Test-BackupIntegrity

Synopsis

Validates the integrity and completeness of backup files and archives.

Description

This script performs comprehensive integrity testing of backup files including checksum verification, archive validation, and restoration testing. It ensures backup files are reliable and can be successfully restored when needed, which is critical for enterprise data protection strategies.

Syntax

.\Test-BackupIntegrity.ps1 [[-BackupPath] <String>] [[-TestType] <String>] [-GenerateReport] [-EmailResults] [-FixCorruption] [<CommonParameters>]

Parameters

-BackupPath

Path to backup files or directory to test for integrity.

-TestType

Type of integrity test to perform (Quick, Full, Deep).

-GenerateReport

Creates detailed integrity test report.

-EmailResults

Sends test results via email to administrators.

-FixCorruption

Attempts to repair minor backup file corruption when detected.

Examples

Example 1: Full integrity test with report

PS C:\> .\Test-BackupIntegrity.ps1 -BackupPath "C:\Backups" -TestType "Full" -GenerateReport -EmailResults

Notes

  • Author: Enterprise Automation Team
  • Requires: PSAdminCore module, backup file access permissions
  • Performance: Deep testing may take significant time for large backup sets
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