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Simplify Your SONiC RMA Experience with ONES Backup & Restore

April 21, 2025

The Importance of Backup & Restore in Network Resilience

Backup and restore processes ensure rapid recovery from failures by preserving critical network configurations. Key components include:

  • Configuration Snapshots: Capture and store complete network configurations, including interfaces, Quality of Service (QoS), ACLs, and Virtual Extensible LAN (VXLAN), enabling full restoration when needed.
  • Multi-vendor Compatibility: Ensures seamless backup and restoration across different vendor devices.

In RMA scenarios, replacing faulty hardware is only the first step—the real challenge lies in restoring the original configurations. Without a recent backup, administrators must manually reconfigure the failed switch, resulting in extended downtime, increased risk of errors, operational disruptions, and higher recovery costs due to additional troubleshooting and resource allocation.

ONES Backup & Restore: The Lifeline for Uninterrupted Networks

ONES Fabric Manager Backup & Restore ensures seamless recovery by securely storing configurations in a persistent Docker volume, enabling quick restoration, and eliminating manual reconfiguration. With pre-replacement snapshots for Zero-Touch Provisioning (ZTP) or upgrades, it offers a reliable rollback option. Designed for multi-vendor compatibility, it minimizes downtime, reduces risks, and streamlines RMA processes for efficient, error-free network management.

Streamlined Backup & Recovery Process

ONES Fabric Manager Backup & Restore captures essential configuration files (config_db.json, frr.conf, fmcli_db.cfg) by enabling both manual and automatic snapshot creation during key operations like reboot, ZTP, or image upgrades. Each snapshot is tagged with a timestamp or custom label for easy identification and restoration. In the event of a failure, users can quickly revert to a known-good configuration—minimizing downtime and eliminating the need for complex manual recovery steps.

Multi-Vendor Support for Diverse Environments

Designed for flexibility, ONES Fabric Manager Backup & Restore works seamlessly across various network devices. Its consistent and reliable backup and recovery capabilities make it an ideal solution for dynamic, multi-vendor infrastructures, ensuring uninterrupted network performance regardless of vendor diversity.

Book a demo today — because every second of network downtime costs more than you think.