Use the Backup Server dialog to create a plain-text script that will recreate the selected server. You can use the pgAdmin Query Tool to play back a plain-text script, and recreate the server.
Use the fields in the General tab to specify the following:
Move switches in the Miscellaneous box to specify the type of statements that should be included in the backup.
Click the Backup button to build and execute a command based on your selections; click the Cancel button to exit without saving work.
If the backup is successful, a popup window will confirm success. Click Click here for details on the popup window to launch the Process Watcher. The Process Watcher logs all the activity associated with the backup and provides additional information for troubleshooting.
If the backup is unsuccessful, review the error message returned by the Process Watcher to resolve any issue.