20. Best Practices and Tips

Change all default passwords after deployment. Set hostname and IP per site policy.

Keep BIOS/OS and drivers updated. Monitor system health and logs.

Pre-format LTO-9 tapes for best performance.

Regularly back up database and config. Group media logically for efficient management.

Test backup and restore procedures regularly.

Store backups offsite or in a secure, redundant location.

Automate and monitor backup jobs for failures.

Document your backup and recovery process for your team.