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Hi All,I look for confirmation if Veeam B&R supports backups of SQL Encrypted databases on a Always ON environment. This with standard backup (vmware agent less) and via a a job with the windows agent both with application awarness.Thanks,Benny

Hi Not sure if this is the right place I have tried R&D forums.I use Veeam for Windows free backing up endpoints to NAS drives.I have a clients endpoint that's has been running fine for a long time but now gets stuck at 40% and in the end fails with Application Failed. Its stuck in backing up the C driveI have tried all the obvious, updated to latest, reinstalled, deleted job and recreated the database but still seeing the issue. Run chkdsk not issues with diskAnyone seen this before?

Hi all,I’m getting the above error trying to install components on my managed physical server for Veeam 12.3 . I proceeded to manually mount the iso on that server and install the components myself, but still getting the error. I’ve checked and the Remote Procedure Call (RPC) windows service is running fine.Installed the Veeam VSS Hardware Snapshot provider and checked the Registry - all present.Checked logs for the transport service at ‘C:\ProgramData\Veeam\Backup\Svc.VeeamTransport.log’ on the managed server, and seems to connect fine with agent. Did a configuration backup and performed a clean install of the backup server as some other posts suggested but still getting the error.Not sure if a clean install should be done on the managed server as well.. but not sure what else to try either. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.   

Hi, running my normal weekly backup and came cross this: 7/31/2025 5:08:20 PM :: Error: Cannot process pending I/O request (offset: 453659656192, size: 65536): async reader terminatedCorrupted block processing thread failed unexpectedlyFailed to upload disk. Skipped arguments: [EmulatedDiskSpec>];Agent failed to process method {DataTransfer.SyncDisk}.Exception from server: Cannot process pending I/O request (offset: 453659656192, size: 65536): async reader terminatedUnable to retrieve next block transmission command. Number of already processed blocks: [429608].Failed to download disk '63d26504-899c-457e-bc3d-6e4f5ca89f35'   How can I tell which disk has the error.  I listed all by disks by GUID and none matches 63d26504-899c-457e-bc3d-6e4f5ca89f35 Thank you, Henry

Hello, Thanks,I did a fresh install of VBR on a new machine, using freshly downloaded, latest .iso i did a succesful agent backup of MACH94. Then I tried to agent backup SERVER02 and that failed. “5/28/2024 6:08:33 PM :: Error: The specified path is invalid. Error: in [VctSetCtStorePath] at step [3] Agent failed to process method {VeeamVolumeCt.SetUserStorePath}“  

Hi everyone,I'm facing an issue while restoring Jenkins data using Veeam. Specifically, when I try to restore the config-history folder (which contains Jenkins configuration history), the restore fails. However, if I attempt to restore a smaller subset of data, it completes successfully.Details: Veeam version: 12.3.2 Backup type: VM-level Error message/log snippet: a connection attempt failed because the connected party did not properly respond after a period time, or established connection failed because connected host has failed to respond Veeam Support - Case # 07775632Has anyone encountered this before? Could it be related to file size, permissions, or something else?Thanks in advance!

HelloHelloI'm trying to make a proxmox backup for a cluster in a POCFresh install of Veeam with latest patchfresh install of proxmox 8, with latest patch (experimental, no subscription)I created the pve proxies with a user as I found in the Veeam documentationhere is the "config"as root on pve shell useradd svc-prx-veeampasswd svc-prx-veeamnano /etc/sudoers.d/veeamadd these linessvc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/sbin/dmidecode -s system-uuidsvc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/bin/kvm -S *svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/bin/qemu-img info *svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/bin/qemu-img create *svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/sbin/qm create *svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/sbin/qm ^showcmd [0-9]+ --pretty$svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/sbin/qm ^unlock [0-9]+$svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/bin/socat ^TCP-LISTEN:[0-9]+,bind=127\.0\.0\.1 UNIX-CONNECT:/[a-zA-Z0-9_./-]+$svc-prx-veeam ALL=(root) PASSWD: /usr/bin/mkdir -p /var/lib/vz/snippets/svc-prx-vee

Hi, I was not able to make a comment on the NFR Thread - so I had to create a new. Im a VMUG member and have introduced Veeam to a number of customers and I’m running it in my homelab on NFR licenses. 20 VMs is a challenge as I have over 100 VMs but now I’m protecting the 20 most critical. Just recently i decided to use Veeam for my Fileshare as well as this would allow me to easilly create a cloud backup job (S3) as well as a tape job (I have an LTO-6 FC tape in the lab) However its not clear how Fileshare licenses is done, I assumed one Fileserver was one workload - but after I created one and copied 3TB or so of data I could no longer run any additional jobs. This was strange as my intention was to have a few fileserver backup jobs where secondary jobs would kick in - some fileshares would get an S3 copy, some would land on tape and so on. The license says (500G) and I have 6 instances, does this mean 3TB of data? Thanks.  

Dear all,I'm currently encountering an issue with one of our backup jobs affecting approximately seven virtual machines. Each of them fails with the following error:<vmname> : Failed to perform backup: Failed to clear resources from previous backups To troubleshoot, I created a new backup job for one of the affected VMs, but the error persists.From the log file, the relevant entries are:2025-07-31 09:31:07.4637 00220 [10420] ERROR | [TaskServiceClientExtensions]: Failed to await the Backup task 2f17d6a2-be43-41b9-bcb5-eddebf091271: Veeam.Communication.TypeProvider.Invoke.RpcCallException: Failed to perform backup: Failed to clear resources from previous backups2025-07-31 09:31:07.4637 00220 [10420] ERROR | [TaskServiceClientExtensions]: at VCF.RuntimeAssembly.Proxy.5ba0c407-17f5-4d21-966b-1a42e64ddb07.AwaitTask(Guid)2025-07-31 09:31:07.4637 00220 [10420] ERROR | [TaskServiceClientExtensions]: at Veeam.Vbf.Project.Utilities.Extensions.TaskServiceClientExtensions.AwaitTask(S

Hi all,I've written and tested a PowerShell script to harden a standalone Windows Server 2025 machine running Veeam Backup & Replication, based on the CIS Benchmarks (Level 1 & 2). I’m sharing it here in case it helps others — feedback is welcome!What the Script DoesThis script configures the server securely without breaking core Veeam functionality. It includes: Account Policies: Max password age, complexity, and lockout thresholds (CIS 1.1.x, 1.2.x) Guest & Anonymous Access: Disabled for better baseline security Audit Policy: Enabled for all major categories (CIS 17.x) Unneeded Services: Disabled (safe defaults — e.g., Print Spooler, Xbox services) Windows Defender: Hardened settings with MAPS Advanced, PUA protection, etc. Firewall Configuration: Enables Windows Firewall with a default deny-inbound policy Allows Veeam ports: TCP 6160–6162, 445 (SMB), 135–139 (RPC) Blocks inbound RDP (port 3389) entirely (as this is often a target surface) SMB Pr

When I try to upgrade from 12.2.0.334 to 12.3.1.1139, we receive the error "An error has occurred: The system cannot open the device or file specified." We are waiting for your help on the subject.  

Hi allI was wondering if it is possible to create a backup job of a VM, without having access to the VM Host Server. I have installed Backup & Replication on the VM client itself, connected a backup repository, but when I try to create a backup job, it asks for the IP and admin credentials of the VM Host. Thanks for your help

Hi,  I do a Backup from a Phyiscal Maschine and try do restore it by Veeam Backup and Replication. Of course the PMaschine has 8 Cores, the proxmox SVR just have 4 Cores. I got the error message “Failed to reach the hypervisor. Error output: MAX 4 vcpus allowed”. Is there any solution? I have no possibility to change the vm config bevore create.  Thanks for any help.

Hi all,We are currently facing an issue during the installation of CDP (Continuous Data Protection) in our vSphere 8.0.3 environment. Setup: Hosts are updated exclusively using offline ISO images ISO files are internally validated and approved via change control Online depots are completely disabled vLCM is configured with only our custom HPE ISO (VMware-ESXi-8.0.3-24674464-HPE-803.0.0.12.1.0.11-apr2025.iso) vCenter version: 8.0.3 Hosts affected: esxi03.cloud.local (and others) Problem:When attempting to install CDP, remediation fails with the following error: Host 'esxi03.cloud.local' was not processed, the reason: 'Failed to validate the checksum of VIB 'http://hostupdate.vmware.com/software/VUM/PRODUCTION/addon-main/addon/HPE/vib20/qfle3/QLC_bootbank_qfle3_1.4.51.0-1OEM.700.1.0.15843807.vib', because the computed checksum differs from the expected one stored in metadata. Make sure the specified VIB is NOT corrupted and the expected checksum stored in metadata is correct.'

Hello Veeam Community!As many of you know, I’m a huge fan of the community and love following all the awesome content you share. I’ve noticed that outdated Veeam logos or visuals sometimes pop up, so to help everyone stay up to date and keep things fresh and professional, I wanted to share where you can find the latest Veeam brand assets that you can use whether you’re publishing videos, posts, or articles on our blogs. We all loved the old logos, but yes, we are moving forward and modernizing not just our products but also our image. Here are some examples of the old logos you DO NOT want to use if you want to keep your communication fresh and modern. And this is our new, fresh, and cool example of the logo you would like to use. 😎 Where to Find Updated Veeam Brand AssetsJust visit the Veeam Brand Space and explore all the available resources. 😊This portal is your go-to source for everything you need to bring the Veeam brand to life, and find helpful guidelines for using all brand e

Hi Team,I have two servers with 100TB each with windows server operating system using as a file servers. one is acting as a primary servers and second is acting as a secondary server by using native replication. Now I wanted to add a third server with 200TB acting as a backup server.Can this can be achieved with the 1 pack of VUL of VDP??Many Thanks-Siddhartha 

Does it make sense to use a separate vCenter with one ESXi host for SureBackup, or can SureBackup be configured on the production vCenter, just using a dedicated ESXi host for SureBackup?

After the latest FW/Software update on our Exagrids, veeam started trying to use the management network for backups. I was told be exagrid support that veeam tries to use any available address and thus was grabbing an address that was not configured for backups on the Exagrid. How to I use network traffic rules to force Veeam to use a specific network?Bogus IPs for this discussionVBR server is running on 192.168.30.xExagrids are running on 172.16.30.x 

We back up to disk then duplicate to tape for offsite storage. Not quite ready for cloud backups yet. I am wondering if anyone has any experience with Quantum LTO-9 tape drives with Veeam backup. I have quotes for two models. TD-L92BN-AR and TD-L93CN-AR. Thanks.

Hi Everybody,a Customer of mine posted the following in R&D forum because we have some issues with his M365 Backup. They have a Case open since May adressing this issue but there is only litte to none progress. I thought that maybe anybody here might had a similar issue in the past and maby even a solution or workaround:We’re currently facing a critical issue involving both Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 and Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR), and we’re hoping to hear from others who may have encountered something similar.Background: After restoring Office files (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) — whether from Veeam Backup for Microsoft 365 or via VBR from local backups — the files can no longer be opened. They appear to be corrupted, even though they were fully functional in their original state on SharePoint or in the file system. Restoring to different SharePoint sites or local paths didn’t help. One notable detail: the restored files are smaller in size than the originals.Suspected C

Hi all, I hope you’re well,I require assistance in sizing the backup repository storage capacity for a VM workload running on vSphere with approximately 14 TB of source data. The backup repository well be hosted on a deduplication appliance either Dell EMC Data Domain or ExaGrid.The backup policy includes:7 daily incrementals5 weekly full backups 6 monthly full backups With offloading to azure blob storage cool tier and subsequently azure archive tier.Could you help calculate the actual storage capacity required on the support this retention policy, considering deduplication and compression ratios best practices?

HelloI have 4 VM on 4 different physical servers with Veeam Backup&Replication community edition v12.1.56.In my system, I have a VM under debian 12 which is used as Postfix SMTP relay for all my servers. Internally, everything goes through port 25 and all my servers send mail to this relay without identification or password. The relay then sends everything to my dedicated office365 mailbox.In less than 1 day, 2 of my Veeam VMs stopped sending me mail.So every time I run the test mail, I get the message: Unable to connect to SMTP server because of invalid credentials or connection settings.I've compared the smtp configuration with that of the 2 servers that are still working, apparently I haven't seen any anomalies and everything is identical. Even firewall configurations are perfectly identical between servers:SMTP Server (Basic authentication)SMTP server: IP of my SMTP serverFrom: mail address of my server adminTo: my mail addressport 25timeout 100000The only difference is that th

I have an infrastructure operating on a Nutanix Cluster and Prism Element, and I have integrated it with VEEAM Backup. I possess a socket-based license for VEEAM, and the cluster appears online in VEEAM. There are about 15 VMs in my infra, and I have set up a job to back up all the VMs which are within the cluster, I start the job and observed that it is not utilizing the socket license. Instead, it's recognizing an instance-based approach and only backing up a few VMs, with the rest displaying a license overutilization error. Can any one let me know How Nutanix works with VEEAM, is it a socket based license or instance based license only.

I have one Veeam job to backup my VM with only selected disk selected and this job already runing for several months and the full backup size is 30TB. The retention for this job set to 2 days.Last friday i remove 3 HDDs from the Veeam Job and this 3 disks exclusion have capacity 8TB.Today i check why the full backup still 30TB and not decreased even 3 disks already take out from the job?