Policy vs. protection plan FAQs
You can protect an asset using a NetBackup policy, a protection plan, or both at the same time. This topic answers some common questions about NetBackup policies in the NetBackup web UI.
Table: Classic policy FAQ
Question | Answer |
|---|---|
In the web UI's Protected by column, what does the setting Classic policy only mean? | The asset is not currently subscribed to a protection plan. However, it was subscribed to a protection plan. Or, a policy protected it at one time and it has a Last backup status. There may or may not be an active classic policy protecting the asset (contact the NetBackup administrator to find out). |
How can I manage a policy? | Most policy types can be managed in the NetBackup web UI. See Support for NetBackup policies.
To manage and create policies, the user must have the RBAC role or a custom role with permissions for policies, specific policy types, or specific policies. |
When should I subscribe an asset to a protection plan versus protecting the asset with a policy? | Policies offer the classic method of data protection.
To view or manage policies, you must have the RBAC Administrator role or a role with policy permissions. RBAC control can be applied to all policies, policies for one or more specific types, or on specific policies. A protection plan lets you easily add and remove assets from the plan and see which assets are protected. A workload administrator can fully control who can view or manage protection plans and assets. |
Can I use both a policy and a protection plan to protect an asset? | Yes. However, protection plans will eventually be removed from the web UI. |
What action should I take when an asset is unsubscribed from a protection plan and the web UI shows Classic policy only for that asset? | You can ask the NetBackup administrator or the policy administrator if a classic policy protects the asset. |