Using a 10-User Jira Server instance as a backup for a 250-user server instance

[m.kitavujja]

Hello,

is it possible to use a 10-User JIRA server instance as a backup/repilca of a 250-User server instance?

We would be using it as a backup (and/or archive) for our projects, schemes etc. but not for our user directory, because in case of a breakdown, its more important for us to keep the data rather than all users. Also pricewise it would be attractive.

thanks in advance!

Michael

[Nic Brough -Adaptavist- · Accepted solution]

No.  This will not work the way you would like it to.

But, there is a far better option.  You can create a standby for production Jira using your "development" licence.  This matches your production licence (250 users), and has several uses, including backup/failover/standby servers.  Go to your "my.atlassian" account, find your current licence and look beneath it for a "developer licence" link.

[m.kitavujja]

Hi Nic,

thanks for your answer.

Is a development licence included when purchasing your jira server instance or must it be purchased separately?

thank you for your advice!

[Nic Brough -Adaptavist-]

It is included in your commercial licence.

[m.kitavujja]

Thanks for your help! :)

[Anurag Jalan · Accepted solution]

Yes, using developer license is the best option. However, do note that the instance using developer license is not meant to be used by end users. This should be used for backup/ standby/ patching etc.

[m.kitavujja]

Thank you for your help! :)