xCloud Backup Setup for QNAP

Prerequisites

• Registered xCloud Account, activation email has been confirmed

Step-by-Step Guide

xCloud: Obtain Access Credentials

1. xCloud Portal Preparation

• Log in to the xCloud web app
• Select the product "xCloud Backup"
• Choose and activate a package (Safe S to XL)
• Remember the two access credentials (Access Key and Secret Key)
• Create a backup bucket, optionally with object lock enabled

QNAP: Install Hybrid Backup

2. Install HBS Hybrid Backup

• Open QNAP App Center
• Search for "HBS 3 Hybrid Backup Sync"
• Install and open the app

Hybrid Backup: Configure Backup

3. Create Storage Space

• Select "Storage Spaces"
• Click on "Create"
• Choose "Amazon S3 & S3 Compatible"

4. Configure Storage Space Details

• Server address: "backup.de.xcloud.eu"
• Signature version: "v4"
• Region: "eu-central-1"
• Access Key: Access Key from step 1
• Secret Key: Secret Key from step 1
• Enable "Use SSL connection"

5. Backup Configuration

• Navigate to "Backup & Restore"
• Select "New Backup Job"

6. Folder Selection

• Choose the folders to back up
• Confirm with OK

7. Destination Selection

• Select the storage space created in steps 3 & 4
• Choose the bucket you have created at the beginning. It is called "backup" by default.

8. Schedule

• Set backup frequency and time (daily/weekly at night recommended)

9. Data Integrity Check

• Configure data integrity checks (recommended every 2-4 backups)

10. Additional Settings

• Optional: Decide whether the data should be compressed.

11. Client-side Encryption

• Recommended: if you want the data to be encrypted (client-side), this can be selected in the "Policies" section:

Warning

Ensure secure encryption key storage. The backup cannot be restored without the encryption keys.

Additional Resources

• QNAP, Backup Quick Start Guide for HBS 3 (Hybrid Backup Sync)
• QNAP, Detailed documentation on Hybrid Backup Sync (HBS 3)