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Restoring Directory Data
Use the following steps to restore your directory data that has been backed up:
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You cannot restore directory data using Remote Management.
1. Start the control panel. For more information, see Starting the Control Panel.
2. Select Directory Data > Restore....
The Restore from Backup window opens and displays fields specifying how to perform the backup.
3. Specify the backups that you want to restore. You can choose a backup from the list of available backups or browse to locate a backup.
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Verify Backup ensures the integrity of the specified backup but is not a necessary procedure. If you choose to verify your backup, the process may take a while.
4. Click OK.
5. Click Yes to confirm that you want to restore the database from the backup.
6. After the Restore from Backup window shows that the restore operation is complete, click Close.
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The Close option remains unavailable until the backup is complete.