Cannot connect to destination
Who is this article for?
Instructor, no.
Incydr Professional, Enterprise, Gov F2, and Horizon, no.
Incydr Basic, Advanced, and Gov F1, yes.
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Overview
When your device is unable to connect to a backup destination, the Code42 app displays the message “Cannot connect to destination. If the problem continues, contact your administrator or support for assistance” for that destination. Additionally, you might receive an email alert notifying you that the device “has been unable to reach any backup destinations for X Days”.
Follow the instructions in this article to troubleshoot the issue.
If the Code42 app displays messages that begin with "Archive missing," "Backup scheduled," "Routine maintenance," or "Not recognized," see Destination unavailable.
Diagnosing
If you have multiple destinations, you can identify the destination with connection problems from device details in the Code42 app. Check the circle next to the destination's name:
Indicates the destination is connected.
Indicates your device can't connect to the destination.
Indicates your device has been unable to connect to the destination for more than the number of days set in your alert preferences.
Solution
This issue can occur for a number of reasons. Follow the instructions below in the order they are presented.
Re-authenticate with the destination
Uninstall and reinstall the Code42 app
If re-authenticating with the destination did not resolve the issue, perform a standard uninstall and reinstall of the Code42 app. Uninstalling the Code42 app does not affect your existing backups.
Further assistance
If these instructions did not resolve your issue, please contact your administrator.
In rare scenarios, this issue can occur when the only files selected for backup are on an external drive that isn't currently connected to the device. Connect the external drive to resolve the issue.