Running a backup to create an alternate type of recovery point

Last published : Apr 02, 2026
You can use Run Backup With Options to run an existing drive-based backup but create an alternate type of recovery point.
Note: Using this option does not change the original settings of the defined backup. To do that, you must open the backup and edit its settings manually.
To run a backup with options
  1. On the Tasks menu, click Run or Manage Backups.
  2. In the Run or Manage Backups window, select the drive-based backup job that you want to run.
  3. On the Tasks menu, click Run Backup With Options.
  4. On the Run Backup With Options panel, select the appropriate options.
    Note: Depending on the current state of the backup, one or more options might be disabled. For example, if you have not yet run the backup, you cannot selectIncremental recovery point of recent changesbecause the base recovery point is not yet created.
    Incremental recovery point of recent changes Creates a backup that includes the changes that were made to the drive since the last backup. This option is available only if a base recovery point exists.
    New recovery point set Starts a completely new recovery point set and creates a base recovery point.
    Independent recovery point Creates an independent recovery point, which is a complete snapshot of your entire drive. After you select this option, you must enter a backup location.
    Folder Indicates the location where you want to store the recovery point.
    Browse Lets you browse to locate a backup destination that you want to use.
    Browse for OpenStorage Destination Lets you browse to select a cloud storage destination that you want to use for backups.
    See OpenStorage destination options for backups .
    Description Details Displays the type of destination path. If you add a network path it also displays the user name.
    Edit Lets you enter the user name and password for access to the network that is specified in the Folder field. This option is available only if you selected a backup destination that is on a network. Or, if you want to save the recovery point on a network share.
    See Rules for network credentials .
  5. Click OK to run the backup job and create the recovery point type you selected.
More Information
Editing a backup schedule
Editing backup settings