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Replica

A standby server that is ready to take over

Replica keeps a second server a live copy of your first one. If Server 1 goes down, Server 2 already has the databases and the files and can take over.

  • MySQL and other databases
  • Chosen folders mirrored
  • Manual takeover in phase 1
  • Windows servers, Linux later
Replica · Servers
Server 1Active
MySQL and other databases
Chosen folders
Server 2Standby
MySQL and other databases
Chosen folders

Server 2 follows Server 1 and can take over

TakeoverServer 2 steps in
Keeps in sync:MySQLOther databasesFoldersWindows servers

What it is

A second server that is kept up to date

Replica is a standby server. It keeps a second server a live copy of the first: MySQL and other databases, plus the folders you choose. If Server 1 goes down, Server 2 can take over.

It is built for Windows servers, with Linux to follow later. Replica builds on the Raptool Backup engine.

  • Databases and chosen folders on both servers
  • Server 2 can take over if Server 1 goes down
  • Builds on the Backup engine
Phase 1MySQL replication, folder mirror, manual takeoverThe first step.
NextPostgreSQL and LinuxMore databases and Linux servers.
PlannedAutomatic failover with a witnessTakeover without anyone pressing a button.

What you get

Be back up before the phone rings

What Replica is built to do.

MySQL replication

Phase 1 keeps the MySQL databases on Server 2 in step with Server 1.

Folder mirror

Chosen folders are mirrored to the second server too, so files are there when you need them.

Manual takeover

In phase 1 you decide when Server 2 takes over.

Windows servers

Built for Windows servers first, with Linux later.

PostgreSQL and Linux next

PostgreSQL and Linux support come next.

Automatic failover is planned

A witness will let Server 2 take over by itself. This is planned for later.

How it works

Connect. Copy. Take over.

How Replica works once your servers are connected.

Connect the servers

Point Replica at Server 1 and Server 2, and choose the databases and folders to keep in step.

Keep a live copy

Replica keeps Server 2 a live copy of Server 1, using the Raptool Backup engine.

Take over

If Server 1 goes down, Server 2 takes over. In phase 1 this is done manually.

Who it is for

For businesses that cannot stop

When the server is down, work stops. Replica is for the day that happens.

Businesses with one key server

Add a second server that can carry on.

Operations that run all day

Warehouses and logistics where a stopped server stops the floor.

IT admins

A takeover plan that does not start from a restore.

MySQL users

Databases kept in sync on a second Windows server.

FAQ

Replica questions, answered

What is Replica?

A standby server. It keeps a second server a live copy of the first, MySQL and other databases plus chosen folders, so Server 2 can take over if Server 1 goes down.

What is in phase 1?

MySQL replication, a folder mirror and manual takeover.

Which systems does it support?

Windows servers. Linux comes later, and PostgreSQL is next after MySQL.

Does it fail over automatically?

Not in phase 1. Automatic failover with a witness is planned for later.

How is it related to Raptool Backup?

Replica builds on the Raptool Backup engine.

Get a server that is ready to step in

Replica is coming. Tell us about your servers and we will talk about what you need.

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