Newbie guide how to Backup a Dreambox - Full instructions

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DishDick

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Below is a complete method of backing up a Dreambox and copying to another box. I know it has been detailed before, but I found most instructions incomplete for a novice like me so thought this might be of help to some others.

To make a full backup of Dreambox
Go into Telnet via Flashwizard (communications)
Type catdev/mtd/3 > /tmp/backup.img
Wait
Go to Dreambox Control Center
Click on FTP
Go into tmp
Left click on backup file
On right-handside of screen bring up directory you want it saved in on computer.
Click transfer icon

To Restore Dreambox/ Set up new box with existing data
Go to Dreambox Control Center
Click on FTP
Copy the backup file from the pc to the tmp file on the Dreambox
Go intoTelnet via Flashwizard (communications)
Type cd/tmp && eraseall /dev/mtd/3 && cp backup.img /dev/mtd/3&& reboot
Turn TV onto Dreambox and see if Dreambox reboots within 4/5 mins
If file not updated retype cp backup.img /dev/mtd/3 && reboot
 
Nice one, Dick, will add this to the guide :)
Does this work for all types of Dreambox (Enigma 1, 2)?
 
No problem, maybe someone else will know. Lets wait and see :)
 
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