To create a backup server for a MySQL database, you can follow these general steps:

1. Set up a secondary server: Prepare a separate server or machine that will act as the backup server. Ensure it meets the hardware and software requirements for running MySQL.

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3. Install MySQL: Install MySQL on the backup server using the same version as the primary server. You can follow the official MySQL installation documentation for your specific operating system.

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5. Configure replication: Configure the primary server and the backup server for database replication. MySQL provides various replication methods, such as Master-Slave replication or Group Replication. Choose the appropriate replication method based on your requirements. Here's a high-level overview of the process for Master-Slave replication:

   a. Edit the MySQL configuration file on the primary server (my.cnf or my.ini) to enable binary logging. Add the following lines under the [mysqld] section:

   server-id = 1
   log-bin = /path/to/binlog
   

   b. Restart the primary server to apply the configuration changes.

   c. On the backup server, edit the MySQL configuration file to configure it as a slave. Add the following lines under the [mysqld] section:

   server-id = 2
   replicate-do-db = your_database_name
   relay-log = /path/to/relaylog
   

   d. Restart the backup server to apply the configuration changes.

   e. On the backup server, connect to the MySQL command line and execute the following commands to set up replication:

   STOP SLAVE;
   CHANGE MASTER TO
     MASTER_HOST = 'primary_server_ip',
     MASTER_USER = 'replication_user',
     MASTER_PASSWORD = 'replication_password',
     MASTER_LOG_FILE = 'log_filename_from_primary',
     MASTER_LOG_POS = log_position_from_primary;
   START SLAVE;
   

   Replace the placeholders with the appropriate values specific to your environment.

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7. Verify replication: Check the replication status using the SHOW SLAVE STATUS command on the backup server. Make sure there are no errors and the replication process is running successfully.

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9. Test failover: Simulate a failure of the primary server to verify that the backup server can take over as the primary server. Disconnect the primary server from the network or stop the MySQL service. Update your application's configuration to point to the backup server for database connections.

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11. Monitor and maintain: Regularly monitor the replication status, backup server health, and perform routine maintenance tasks, such as monitoring disk space, checking logs, and applying necessary updates.

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Please note that this is a high-level overview of setting up a backup server for a MySQL database using replication. The exact steps may vary depending on your specific environment and requirements. It is recommended to refer to the official MySQL documentation for detailed instructions and best practices regarding MySQL replication.