Windows Server with 13 Million Files

[redplumptomato]

Hi,

We have a windows 2003 32 bit server with 13 million files. Have any of you had a good experience using journaling to backup servers with millions of files?

I would like to get some feedback as I'm researching the best way to reduce backup time and improve efficiency during the backup window. Backups

 

[LanSchroeder]

I use it on a few big file servers and for the most part it works well. I also use it on an offsite server over a slower link and that is where it really shines.

I remember a few years back having an issue with the journal when i initially configured it and things getting a little weird on me. I guess if you are able to test it first that would be the best way to go.

 

[tsmdumber]

I have tried and works absolutely fine. The only con being the journal database if corrupt or reset will take days to get the database recreated.

Will save a lot of time for sure. I reduced my backup window for 19 hours to less than half hour for incremental backups.