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A question came up during a recent customer demo of Veeam I was hosting == Is a snapshot enough for a backup or do you need an actual backup. My answer was you should have both. In this post, we'll break down exactly what snapshots and backups are, where each excels, where each fails, and how Veeam ties them together into a strategy that actually protects you. Some will say snapshots are good enough. Others will say they're a disaster waiting to happen. The truth, as usual, is somewhere in between — but with an important nuance: "snapshots and backups are not the same thing, and you need both."Misunderstanding the difference between these two technologies has led to real data loss events at real organizations. What is a Snapshot?A snapshot is a "point-in-time capture of a storage state". It records the state of a VM, volume, or dataset at a specific moment — not by copying all the data, but by tracking *what has changed* since the snapshot was taken.Most snapshots work using one of two

Special thanks to our dear Veeam Support Team Members Cosmin Ciobanu and Marius Nita for the following trick! Veeam Support is _always_ looking for ways to make everyone’s lives easier.Currently, to generate an HTML report for many sessions at once you need to go to the Session tab in the UI and ctrl / shift + click on desired sessions; not always convenient, and for Transaction Log backup sessions in particular you may have hundreds (if not thousands) of sessions.With Powershell and a bit of prep work, you can do this automagically: Preparatory Step:From a Windows-based backup server, copy the following filesCopyC:\Program Files\Veeam\Backup and Replication\Backup\SessionReport.xsltC:\Program Files\Veeam\Backup and Replication\Backup\SqlSessionReport.xsltto the following path on the machine where you will generate the report with Powershell:Windows:C:\Program Files\PowerShell\7\Linux:/opt/microsoft/powershell/7/Both xslt files should be in the powershell/7 directory. Then run the foll

Hi All,  Has anyone seen hotadd Linux (Rocky 9.7) VM proxies go sideways and not mount after upgrading to v13? I also added a new v13 appliance proxy and the result were the same. Changing transports to net work fine. On this client side logging it shows: Error: Access to [/dev/sdb] is denied.Failed to check whether access to path is grantedFailed to open disk for write.Failed to download disk 'snapshot-909174XXXX'. CC tenant job logging has: <842>    Info (3)    Skipping VcdDatastore (VcdRef=[urn:vcloud:datastore:GUIDXXXXXX], Name=[*CLIENT_DS*]) because it does not have valid underlying vCenter resources VCSA 8.3VCD 10.4xVBR 13Rocky 9.7 latest Kernel.  We have a Sev1 open but its currently pending logging reviews.  

Hello everyone,After upgrading Veeam Backup & Replication from version 12.3.2.4165 to 13.0.1.1071, we also upgraded Veeam Plug-In for Microsoft SQL Server using the ISO 13.0.1.1071, which installed Veeam Plug-In version 13.0.1.180.The upgrade process completed successfully without any visible errors.However, after the upgrade, SQL Server backups are no longer running successfully.All SQL backup jobs are now failing with the following error:Error: [Microsoft][ODBC Driver 17 for SQL Server] Database is invalid or cannot be accessed Before the upgrade, backups were working correctly with no issues.Has anyone experienced a similar issue after upgrading to Veeam 13?Any suggestions on what to check would be greatly appreciated.Thank you in advance for your help.

Hello everyone,I would like to get some advice regarding the optimal Veeam architecture for a two-site environment.Infrastructure Hyper-V environment Two locations: Vienna Novi Sad Sites connected with 1 Gbps IPSec tunnel Repository available in both locations Current components: Backup Server Hyper-V hosts acting as on-host proxies Repository Vienna Repository Novi Sad Current designRight now the backup jobs run like this:VMs from both locations → backup to Vienna repositoryThen we run Backup Copy jobs from:Vienna Repository → Novi Sad RepositoryThis means that VMs located in Novi Sad follow this path:Novi Sad VM → Vienna Repo → Backup Copy → Novi Sad RepoSo effectively the data crosses the WAN twice.ExampleVM located in Novi Sad: Backup goes NS → Vienna Backup Copy goes Vienna → NS ObservationDuring the first full backup we see relatively low throughput (~7 MB/s) and Veeam reports Network bottleneck.This is expected since the traffic goes through an IPSec tunne

Hello,I have to configure S3 Wasabi for the first time and I would like to be sure about the configuration.I will use it as backup copy repository with immutability.1) I create the bucket on Wasabi with versionning + object lock enabled2) I create a policy on Wasabi based on https://helpcenter.veeam.com/docs/backu ... positoriesI need the policy "Immutability Enabled and Helper Appliance Configured Beforehand" right ?How could I limit the policy only to the bucket "backupbucket" ? Because if I understand correctly, the policy in Veeam documentation has permission on all buckets.3) I create a new user and assign the policy4) I create the repository to veeam and set the desired immutability.I think I need some help on part 2 to be sure the user can only write to the "backupbucket".Thanks for your help

 Original post: Veeam Plug-in for HPE Morpheus VM Essentials Explained - CloudnRoll Veeam and HPE are further strengthening their partnership, with many new features and integrations expected in 2026.Veeam introduced a new native integration plug-in for HPE Morpheus VM Essentials (VME). It´s currently in beta version, with general availability anticipated shortly. This new plug-in provides hypervisor-based image-level backup for virtual machines (VMs) running on HPE Morpheus VM Essentials, ensuring secure and reliable protection for a wide range of workloads.Next, the architecture of the Veeam Plug-in for HPE Morpheus VM Essentials, the installation steps, and the backup/restore configuration process are presented.  Architecture The architecture of the Veeam plug-in for HPE Morpheus VM Essentials (VME), shown in the previous figure, consists of two key componentsThe plug-in module deploys natively on the Veeam Backup & Replication server without requiring a separate virtual applian

Trying to get Veeam Agent for Windows to run, installs without error using:VeeamAgentWindows_13.0.1.1009.exeI get the following error when trying to run anything…Could not load file or assembly 'System.Diagnostics.EventLog, Version=8.0.0.0, Culture=neutral, PublicKeyToken=cc7b13ffcd2ddd51'. The system cannot find the file specified.I installed .net 8.0.24, here’s the list of runtimes…C:\>dotnet --list-runtimesMicrosoft.AspNetCore.App 8.0.24 [C:\Program Files\dotnet\shared\Microsoft.AspNetCore.App]Microsoft.NETCore.App 8.0.24 [C:\Program Files\dotnet\shared\Microsoft.NETCore.App]Microsoft.WindowsDesktop.App 8.0.24 [C:\Program Files\dotnet\shared\Microsoft.WindowsDesktop.App]After installing the runtimes, I’ve removed the agent software, rebooted, reinstalled but the same issue continues.Anybody have any ideas?

Hi,Do we need to open ports manually on every vm acting as backup proxy,gateway server,mount server vm for dell dd(backup repository) and vbr server when these vms are in vcenter added in vbr infrastruxture along with other vms who will be backed up.customer has fortinet firewall installed in their environment.they have to use dell dd for backup jobs and tape for archiving.

Hello,Using Veeam 365 community edition, backing up our Sharepoint site always end with warnings of: Processing site: https://**********.**** completed with warning: Failed to backup item version: /********/********/********/.****, version: 2.0, Download timeout exceeded (last error: Unable to read data from the transport connection: An existing connection was forcibly closed by the remote host..). All retry attempts failed. Re-run the backup job to proceed. Total count of failed items: 17The file it stops on changes each time and the number of files, still backs up most data but it is never fully successful. We have 20 backup applications, the backup is running and downloading data but it’s average processing rate is only around 500kbpsAnyone else seen this, what other logs to check in Veeam or Office 365 or a fix? Running version 8.3.0.2201 P20251212 

Running Veeam agent for Linux, v. 6.3.2.1207_x86_64. OS is Mint MATE 22.  Been making weekly backups for a year or more, just now trying a test recovery on spare computer- loaded some files, ran b/u to ext. drive, deleted files.  Have Recovery Media on stick, using steps in user guide.  All good thru several menus until “Mount Local Disc” which brings up a menu “Select Local Disc” but there are no items from which to select.  Backup drive lights up, so recognized by system.  What am I missing?  

As we know VMCE will be retired and VMCA was retired, so anyone know what the new certication path now?

Hi teamCan someone shed some light on this and how best to go about it.We have Nutanix cluster A and Nutanix cluster B.VM have been moved from cluster A with Nutanix Move, which creates a new VM on cluster B and syncs data. My guess is that it creates a new UUIDThere is an existing backup to a Wasabi Repo from cluster A.How can I re-create/re-point the backups that are on the repo so that the copied VM on cluster B can continue to use the backups already there?I am not so sure if there is a remap function for this. I also cannot add vm from the new cluster to the existing job as it only allows me to select existing one. It appears that you select cluster first when creating the job.My guess is I may have to create a new job and let old one age out?

I have company policy to not use port 80 and i can see Veeam GatewayAPI was listen on port 80.Can we change this port?  

Hello everyone,We have some old tape backups in the VBR software under “Backups”.We would like to delete them (or at least remove them from the view) but I can't find an option to do this.This backup was on old tapes and this tapes are no longer available.Can you help me further? Otherwise I ll open a support ticket.Thanks.

 Veeam Pulse allows administrators to create and manage licenses through a centralized and streamlined workflow. The process typically involves accessing the Pulse portal, generating a new license based on the required product and subscription parameters, and assigning it to the appropriate customer or environment. Once created, the license can be downloaded or automatically synchronized with Veeam products, ensuring proper activation and compliance. This approach simplifies license lifecycle management, reduces manual errors, and provides clear visibility over usage and entitlements. This is the error you receive when using a licence in legacy format.Veeam Software Appliance does not support legacy-format rental licenses. Enable your account to login on Pulse system Veeam ProPartner Portal Login click on LOGIN to VCSP PULSE Select Software LicenseThe complete list of your licences will appear.Request New LicenseEnter your company or customer detailsIf you need to create a new company

We've been running the Framework in corporations throughout the year.In this post, I'll share with you the main results and how this initiative has encouraged teams to work together to achieve the highest possible compliance. In early January, we started using the Assessment provided by Veeam. In our client base and new logos. Today, at the end of October, we've already surpassed 50 clients, guided by scope of work, documentation, numerous meetings, and excellent commercial results. After the Framework round, we typically move on to a series of Scope of Work and Commercial MovementThis has been quickly moving customers, distributors, manufacturers, and partners, and it's being treated with priority, according to projects already underway within organizations. Yet another reminder that backup, often seen as a dull necessity, once again proves to be the unsung hero when it matters most. Reviewing the model without governance Remembering that governance was the last tower added to the Fra

Hey all,I'd like to share an experience I encountered with one of my clients who uses the Virtual Lab functionality to test their backups.Problem:Suddenly the SureBackup starts to fail. When the SureBackup job launches, it fails during VM registration with vCenter Investigation:My virtual labs are properly set up in Veeam and the association with the ESXi is OK. As a reminder, a Virtual Lab must be assigned to a unique ESX host. If you move the Virtual Lab Vm to another ESX, your jobs will failed. On the vCenter side, all virtual labs are presents in their respective folder.But I noticed that the Resource pools are all missing.My client is using DRS in his Vmware infrastructure, I asked him if DRS has been disabled recently and the answer was : YES!Impact when DRS is disabled:As resource pools are a bit of DRS functionality, they are deleted when DRS is disabled.Solution:You may turn off vSphere DRS for a cluster.If you disable vSphere DRS, the resource pools are removed from the clust

I have been looking forward to testing Veeam Data Cloud for quite some time. I first discussed it during the Veeam Summit in Berlin (2024) and again in Prague (2025). Today, I finally have the opportunity to experience it firsthand. Thank you very much @Karinne B. Veeam Data Cloud is a comprehensive Backup-as-a-Service (BaaS) platform that provides cloud-native data protection for modern workloads. Unlike the self-managed Veeam Data Platform, this SaaS offering includes the backup software, infrastructure, and storage in a single package. I have previously discussed Why you should back up Azure, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365, and some deployment options. Please, see the belowToday, I bring you a guide on “A-Z on Veeam Data Cloud: Workload Enrollment and Onboarding”. 

A number of clients have recently approached me for guidance on including Veeam in their tender specifications. Below is a summary of the key competitive advantages of the Veeam Data Platform to highlight in tender submissions. I hope you find this information useful. Supported Source Data PlatformsVMware, Microsoft Hyper-V, and Proxmox VE – Supports agentless backup, enabling data backup without deploying proxy software on virtual machines or hosts. Databases – Supports backup for databases such as MSSQL, MySQL, and others. NAS – Supports NAS backup and recovery with: Complete and permanent incremental backup Data deduplication (including deduplication rate) Browse-based recovery Remote replication Microsoft 365 (Email) – Supports backup for Microsoft 365 email data.Security & Compliance FeaturesSupport immutable storage to prevent virus tampering and deletion of stored data. The Root/Administrator account cannot access, browse, or delete the RAID, LVM, file system, or disk wh

Veeam Data Platform Advanced and Premium Editions give organizations powerful tools to document and report on their environment. This includes gathering data around capacity planning, protection policies, and performance insights. By utilizing this functionality, teams gain visibility into their data protection environment to help maintain security, achieve consistent compliance, and improve operational efficiency.The latest release of the Veeam Data Platform brought major updates to Veeam ONE’s reporting capabilities. By delivering a faster, more interactive experience, reporting within the platform has become more modern, moving away from traditional SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) to HTML5-based reporting. You will see this experience with Veeam Data Platform and Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 reports.This modernization is accompanied by a new PostgreSQL-powered Veeam ONE Reporting Database designed to accelerate large report generation. Reports that used to take hours to gener

 Veeam 13 offers new option to add as backup component into Veeam infrastructure with service account. If you are missing windows component and you would like to use same method as connection between appliances. Then this method is the right one.Method is described in KB. Let’s go how to achieve that step by step: Deployment kit is downloaded from windows Veeam 13 console. Here looks downloaded package.Installation from PowerShell, locally on windows server.Adding windows server via deployment kit = certificate Process is very easy and do not require service account for connection between other backup components in Veeam backup environment.Now you can use windows server as managed server in your Veeam backup environment. 

Over the last decade, ransomware attacks have changed dramatically. What once was a simple malware encrypting user files has evolved into a business-driven cybercrime model. Today, attackers think strategically, move laterally, and aim directly at what truly hurts an organization: its ability to recover. To understand how to defend modern environments, we must first understand hacker thinking. This means looking at attacks from the attacker’s perspective — how they enter, how they move, and how they decide when an attack is successful. More importantly, it means understanding why backup infrastructure has become a primary target, not an afterthought. How Hacker Thinking Has Evolved Over Time In the early days, ransomware attacks were opportunistic. Attackers relied on phishing emails, weak passwords, and unpatched systems. Once inside, they encrypted whatever they could access and waited for payment.However, modern hacker thinking is very different.Today’s attackers are patient. They d