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Backup Credentials

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TrueNAS stores cloud backup services credentials, SSH connections, and SSH key pairs configured using the widgets on the Backup Credentials screen. Users can set up backup credentials with cloud and SSH clients to back up data in case of drive failure.

Backup Credentials Screen
Figure 1: Backup Credentials Screen

The Backup Credentials screen displays the Cloud Credentials, SSH Connections, and SSH Keypairs widgets.

Click Add on the widget for the type of credential to add to open that configuration screen.

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  • Cloud Credentials Screens: Provides information on the Cloud Credentials screens and settings.

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      BackupCredentialsAllCloudSSH— title: “SSH Screens” description: “Provides information on the SSH Connections and SSH Keypairs screens, widgets, and settings.” weight: 20 tags:

      • ssh
      • credentials
      • key pair
      • key pairs

      The Backup Credentials screen displays the SSH Connections and SSH Keypairs widgets.

      You must also configure and activate the SSH Service to allow SSH access.

      SSH Connection and Keypairs Widgets

      The SSH Connections and SSH Keypairs widgets display a list of SSH connections and key pairs configured on the system.