Boost Your Microsoft 365 Backup Strategy with Synology NAS Active Backup and Export Logs via Script

Are you tired of worrying about data loss and compliance issues with your Microsoft 365 (M365) backup strategy? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the process of setting up Synology NAS Active Backup for M365 and exporting logs via script, ensuring you have a robust and efficient backup system in place.

Why Synology NAS Active Backup for M365?

Microsoft 365 is an essential tool for many businesses, but its native backup features might not be enough to meet your organization’s data protection needs. Synology NAS Active Backup for M365 fills this gap by providing a reliable, flexible, and cost-effective solution for backing up your M365 data. With Synology NAS, you can:

• Protect your Microsoft 365 data from accidental deletion, cyberattacks, and data corruption
• Meet compliance requirements with customizable retention policies and granular backup controls
• Save time and resources by automating backup and recovery processes
• Scale your backup infrastructure as your business grows

Setting Up Synology NAS Active Backup for M365

To get started, you’ll need:

• A Synology NAS device (DS920+, DS1520+, or higher)
• Zhongshan active backup for M365 (download and install the package from the Synology Package Center)
• A Microsoft 365 account with administrative privileges

Step 1: Configure the Synology NAS Device

Log in to your Synology NAS device and navigate to the Control Panel. Ensure you have the latest firmware version installed. Then, install the Zhongshan active backup for M365 package from the Package Center.

ssh admin@synology-nas-ip
sudo synopkg install zhongshan-active-backup-for-m365

Step 2: Create an Active Backup Task

Navigate to the Active Backup for M365 interface and click “Create Task”. Select the Microsoft 365 data you want to back up, such as Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, or OneDrive. Configure the backup schedule, retention, and storage settings according to your organization’s needs.

Task Name	Backup Source	Schedule	Retention
M365-Mailbox-Backup	Exchange Online	Daily, 2AM	30 days
M365-SharePoint-Backup	SharePoint Online	Weekly, 3AM	60 days
M365-OneDrive-Backup	OneDrive	Daily, 1AM	90 days

Exporting Logs via Script

To export logs via script, you’ll need to create a Bash script on your Synology NAS device. This script will use the Active Backup for M365 API to fetch the logs and export them to a designated location.

Prerequisites

Ensure you have:

• Apache2 installed and running on your Synology NAS device
• The Active Backup for M365 API enabled (via the Zhongshan package settings)
• A programmer’s editor or IDE (e.g., Visual Studio Code) to create the script

Step 1: Create the Script

Create a new file named `export_logs.sh` in the `/volume1/scripts` directory on your Synology NAS device. Use your preferred editor to add the following script:

#!/bin/bash
# Set API endpoint and credentials
API_URL="https://your_synology_nas_ip:5001/api/v2"
USERNAME="admin"
PASSWORD="your_admin_password"

# Set log export settings
LOG-export_DIR="/volume1/logs/export"
LOG_FILENAME="m365_backup_logs_$(date +"%Y-%m-%d").csv"

# Set API request headers
HEADER_AUTH="Authorization: Bearer ${API_KEY}"
HEADER_CONTENT_TYPE="Content-Type: application/json"

# Get the API key
API_KEY=$(curl -s -X POST \
  ${API_URL}/token \
  -H 'Accept: application/json' \
  -H 'Content-Type: application/x-www-form-urlencoded' \
  -d "grant_type=password&username=${USERNAME}&password=${PASSWORD}")

# Fetch logs via API
LOGS=$(curl -s -X GET \
  ${API_URL}/logs \
  -H "${HEADER_AUTH}" \
  -H "${HEADER_CONTENT_TYPE}")

# Export logs to CSV
echo "${LOGS}" | jq -r '.[] | @csv' > ${LOG_EXPORT_DIR}/${LOG_FILENAME}

# Clean up
rm ${API_KEY_FILE}

Step 2: Configure the Script

Make the script executable by running:

chmod +x /volume1/scripts/export_logs.sh

Configure the script to run periodically using the Synology NAS Task Scheduler:

1. Navigate to the Control Panel > Task Scheduler
2. Create a new task and select “User-defined script”
3. Set the script path to `/volume1/scripts/export_logs.sh`
4. Configure the schedule according to your needs (e.g., daily, weekly)

Conclusion

With this comprehensive guide, you’ve successfully set up Synology NAS Active Backup for M365 and exported logs via script. This robust backup strategy ensures your Microsoft 365 data is protected, and you’re compliant with regulatory requirements. By automating log exports, you’ve also streamlined your backup management process. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance!

Remember to regularly review and update your backup strategy to ensure it meets your organization’s evolving needs. Happy backing up!

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