Linux

Once you have received confirmation that your CrashPlan account has been configured, download the installer here: 

1. Extract the .tgz downloaded above
2. Launch your Terminal, and cd to the extraction folder (/Downloads/crashplan-install by default)
3. Run 

   sudo ./install.sh

4. Follow the prompts to complete the installation
   • Enter /usr/local for the parent directory for the CrashPlan installation
5. Once the install is complete, you will be prompted for your username, and the CrashPlan server.
   • Username: your NetID
   • Server: clients.us1.crashplan.com

     

6. You will then be directed to a UCSB NetID sign in portal to complete your authentication.
7. CrashPlan will re-open and automatically start backing up your PC. 

   

• Backups automatically include your entire user directory.