A binary backup (the .backup file) is a full snapshot of the entire router database. It is best used for on the exact same piece of hardware.
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If you restore this to a different model, the MAC addresses will conflict, and the interface names (like mikrotik backup restore better
If you are upgrading to a new model or replacing a failed unit, the text-based command is the only reliable method. MikroTik community forum disaster recovery A binary backup (the