FreeSBC Maintenance Guide
This articles shows different procedures for maintaining your FreeSBC.
FreeSBC Verification
FreeSBC Server Replacement
Backup your system configuration
If this is a 1+1 system, before Proceeding with the procedure, it is wise to backup your configuration. Please follow this link: Backup procedure
Note: The database backup should be done and stored in a safe place regularly
Setup a new FreeSBC
Install a FreeSBC using one of the following methods: FreeSBC Installation
If the same product key is used, it needs to be reset - please contact TelcoBridges TB Support
Replacement of a standalone FreeSBC
Go through the initial configuration and select "This unit is deployed as a stand-alone unit"
If the configuration database is available, restore it on the system: Restoring Database Procedure for v2.8 and up
Otherwise you will need to reconfigure the system: FreeSBC Configuration
Replacement of a Primary FreeSBC
Go through the initial configuration and select "This unit is deployed as part of a redundant system", select "The primary unit" and "Get configuration from a secondary unit"
Replacement of a Secondary FreeSBC
Go through the initial configuration and select "This unit is deployed as part of a redundant system" and select "The secondary unit". It will automatically get the configuration from the primary unit.