Remove volumes

*Removing* a [Volume|Volumes] will remove the Volume configuration from this Server Backup without deleting it. All backed up data will remain on the disk and the Volume folder is kept. Removing a volume is useful when you need to transfer it between machines. After being removed on one Backup Manager, it can be imported on another. See [Import existing volumes].

Follow the instructions below to remove a volume in Server Backup.

1. In the Main Menu, click *Settings* and then select *Volumes*. The Volumes screen displays.

3. Confirm your request to remove the Volume by clicking *Remove* in the displayed confirmation window.

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If your volume has any Disk Safes attached, a warning message will display. Click *Yes* to detach the Disk Safes from the volume before removing the volume.
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4. A success message displays after you remove the volume. Click the *OK* button to continue. The volume has been removed, and will no longer display on the _Volumes_ screen.

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