This video explains how to back up a SOLIDWORKS PDM system in three steps. First, create a full backup of the PDM database using Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio, ensuring the backup type is set to “Full.” Second, back up the PDM archives by locating their paths in the Archive Server Configuration tool and including them in your backup schedule. Finally, back up the archive server settings, which store user logins and configuration details, using the same tool’s backup settings option. These steps ensure complete protection of the database, archives, and server settings for disaster recovery or migration.