ChronoSync Basics
J. Brandt Buckley updated June 17, 2009 at 5:34 AM
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Losing data (documents, e-mail, personal files) is one of the worst scenarios any user can face. We use a backup system to minimize the chance of data loss in the event of a hardware or software failure, so long as all of the procedures outlined below are followed. Please take a moment to ensure you are informed in case anything happens to your sensitive data.
Overview
All supported computers have a license of ChronoSync installed. ChronoSync is an application that backs up your files daily to a remote server where you are able to self-recover deleted files within 30 days ([Recover From ChronoSync Archive]). An additional copy is archived to magnetic tape for 6 months ([Restore From Tape]) on a best effort daily basis. This process happens automatically at a scheduled time each weekday (backups are NOT run on weekends), unless the user decides to back up files manually whenever he or she wishes. Note that we DO NOT recommend manual backup, simply because of how easy it is to forget to run a backup from time to time. To effectively use ChronoSync it is important to understand how it works and its limitations.
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Your local account resides directly on the your primary computer in /Users/[YourUsername].
Your network account resides in afpin smb://csync.ucsd.edu/Users/[YourUsername].
ChronoSync runs to automatically synchronize your local account to your network account. The synchronization only works one way, meaning it only will copy from your local account to your network account and not the other way around.
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What ChronoSync Does and Doesn't Backup
Certain files aren't backed up by ChronoSync. It's vital that you know which files are and aren't backed up. Please read: ChronoSync Backup List
When ChronoSync Runs
On Desktops, ChronoSync runs after hours, Monday through Friday.
On Portables, ChronoSync runs during business hours, Monday through Friday.
ChronoSync runs at a specific time every day (except weekends) as assigned by Net Ops. If you find the time is inconveniencing you, let us know and we'll work with you to find a time that works. =
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Files and documents in the top level of your home directory can be viewed by anyone with an IGPP account. Please save files to Documents, Desktop, or another sub-folder, instead of just to your "home" folder. 
Monitoring ChronoSync
You'll receive emails after every backup reporting its success or failure. If you receive an email with the subject "ChronoSync Notification (w/Errors)," your files might not be backed up. When in doubt, send us a support request ticket and we'll verify that everything is functioning properly.
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