This option is effective only if you set up replication or retention rules for the backups.
This option defines a time period when starting replication or applying retention rules is not allowed. The operations will be performed when the inactivity time ends, if the machine is powered on at that moment. The operations that had started before the inactivity time began continue without interruption.
The inactivity time affects all locations, including the primary one.
The preset is: Disabled.
To specify the inactivity time, select the Do not start replication/cleanup within the following time check box, and then select the days and the time period during the day.
Usage example
You may want to use this option to separate the backup process from replication or cleanup. For example, suppose that you back up machines locally during the day and replicate the backups to a network folder. Make the inactivity time contain the working hours. Replication will be performed after the working hours, when network load is lower.