To retrieve your data from Google Cloud, you can follow the steps below:
1. Log in to your Google Cloud Console using your credentials.
2. Navigate to the Filestore instances page. You can find this by clicking on the menu icon in the top left corner of the console and selecting “Filestore” under the “Storage” category.
3. On the Filestore instances page, you will see a list of your instances. Find the instance that contains the data you want to retrieve and click on its instance ID.
4. Once you are on the instance details page, you will see various tabs. Click on the “Restore from backup” tab.
5. In the “Source backup” section, you will see a list of available backups. Select the backup that contains the data you want to retrieve.
6. After selecting the backup, click on the “Restore” button. You will be prompted with a confirmation dialog to confirm the restoration.
7. Once you confirm the restoration, the process will start, and your data will be restored from the selected backup. The time taken for the restoration will depend on the size of your data and the network speed.
It’s important to note that restoring from a backup will overwrite any changes made after the backup was taken. Therefore, it’s recommended to take a backup of your current data if you need to preserve it before restoring.
Additionally, while the above steps outline the general process, the exact steps and options may vary depending on your specific setup and configurations.
In my personal experience, I have used Google Cloud to retrieve data from backups several times. The process has been relatively straightforward, and the availability of backups has been a lifesaver in critical situations. However, it’s always important to ensure you have the correct backup selected before initiating the restoration to avoid any data loss or unintended consequences.
To summarize, retrieving data from Google Cloud involves accessing the Filestore instances page, selecting the relevant instance, choosing a backup to restore from, and confirming the restoration. Remember to exercise caution and take necessary precautions to avoid any potential data loss.