Best Practice Detail

13-9-0603

Network Operators, Service Providers, and Public Safety should establish policies and procedures that outline how critical network element databases will be backed up onto a storage medium (e.g., tapes, optical diskettes) on a scheduled basis.

Status: Rollover New

References/Comments: Examples of network databases include router configurations, digital cross connect system databases, switching system images, base station controller images. These policies and procedures should address, at a minimum, the following: Database backup schedule and verification procedures; Storage medium standards; Storage medium labeling; On site and off site storage; Maintenance and certification; Handling and disposal.

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Network Operators
Service Providers
Public Safety
Cable
Internet/Data
Satellite
Wireless
Wireline
Network Operations
Policy
Procedures
CSRIC VII: Rollover New In CSRIC VII