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-central

3. Automate with Cron or SystemD

• Example cron job to sync /var/www:

0 3 * * * /usr/bin/rclone sync /var/www hostingb2b-s3:backups/web-data

4. 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.

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.