How do I use Arrow Object Storage for Backup with Rubrik
Using Arrow Object Storage with Rubrik
Integrating Arrow Object Storage with Rubrik Cloud Data Management provides an efficient and scalable way to extend your backup storage into the cloud. By using Arrow’s S3-compatible platform as an archival target, organizations can offload cold data, reduce on-premises storage costs, and increase data durability.
Key Requirements
- A configured Rubrik cluster (physical, virtual, or cloud-based)
- Arrow Object Storage endpoint, access key, and secret key
- A dedicated S3 bucket within the Arrow storage environment
Configuration Overview
1. Configure Archival Location in Rubrik
- Navigate to Settings > Archival Locations
- Select Amazon S3 Compatible as the archival type
- Provide the Arrow Object Storage endpoint, credentials, and bucket name
2. Assign the Archive to SLA Domains
- Edit or create an SLA Domain in Rubrik
- Assign the newly added archival location and configure data retention policies
- Define how long to retain data locally before offloading to Arrow Object Storage
3. Security & Network
- Ensure HTTPS is enabled for secure communication
- Validate firewall rules and network routes to Arrow's object storage endpoint
4. Monitoring
- Use Rubrik’s dashboard and reporting features to track archival status and storage usage
- Set alerts for failed archival jobs or capacity thresholds
Benefits
- Seamless integration via Rubrik’s native S3-compatible archive support
- Cost-efficient long-term storage for infrequently accessed data
- Simplified management with policy-driven automation
For technical details and integration steps, refer to the official documentation:
Link to Rubrik