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NetBackup bprd
NetBackup bprd is a key daemon within the Symantec (formerly VERITAS) NetBackup suite, responsible for managing backup, restore, and policy operations. The bprd process listens on TCP and UDP port 13720 to facilitate communication between NetBackup clients, media servers, and administration tools, supporting enterprise-grade data protection and recovery across various environments..
The NetBackup bprd service acts as the primary request daemon in the Symantec NetBackup architecture, coordinating connections and commands between clients, media servers, and master servers. It processes requests for all backup, restore, catalog, and scheduling operations, making it integral to the overall management of backup workflows.
Operating over TCP and UDP port 13720, bprd is responsible for interpreting commands from NetBackup client agents and administrative consoles. It validates requests, authenticates users, and brokers communication between different components, ensuring data is correctly handled according to defined backup policies, retention schedules, and resource management parameters.
Due to its central role, the bprd daemon requires consistent connectivity and appropriate resource allocation. In complex enterprise environments with high backup volumes, careful performance tuning and monitoring of bprd can be necessary to optimize throughput, reduce bottlenecks, and ensure dependable data protection operations.