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Dell Lifecycle Controller 2 Release 1.4.0 User's Guide

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Exporting Server Profile to USB Drive or Network Share

Before exporting the server profile, make sure that the following prerequisites are met:
  • A software license for 12th generation Dell PowerEdge servers. For more information about managing licenses using iDRAC Web interface, go to Overview > Server > Licenses , and see iDRAC Online Help .
  • vFlash SD card is installed in the system and must contain the backup image file.
  • USB drive has a minimum free space of 384 MB.
  • Network share is accessible and has a minimum free space of 384 MB.
  • Use the same vFlash SD card that was used during backup.

To export the server profile to a USB drive or a network share:

  1. In the left pane, select Platform Restore.
  2. In the right pane, select Export Server Profile.
  3. Select either USB Drive or Network Share, enter the details, and then click Finish.
    • NOTE: You can also use a USB drive that is attached to the client system while operating remotely. To do this, use the Virtual Media feature. For more information, see iDRAC User’s Guide.
    The Backup_<service_tag>_<time_stamp>.img file is exported to the specified location.

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