Overview
Ops Manager retains snapshots for the number of days specified in the Base Retention of Snapshots (in Days) setting. This procedure changes how long Ops Manager retains one specific snapshot.
If you change the retention policy in the snapshot schedule, the new policy applies only to snapshots taken after you make the change. Existing snapshots keep their current expiration dates. Use the following procedure to change how long Ops Manager retains an existing snapshot.
Tip
To learn more about snapshot frequency, retention policies, and monthly snapshots being full by default, see Snapshot Frequency and Retention Policy.
Procedure
Choose the Expiration Date and Time for the selected snapshot.
If you want to set a specific expiration date and time:
Click the Expiration Date field. Choose a date from the calendar.
Click the Expiration Time field. Choose a time from the clock.
If you want the snapshot to never expire, click Does Not Expire.