What happens to your AI environment if hardware fails?

Hardware fails. The question is not whether, but when. A good AI environment is prepared for it. This article explains how backups work at Voltti, what we test during recovery, and what you can do to prepare.

AI backup and recovery
Backup and recovery: prepared for hardware failure.

How backups work at Voltti

Encrypted backups go daily to a separate location in your network, never to the node itself. That means:

  • The backup is not on the same system as the environment

  • The backup is encrypted, so the data is not readable even if the storage is compromised

  • The backup includes projects, configuration, and the knowledge base

What we test during recovery

An untested backup is not a backup you can rely on. Voltti periodically runs a recovery test to check whether we can restore the entire environment from the backup, whether projects and configuration are complete, and whether Hermes works properly again after recovery.

What you can do yourself

First, make sure the backup location is reliable: a NAS, an external drive, or another server in your network. Discuss backup frequency with Voltti, and request a recovery test periodically if you want extra assurance.

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Seppe Gadeyne

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    Frequently asked questions

    01How often are backups made?

    Daily, encrypted to a separate location in your network. The frequency can be adjusted.

    02Where are the backups stored?

    At a separate location in your network, not on the node itself. That could be a NAS, an external drive, or another server.

    03Can we request a recovery test?

    Yes. Voltti runs recovery tests periodically, and you can always request one if you want assurance.

    Questions about backup and recovery?

    Discuss your pilot