Backup Client Release Notes (Windows)

Release Version 9.2.0.835

Improvements

• Restrictions were removed that prevented certain large files from being backed up.
• The threading mechanism was optimized to enhance performance and efficiency in data operations.
• Files with missing chunks are now automatically repaired when possible.

Bug Fixes

• Unnecessary files were removed to prevent the drive from reaching capacity.
• An issue was resolved that caused the Next button to briefly appear when the installer is re-run.
• An issue was resolved that caused an unresponsive Close button to appear on the "Install Complete" modal.
• An issue was resolved that caused the app to freeze and display an error when logging in with a single-sign on (SSO) account.
• An issue was resolved where selecting the wrong SSO caused the client to time out.

Release Version 9.1.0.833

Improvements

• The process to check for existing installations was improved to prevent corrupt installations.
• The Windows Backup Client installer was enhanced with performance and reliability optimizations for smoother installations and upgrade and downgrade experiences.
• Various security improvements were made to the Windows Backup Client installer.

Bug Fixes

• An issue was resolved that caused an unnecessary Windows User Account Control (UAC) modal to appear when auto-updates are enabled.
• An issue was resolved that caused errors when installing the Windows Backup Client for Groups.
• An issue was resolved that caused the Windows Backup Client installer to fail when used with Microsoft Office 365 Single Sign-On (SSO).
• An issue was resolved that caused an installation to fail on systems that do not use C: as a boot drive.
• An issue was resolved that caused an error to occur when a custom installer was already used or expired.
• An issue was resolved that caused the Backup Client to freeze and display an error during installation when logging in with an SSO account.
• An issue was resolved that prevented the Backup Client from installing when a gift code was used.

Release Version 9.1.0.817

Improvements

• Improvements were implemented to strengthen the Windows Installer, laying the groundwork for a future installation.
• cURL version 8.9.1 is now supported.
• The "Skipped Files" process was enhanced for better performance and more efficient file handling.
• The Backup Client was upgraded to support OpenSSL v3.3.2.

Bug Fix

• An issue was resolved that caused the Backup Client to crash when the number of top-level directories exceeded 200,000 entries.

Release Version 9.0.2.801

Bug Fix

• An issue was resolved where files were prematurely expunged before the license expired.

Release Version 9.0.2.789

Improvements

• Improvements were made that enhanced security.
• Improvements were made to error messages to provide more information during installation.

Bug Fixes

• A problem with the installer, where it would become unresponsive, was resolved.

Release Version 9.0.2.783

Improvements

• Notifications and the process for handling the end-of-life status of an installed Backup Client version were improved through various enhancements.

Bug Fixes

• The correct version history is now displayed in the Control Panel after a Backup Client upgrade.
• An upgrade link now appears so a user can upgrade to “Forever” version history.
• Version History text and stats persist after upgrading the Backup Client.
• Non-functional updates were made to the Computer Backup Installer.
• Help Center text and a link was added to the Backup Client Control Panel for Windows 11.

Release Version 9.0.1.777

Improvements

• A Show Password button is now displayed on the “Private Encryption Key” window. The warning message text was also updated.
• The process for handling the end-of-life status of an installed client version was improved through various enhancements.

Bug Fixes

• Files that contain a resource fork no longer fail when scheduled for backup.
• Version History settings are now retained after an “Inherit Backup State” is completed.
• Additional SHA-1 checks were implemented to prevent corrupted backup files before uploading to servers.
• If a large file existed that required making a full copy of that large file to back up and a user deletes that large file from their computer, a “Low on Disk Space” error is no longer returned.

Release Version 9.0.1.767

Improvements

• Restore logs dynamically update to be readable while a restore progresses.

Bug Fixes

• Log files are now removed periodically to prevent them from increasing indefinitely and filling up drive space.