Checkpoint Types

Create a manual checkpoint manually by using the tibdg administrative tool and a periodic checkpoint automatically by configuring the data grid to create periodic checkpoints.

Manual Checkpoints
  • Initiated by using the tibdg administrative tool
  • Are given a unique name to help with checkpoint identification
Periodic Checkpoints
  • Configured at the data grid level
  • Taken at a fixed interval while the data grid is running.
  • Cannot be given a name
Both manual and periodic checkpoints can be manually removed, and are subject to removal based on the retention setting.

Note: When a grid is added to a gridset, it cannot execute the Live Backup and Restore steps. With DR/mirroring, the grids in the gridset stay in sync with each other so the checkpoints taken by primary and mirror grids in a gridset do not include the required restore information needed for the Live Backup and Restore process.