To restore PowerFlex Manager from a previous backup, the customer should select the Restore option from the Serviceability page in PowerFlex Manager. This process is outlined in the Dell PowerFlex Manager documentation and involves the following steps:

Login to PowerFlex Manager GUI: Access the PowerFlex Manager user interface through a web browser.

Navigate to Serviceability: From the dashboard, navigate to the Serviceability page.

Select Restore: On the Serviceability page, locate and select the Restore option.

Provide Backup Details: Enter the necessary details of the backup file that you wish to restore from, such as the filename and location.

Test Connection: Before proceeding with the restore, perform a test connection to ensure that the backup file is accessible.

Initiate Restore: Once the test connection is successful, initiate the restore process.

The restore operation will then proceed, and upon completion, PowerFlex Manager will be restored to the state captured in the backup file. It is important to follow the instructions carefully and ensure that the backup file is correct and not corrupted to avoid any issues during the restoration process1.

This answer is verified as per the Dell PowerFlex Design documents, ensuring that the information provided is accurate and aligns with the official guidelines for restoring PowerFlex Manager from a backup1.