Genie-Soft Backup Solution Company :: Discover Genie Backup Manager

Resource Friendly. Clear Backup procedure
Save CPU and memory GBM comes with a new non proprietary 64-bit zip engine that compresses and encrypts all in one. This light-weighted zip engine works with less CPU and memory resources than most compression engine. You can also control backup performance for less resource usage during backup without interruption. During virus scans or computer slowdowns, you can pause or snooze backups to run after this resource consuming process finishes.


Browse the internet and backup Backup to FTP and Online optimizes bandwidth usage for smooth internet browsing. However, if you need to heavily use your internet, you can perform bandwidth throttling to limit how much bandwidth GBM uses to backup to GBM’s secure offsite storage. Or limit bandwidth when backing up to your FTP.


Save Energy Ever left your computer open during backup and found it the next day on? With Power options you can set to logoff, hibernate, suspend or shutdown your computer when backup completes. You can even navigate to that option through the system tray agent; GBMAgent and quickly run a backup set it to shutdown without the need to open the main program. If your backup fires off when staying late at work, you can simply disable power options or change the setting during backup. Laptop running batteries will stay running as you can set the option not to start the backup if the computer is running on batteries.

Easy to use. No need to be an expert
Clear Backup procedures GBM’s simple fresh look makes it user friendly and easy to use. With its wizard based interface, you can easily go through the steps of creating a backup without the hassle and Quick help can be found on each wizard page for guidance. Easily access many backup functions using GBM Agent that installs in the system tray without the need to open the program. Backup and Restore by a simple double-click Run your backups using shortcuts created on the desktop. Moreover, you can create self-restorable backups, where you can restore with absence of GBM, or simply double-click the backup file to restore your data. Backup what you need To simplify things, GBM scans your system for important data, including emails, photos, media, Windows settings, Favorites… now there is no need to search for the important data, GBM finds it for you.
Familiar data selection interface Folder and file selections in GBM are in Windows Explorer style making it easy to select files and folders for backup, plus you can double click any file or folder to open or run, and find out folder/file properties. Also GBM gives you a dynamic data selection size estimate to know how much data you are backing up.

Genie Drive. Your local access
Have access to files and folders saved in your online genie drive space from My Computer. View your Genie Drive from your desktop and easily add files to your online space. Take advantage of the simplicity of using the drive and gaining access of simple windows functions such as copy and paste. You can also use drag/drop feature to add files to your Online Space using virtual Genie Drive.

Fast Backup/Recovery. Why wait?
On the fly backup Mirroring and incremental backups are executed swiftly with on the fly with enhanced and smart indexing of files based on timestamp comparison instead of traditional archive bit comparison that may lead to missed files in backup. Backup is performed is a swift compression engine that compresses data and encrypts all in one. Backup and restore what you need With GBM, you can select the data needed to backup and restore using simple file/folder selection or directly search the catalog and extract that important file you accidently deleted instantly.

Leave the dirty work on GBM You don’t need to be a computer wiz to restore your outlook emails as GBM automatically recreates profiles, restores email accounts, signatures and outlook settings. All programs and program settings can be instantly restored Windows settings, favorites, and much more! GBM automatically restores your user profile without the hassle of user input; whether it is your Outlook data, windows favorites or music playlists GBM can restore all your data in the right places and regenerates your playlist in the same order you backed it up from even if music is restored to a different location.

Secure. Your data deserves it
Put a stop to unauthorized access Now you can rest at ease and not have to worry of unauthorized access. GBM supports AES encryption where you can choose from 128-, 192-, and 256-bit encryption methods that are sufficient to protect Governmental documents. For simpler options, you can take advantage of the zip password protection feature. Prevent disasters from reaching your data Not only is your data secure locally; but if you wish to perform online backup and keep data out of harms way, GBM provides multilevel online security using 128-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) for data transmission and AES encryption as well.

Backup locked & open files. Backup while working
Ensure business continuity There is no need to run backups at the middle of the night and close all your applications and files open for backup, with the fully integrated Open File Backup component leveraged with the latest Volume Shadow Copy Framework (VSS) GBM can backup open files and locked files without interruption. Backup open network files With the Open File Backup agent, an additional add-on, you can backup locked and open files over the network and even if they are being changed, GBM will take the latest file changes.

Robust. Rock-solid backups
When connection fails, GBM doesn’t GBM provides reliable backup even after connection failure, whether backing up to network locations, FTP, External drives, or Online. After connection failure, GBM automatically resumes backup. When backing up network locations, and if they are unavailable at time of backup, GBM detects missing backup drives and reports them in backup log. If you have an unstable connection Backup transfer method can be the solution, creating the backup on local drive and then sending it to the destination.


Backups you can count on Verify your backups for a successful restore, with Post backup verification to hard drives, network locations, and removable media with bit-by-bit verification or Cyclic Redundancy Check (CRC). GBM automatically pre-verifies backups to Online, FTP, and tape to ensure successful restoration of data. Perform reliable CD/DVD backups with BURN proof Technology, CD/DVD backup simulation before committing to disc, and burning verification for successful CD/DVD backups with the latest Sonic® engine. If you lose a disk of your backup or got corrupted, you can always convert the backup archive to a standard Zip file and restore your data. Tape recovery can also be performed with on-demand Tape Recovery Utilities customized for the user. To save all the hassle with hardware failure, you can also backup to our secure and reliable offsite storage; Genie Online Backup.

Reporting. The plain truth
Keep track about your backup anywhere Set email notification to track your backups and see the status of your backup, by attaching the backup log. Reduce number of logs sent by specifying to only send if error occurs. Use Genie mobile to view the latest backup summary of your online backup from your mobile.


Keep track of your backed up data With Logs Manager, you can track all your backup logs and view all backed up files from detailed tab. Analyze Backup status of your latest backup from GBM Agent or open GBM to view the backup summary of the latest backup directly from the main page.

Online Backup. Never know what can hit you

Tight integration with GBM
GBM offers the complete backup solution with tight integration of Online backup in the same backup wizard of other backup devices; simplifying the whole backup experience. You can also manage or request for an online backup account directly from the software from Online Backup Management; which also provides easy access and auto synchronization to data backed up or uploaded to your online account.

Maximum Security
You can backup to Genie-soft’s secure offsite storage with multi-layer security. First, Secure your backed up data with 3 levels of highly secure Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) encryption and secure the data transmission communication layer using 128-bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL). Login passwords are always sent encrypted whether secure transmission is selected or not.

Save Space and time
Backup online with on the fast incremental and mirroring with highly compressed backup before uploading to Genie servers. Restore your backups in an instant with bulk-level download, instead of the traditional file by file download.

Disaster Recovery. Be Ready

Simple to create
With GBM and thanks to the latest disaster recovery technology; Microsoft Windows Preinstallation Environment (Windows PE) 2.0, GBM can perform fast Disaster recovery for all supported platforms, including Windows Vista, without the need of Windows Setup CD/DVD or serial number. Wizard base backups and walkthroughs provide clear steps on how to perform the job and all important data will be automatically included in backup.

Flexible
You can perform your disaster recovery job to multiple hard disks, removable disks, or CD/DVDs using multi-drive spanning and auto disc spanning. Perform the job with or without compression, secure disaster Recovery backup with 3 levels of AES encryption or zip password protection. You can also secure your mission critical data by creating disaster recovery backup job on Genie Online Backup.

Iomega® REV Support
Now you can create the Disaster recovery boot disk and backup job all on one REV disk making it easy to keep your entire disaster recovery backup on a single high capacity REV disk.

Scripting Capabilities . Add value to your backup routine
Backup your Favorite Programs and settings Download Plugins from the 350+ free plugins database to backup your favorite programs and program settings. Create your own plugins with the easy to use plugin creator and share them with all other GBM users. You can also request plugins and the Genie staff will create the plugin for you.


Create Backup jobs with scripting Create backup jobs with XML tags based scripting; GRunScript, deploy them to other users and simply run them manually or automatically. Scripting is also supported when backing up to Genie Offsite storage (Genie Online Backup)

Express Search . Can’t find that file?



No need of backup media to view backup contents In GBM, you can view your backed up files without the need of the actual backup media to read from using the Catalog feature. The Catalog is organized by backup job and run and you can view all files, new files, modified files, and deleted files. Extract or run files directly from catalog instead of going to the restore Wizard. Advanced search and filter output, by name, size, or date modified makes it easier to locate the specified file between all the backup runs, use wildcards if you don’t remember the exact naming of the file and GBM will search all backups

Backup Media. The complete backup solution


Backup to virtually Any Storage Device Backup to internal and external hard drives, RAID, SANs, NASs without the need to define the backup media or allocate space for backup. Span to more than one location using multi-drive spanning, or use multiple removable drives and don’t worry if the USB disk is on a different drive letter, Genie USB Locator will automatically find it for you. If you are a traditional tape backup person, GBM supports all SCSI and IDE interfaced tape drives, and also enables you to backup offsite using Genie Online Backup or FTP locations. With the latest sonic burning engine enhanced, backup your data to CD-R, CD-RW, DVD±RW, DVD±R, DVD RAM, Blu-ray, High definition (HD) discs or directly backup to CD/DVDs using packet writing support.


Iomega® REV Support Iomega® REV backup users can now control REV settings directly from GBM, from controlling write and access protection, automatically erase disc before backup, to ejecting REV disk after backup. GBM also supports creating disaster recovery Bootable REV disk and disaster Recovery job on a single REV disc.

Storage Optimization. Make the most out of what you have
Save space Little short in storage? With GBM you can increase the 10 levels of compression or purge old backups. Mirror and incremental backups is also a great option to backup changed files and also limit how much space you wish to backup on each media by using fixed split size.

SQL Server. No more hassles *Only available in GBM Server
Simplification is the key Why hassle with hard to setup backup routines when GBM automatically connects and populates your SQL databases and Backup multiple SQL databases in a single backup routine with the latest API technologies for SQL. The Backup procedure does not require complicated scripts or complicated component registration.
Implement your backup strategy easily GBM is now enhanced with Continuous Data Protection (CDP) that enables constant protection of your SQL databases, while keeping Single Level Protection (SLP) for fast one backup type routine. CDP enables users to automatically run multiple backup types of a single job during the day depending on their backup strategy with no hassles and also limits the number of backup sets created to save space and for more reliance.

MS Exchange. Why complicate backups? *Only available in GBM Server
It’s that simple! Exchange Backup with GBM does not require any additional hard-installing components. With GBM you can backup multiple storage groups in a single backup job. The whole backup is wizard oriented in a simple and clear fashion with no additional scripts.
Multiple Protection Levels GBM is now enhanced with Continuous Data Protection (CDP) that offers constant protection of your Exchange databases, by rotating the backup types of exchange data and Limit backup sets monthly, weekly, daily, and even recurring in the same day! Single Level Protection offers single type backup for your exchange server, offering flexibility to the backup routine.

Data. Backup what you need, not what’s forced upon you

Personal Profile
Each user in Windows has a personalized profile to meet their taste. Backup your personal windows configuration including your tailored visual appearance, keyboard and mouse preferences, desktop wallpapers, as well as power and connection settings. Include your personal fonts and windows favorites. In addition, GBM lists all files present on the user desktop and documents folder.

	Mail Backing up your mail and mail settings couldn’t be easier. In fact, GBM automatically detects your Outlook (2000-2007), Outlook Express and Windows Mail profiles where you can easily select what to be included. You can also include your address book contacts.

Media and Images
Each person has a taste in music; include your personal playlists and music files on your system. Looking to backup photos of you and your loved ones? Genie Backup Manager scans your system to locate any image file and allow you to select what you need all in one place.

	Files and Folders Got business documents and personal information on your drives? Need to backup the company database located across the network? Genie Backup Manager uses windows explorer style file/folder selection to allow you to easily navigate through your system and select needed data.

Application Settings
Why settle for less? With GBM, you can backup almost any data on your system regardless of type, size or location. To backup application files and settings, GBM offers plugins for specific applications installed in your system. Why reinstall and go through the hassle of reconfiguring the application to your personal style? Backup your financial databases, audio visualizations, game saves and desktop enhancements from the 100s of FREE Plugins offered on our site.

Flexible. Backup with style


Need more? Want more from your backup? Looking to backup hidden network locations or auto span your backups to multiple locations or media? Want to perform actions prior to your backup with pre and post commands? Genie Backup Manager can do all this and more. With its flexible features, you can do almost anything for your backup. Filter your selections using multiple options, either by file name, size or date, or backup your data using the any one of the four backup methods.


Move your data anywhere If you want to restore your data; but wish to place them in a specified folder with or without the original structure or you hope to salvage your data to their original path after a new system installation; GBM can do just that..


Save Energy Ever left your computer open during backup and found it the next day on? With Power options you can set to logoff, hibernate, suspend or shutdown your computer when backup completes. You can even navigate to that option through the system tray agent; GBMAgent and quickly run a backup set it to shutdown without the need to open the main program. If your backup fires off when staying late at work, you can simply disable power options or change the setting during backup. Laptop running batteries will stay running as you can set the option not to start the backup if the computer is running on batteries.

Automatic Backups . Let GBM do the job for you
No need for backup babysitting You don’t need to be on your machine to run a backup. That’s because GBM supports scheduled automatic backups when logged off. Whether a novice or advanced user; GBM has a solution for all presenting users with the basic or advanced schedule options. Customize Data Protection Schema You know best how imported and how frequent your data changes, now you can customize your backups to run, every minute, hour, daily, weekly, monthly, or just for one time. Rotate between different backup types for reliable backups and control how many backup versions you need in an easy to use scheduling interface.