How to Connect NAKIVO with GDX-Cloud

(End-User Guide with Screenshots)

This guide shows how to connect NAKIVO Backup & Replication with GDX-Cloud using S3-compatible storage.

No technical background is required.

What This Guide Helps You Do

After completing these steps, you will be able to:

  • Store backups securely in GDX-Cloud
  • Use cloud storage as a backup destination
  • Protect your data with encrypted connections

Before You Start

Make sure you have:

  • Access to your NAKIVO dashboard
  • Your GDX-Cloud credentials:
Protect Your Credentials
Do not share your access keys with anyone. They provide full access to your storage.

Step 1: Open Inventory Settings

  1. Log in to your NAKIVO dashboard.
  2. Click Settings from the left menu.
  3. Select Inventory.
  4. Click the ➕ Add button.

NAKIVO Settings - Inventory Settings → Inventory page with “Add (+)” button highlighted

Understanding Inventory
Inventory is where all storage and infrastructure connections are managed.

Step 2: Select Cloud Storage

  1. On the Platform screen, select Cloud Storage.
  2. Click Next.

Add Inventory Item - Select Platform Cloud Storage option selected

Cloud Storage Configuration
GDX-Cloud is added as cloud storage, not as a local disk.

Step 3: Select S3-Compatible Storage

  1. Choose Generic S3-compatible Storage.
  2. Click Next.

Add Inventory Item - Select Type Generic S3-compatible Storage selected

Vendor Name Display
GDX-Cloud may not appear by name. This is normal and expected.

Step 4: Enter GDX-Cloud Connection Details

Fill in the form using the information provided by GDX-Cloud.

Field Explanation

  • Display Name
    Enter any name you like (example: gdx-cloud).
  • Service Endpoint
    Example:
https://s3.gdx.datnass.com
  • Region Code
    Leave this field empty.
  • Access Key ID
    Enter your GDX-Cloud access key.
  • Secret Access Key
    Enter your GDX-Cloud secret key.

Click Connect. Add Inventory Item - Options Connection details filled in with Connect button highlighted

S3 Vendor Verification
You may see a message saying “NAKIVO has not verified every S3-compatible vendor”. This does not mean the connection is unsafe.

Step 5: Accept Security Certificate

  1. A certificate window will appear.
  2. Leave Auto accept new certificate enabled.
  3. Click Accept.

Certificate Details Certificate details popup with Accept button highlighted

Certificate Security
This certificate encrypts data between NAKIVO and GDX-Cloud.
Certificate Validation
Do not accept certificates from unknown or suspicious endpoints.

Step 6: Finish Cloud Storage Setup

  1. Confirm you see Certificate accepted.
  2. Click Finish.

Certificate Accepted - Finish Certificate accepted message with Finish button

✅ Your GDX-Cloud storage is now connected.

Step 7: Verify Inventory Item

  1. Go to Settings → Inventory.
  2. Confirm your storage appears in the list.
  3. Click Next.

Inventory - GDX Cloud Added S3-compatible storage listed with bucket count

👉 This confirms the connection was successful.

Step 8: Confirm Transporter

  1. Open Settings → Nodes.
  2. Verify Onboard transporter is listed and active.
  3. Click Next.

Nodes List Onboard transporter shown with status

Understanding the Transporter
The transporter moves data from NAKIVO to GDX-Cloud automatically.

Step 9: Confirm Repository

  1. Go to Settings → Repositories.
  2. Ensure the repository status shows Good.
  3. Click Finish.

Repositories Overview Repository listed with “Good” status

Setup Complete ✅

Your NAKIVO system is now fully connected to GDX-Cloud.

You can now:

  • Create backups
  • Store data securely in the cloud
  • Restore data when needed
  • Monitor backup status anytime

Common Questions

Is my data secure?
Yes. All data is transferred using encrypted connections.

Do I need technical knowledge?
No. This setup is designed for all users.

What if I see an error?
Double-check your access key, secret key, and service endpoint.

Support

Your NAKIVO backup infrastructure is now configured to securely backup to GDX Cloud S3 storage.