Pushing NetBackup clients out via ssh method, or sftp method.

Problem

To install or upgrade NetBackup clients where normal methods are not feasible. Is it possible to use SSH or SFTP?

Solution

Yes, there is a script in /usr/openv/netbackup/bin called install_client_files, which can be invoked to push out client installations using SSH, or SFTP.

Examples:

1. Command to update all clients:
   • /usr/openv/netbackup/bin/install_client_files ssh ALL
      
2. Command to update a client named client1:
   • /usr/openv/netbackup/bin/install_client_files ssh client1
      

Other transports are also available and can be identified by running the commands below:

install_client_files -? ... OR ... install_client_files -help
Not enough arguments.

usage:  /usr/openv/netbackup/bin/install_client_files sftp client_name|ALL user_name
        /usr/openv/netbackup/bin/install_client_files ssh client_name|ALL

Reference: Veritas NetBackup™ Installation Guide...

1. Installing client software with the ssh method
2. Installing client software with the sftp method