Cómo automatizar las copias de seguridad del servidor FiveM

In this tutorial, you will learn how to set up automated backups for your FiveM server using a PowerShell script and Windows Task Scheduler. Automating your backups ensures your server data is safe and can be restored if needed.

Step 1: Download the Backup Script

1. Download the backup script from the Repositorio GitHub.
2. Guarde el ServerBackupScript.ps1 file in a location accessible to your server.

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Step 2: Set Up Backup Folders

1. Create Backup Directory:
   • Navigate to your server’s root directory (where the FX Server starter is located).
   • Crea una nueva carpeta llamada respaldo.
2. Edit the PowerShell Script:
   • Abra el ServerBackupScript.ps1 in a text editor (e.g., Notepad).
   • Actualizar el $sourcePath to the folder you want to back up. For example: $sourcePath = "C:\MyServer\resources"
   • Actualizar el $destinationPath to the folder where backups should be stored. For example: $destinationPath = "C:\Backups\ServerBackup_$backupDate"
   • En $backupDate variable appends the current date and time to the backup folder name for better organization.

Step 3: Set Up a Scheduled Task

1. Open Task Scheduler:
   • Pulse Win + S and search for Task Scheduler, then open it.
2. Create a New Task:
   • Clic derecho Task Scheduler Library y seleccione Create Basic Task.
   • Name the task (e.g., “FiveM Server Backup”) and click Próximo.
3. Set the Trigger:
   • Choose how often you want the backup to run (e.g., Daily, Weekly).
   • Set the start date, time, and frequency as needed, then click Próximo.
4. Set the Action:
   • Seleccione Start a Program y haga clic en Próximo.
   • En el Program/script field, type: powershell.exe
   • En el Add arguments (optional) field, type:-File "C:\Backups\ServerBackupScript.ps1" Adjust the file path if the script is stored elsewhere.
   • En el Start in (optional) field, type the folder path where the script resides, such as: C:\Backups
5. Finish the Task:
   • Haga clic en Finish to save the task.

Step 4: Test the Task

1. Right-click the newly created task in Task Scheduler and select Ejecutar.
2. Check the output folder (e.g., C:\Backups) to confirm the backup was created successfully. The backup file or folder should have the current date appended to its name (e.g., ServerBackup_2024-11-15).

Step 5: Verify Backup Consistency

• Regularly check your backups to ensure all critical files are included.
• Test restoring a backup on a development server to confirm functionality.

Consejos:

• Monitor Backup Size: Keep an eye on disk space in your destination folder.
• Retention Policy: Consider a script to delete older backups automatically if storage space is a concern.
• Logs: Add logging to the PowerShell script for easier debugging.

You have now successfully automated backups for your FiveM server!