Possible to "clone" a server (not just move it)

[ChuckPa]

Yes. it’s very easy to clone.

So easy that you can get yourself in trouble

Linux Tips has the answer

Linux Tips

Backup, Restore, or Clone your PMS installation Backing up your PMS data involves the same steps you’ll need if you were to clone your PMS and take to a new computer, reinstall the operating system, or just want a backup for safe keeping. Making the Backup (General Steps) Stop PMS Invoke the root shell Create the backup image Copy the image to the new system, perform your OS reinstallation, or whatever task you need Restoring a backup image (General Steps) (Re)install PMS itself if on a ne…