Resolution: One can either use repository manager to export the instance, or use repository export command alone to export, or use Designer's repository finder function to export the instance, and keep it as a back up file. The 5.0 release will support version control so the regular backup is less of an issue.
Issue/Introduction
In general, how to back up repository instances?
Environment
Product: TIBCO Repository
Version: 4.1.2
OS: All
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