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NAKIVO Backup and Replication Sensor

The sensor integrates with NAKIVO Backup & Replication by polling its REST API. It collects repository state, backup storage usage, and job/task statistics to monitor system health and performance.

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What It Does

The NAKIVO Backup and Replication Sensor enables NetCrunch to monitor the operational state of a NAKIVO Backup & Replication system. It provides:

  • Real-time visibility into backup job execution (running, failed, stopped)
  • Status and capacity of backup repositories
  • Backup storage usage trends
  • Current task queue status

This sensor is critical for ensuring that backup operations remain healthy, reliable, and within capacity.

Why It Matters

Backups are the last line of defense against data loss. Issues like failed jobs, corrupted repositories, or full storage can silently compromise recovery capabilities. This sensor helps to:

  • Detect critical issues before backups fail
  • Monitor resource usage trends (repository and storage)
  • Alert on operational degradation (e.g., repository in invalid state)
  • Maintain readiness for disaster recovery

By actively polling the NAKIVO system, NetCrunch ensures consistent visibility without relying on external triggers or agents.

How It Works

Integration Model

NetCrunch acts as a polling client, regularly sending REST API requests to the NAKIVO server. The sensor does not require any agents or NAKIVO-side configuration beyond API access.

  • Protocol: HTTPS
  • Port: 4443 (default)
  • Authentication: Username and password required
  • Data Source: NAKIVO’s REST API

Collected Metrics

  • Repository

    • Health status (e.g., valid, invalid)
    • Capacity (total and free)
    • Free space percentage

  • Job Statistics

    • Number of jobs currently running
    • Number of failed jobs
    • Number of stopped jobs

  • Backup Storage

    • Used vs. free space
    • Trend tracking (via data collectors)

  • Task Queue

    • Count of pending tasks
    • Execution load indicators

Default Alerts

The sensor includes key predefined alert triggers:

  • Repository free space < 10%
  • Some jobs failed
  • Repository is in invalid state

All alert thresholds are customizable and can be extended via standard performance/event conditions in NetCrunch.

Data Collectors

To support historical reporting and analysis, the sensor enables:

  • Backup Storage Report
  • Task