated server infrastructure. Whether you choose the advanced cyber protection of Acronis or the flexible, scalable design of HostingB2B’s S3-compatible Object Storage, you ensure that your business is prepared for the unexpected.
Secure your infrastructure now with HostingB2B’s enterprise-grade backup services. Contact us today to tailor a solution that fits your operational needs and compliance requirements.
