Cloning a Database in Onyx Cloud

Cloning a database allows you to create an exact replica of your existing database. This is useful for testing, development, or creating backups.

Introduction

Cloning a database involves duplicating all its data and configurations to create a new, independent database. This guide will walk you through the steps to clone a database using the Onyx Cloud Dashboard.

Pre-requisites

Before you begin cloning a database, ensure you have the following:

  • An active Onyx Cloud Database account.
  • Access to the database you wish to clone.
  • Sufficient permissions to perform cloning operations.

Cloning Process

Follow these steps to clone your database:

1

Access the Database Management Page

Log in to your Onyx Cloud Dashboard and navigate to the Databases section.

Databases Section
1

Select the Database to Clone

From the list of databases, click on the button Manage Database for the database you wish to clone to open its details page.

Select Database
3

Initiate the Clone Action

In the General Info tab, locate the Clone button and click on it to start the cloning process.

4

Configure Clone Settings

A modal will appear prompting you to configure the clone settings. Provide the necessary details:

  • New Database Name: Enter a unique name for the cloned database.
  • Region: Select the region where you want the cloned database to reside.
  • Configuration Settings: Adjust any specific settings as needed.
Clone Settings
5

Confirm and Start Cloning

After configuring the settings, click the Clone Database button to initiate the cloning process. A confirmation message will appear once the process starts.

6

Monitor Cloning Progress

Navigate to the Deployments tab to monitor the progress of the cloning operation. Once completed, the cloned database will appear in your list of databases.

Next Steps

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