# VM backup

## General information

One of the key features of **Xopero ONE** is native **Hyper-V** backup. It enables you to back up either all virtual machines or selected VMs on both standalone and clustered **Hyper-V** hosts.

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## Creating a backup plan

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Log in to [**XMS**](#user-content-fn-1)[^1], go to the **Plans** tab and click the **+ Add plan** button in the top toolbar.

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Select **Hyper-V** from the platforms list.

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Define the name of the backup plan.
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In the configuration aside, choose the host you want to protect. You can then either:

1. Back up all virtual machines (VMs) for comprehensive protection.
2. Select specific VMs by checking the boxes next to the desired entries.
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Configure options specific to **Hyper-V** backup.

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Choose your backup storage location.
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Configure the [**Scheduler & data retention** settings](/xopero-one-en/management/scheduler-and-retention.md) by defining when backups should run and which types of backup copies to use.

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Set the retention policy to determine how long backups are stored — any copies exceeding this period <mark style="color:$danger;">**will be automatically deleted**</mark>.
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Go to the **Advanced settings** section to customize additional options, including encryption, compression levels, and deduplication. These settings provide greater flexibility and help optimize the backup process.

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After completing the configuration, click the **Save** button. The protection plan will then automatically begin protecting your **Hyper-V** virtual machines according to the schedule you defined.
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[^1]: Xopero ONE Management Service


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