The backup_export utility saves a single compressed file that contains all data-source metadata, user-defined resources (published, shared, and other), and server configuration settings. A full server backup file can be used later to restore an entire configuration, with the exception of local machine-based server configuration settings. You have the option to include or exclude custom Java and data source statistics regarding cardinality and table boundaries.

By default, the following are exported: domains, users, groups, all resources, security settings (ownership of resources and privileges on resources), keystore files, cache configurations, scheduling, driver configurations, and server-level configuration settings.

Settings and configurations for local computing environments are excluded from a full server backup export. These configuration settings are identified as locally-defined values in the Description area of the parameter pane in the Administration > Configuration window. Locally-defined TDV values include: repository configurations, local port settings, memory settings, log files, event settings and triggers, security settings for anonymous and dynamic users, LDAP properties files, passwords for users, capabilities files, and customized scripts.

Note: To use the keystore file from an exported CAR file, additional steps are necessary. For more information, see Using the Keystore File from an Exported CAR File.