TSM Backup Service: Register For a TSM Account
Below are the steps for registering for a TSM Backup account.
Step 1: Get an MIT certificate if you don't already have one.
Step 2: Decide:
- if you want to do your backups manually or if you want them scheduled and done automatically for you.
- which service level you want.
Step 3: If you are using VMware, learn about TSM on a Virtual Machine.
Step 4: Have the following information handy:
- SAP Cost Object or your Student ID for the $15.00 charge if you choose the Standard service.
- Hostname of the machine
Step 5 : Register for your TSM account.
You will receive an email with the information you need for your next steps to start the backup process.
IS&T Service Desk
Monday-Friday
Telephone/Online: 8am - 6pm
Walk-In (N42) 9:15am - 5pm
Web: IS&T Service Desk
Email: computing-help@mit.edu
Phone: 617.253.1101

