ConteraVMS: How to perform a export / import

Note: Ensure all firmware and software are at current revisions.

Issue:

A ConteraVMS has been setup and a backup consisting of all changes needs to be made.

Resolution:

Export:

1. Login to the ConteraVMS.
2. Click Setup > General Configuration > System Settings > General Settings > Export. You can export to the local PC or export it to ConteraWS.
   
   
   
   
3. Save the file to your workstation.
   1. Note: It is recommended to include the software revision of the ConteraVMS in the filename.

Import:

1.  Login to the ConteraVMS.
2. Click Setup > General Configuration > System Settings > General Settings
3. Under Import you have 2 options.
   1. Complete Restore - Use this option when restoring to the same recorder or a replacement recorder.
   2. Partial Restore - Use this option when using this configuration file as a template for other recorders. Unique Camera Identifiers will not be copied.
4. Click Select Import File and browse to the location of your backup. Click Import to begin the process.