How to Make a Full Backup on Merlin

Creating regular backups is crucial for protecting your Merlin setup. This guide covers creating complete system backups that include all settings, plugins, and configurations.

💾 Full System Backup

1. Go to Menu → Setup → Software Management → Backup Image
2. Select backup location (USB drive or internal HDD)
3. Choose backup type (usually "Full backup")
4. Confirm and wait for the backup process to finish
5. The backup file will be saved with timestamp

📦 What's Included in Backup

• Complete system image with all installed plugins
• All settings and configurations
• Channel lists and bouquets
• Softcam configurations
• Network settings
• Custom modifications and scripts

💡 Backup Best Practices

• Create backups before major changes or updates
• Store backup files on your computer for safekeeping
• Test restore process occasionally to ensure backups work
• Keep multiple backup versions for different configurations