VMware Backup Configuration
How does the backup proxy handle data transfer for VMware backup?
One of the main benefits of the backup proxy is enabling LAN-free data transfer. By deploying it on a virtual machine with access to the VM disks, the proxy can retrieve data directly from the datastore in hot-add mode, bypassing the LAN. This setup ...
Can I use multiple backup proxies for VMware backups?
Yes, you can setup and use multiple backup proxies for VMware backups. Watch this video for detailed information: How to Add a Backup Proxy and Assign it to VMware Backup
How does a backup proxy improve backup performance?
When a backup proxy is deployed on a virtual machine with access to the VM disks, the proxy can retrieve data directly from the datastore in hot-add mode, bypassing the LAN. This setup enables efficient VMware backup, improving the backup ...
What is a backup proxy in VMware backup?
Backup proxy is an optional component that improves backup performance and reduces the load on the backup server. It sits between the backup server and the VMware host, handling tasks like retrieving VM data and sending it to the backup repository. ...
What is a remote proxy in VMware Backup?
Remote Proxy is mandatory for backup environments where VMware hosts (ESXi & vCenter Server) are distributed across various locations, such as branch offices, and connected to the central Backup Server via WAN. In these scenarios, Remote Proxy ...
Does BDRSuite support log truncation after backups?
Yes, BDRSuite supports log truncation for certain applications, such as Microsoft SQL Server and Exchange, after a successful backup. This helps manage log file sizes and ensures optimal application performance.
Does BDRSuite offer application-consistency for VM backup?
Yes, BDRSuite offers application-consistent VM backups (VMware Backup & Hyper-V Backup). By utilizing VSS, BDRSuite ensures that Microsoft applications such as databases and email servers are in a consistent state, preventing data corruption and ...
Does BDRSuite support VSS (Volume Shadow Copy Service) for consistent backups?
Yes, BDRSuite supports VSS (Volume Shadow Copy Service) to ensure consistent and reliable backups of your VMware virtual machines running Windows OS. VSS allows for the creation of consistent snapshots, ensuring that files and applications are in a ...
How can I ensure that my VMware Backup is recoverable?
BDRSuite ensures the recoverability of your VMware backup data through automated backup verification, which includes three essential tests: Boot Test: Verifies the entire machine's recoverability by booting it and capturing a screenshot, which is ...
How do I verify the integrity of my VMware backups?
BDRSuite ensures the integrity of VMware backups through automated backup verification, which includes three essential tests: Boot Test: Verifies the entire machine's recoverability by booting it and capturing a screenshot, which is emailed to you as ...
How long can I retain VMware backup data?
You can retain VM backup data indefinitely if retention is disabled, meaning all restore points will be kept. However, if you enable retention policies, you have two options: Basic Retention: Version-Based Retention: You can specify to retain up to ...
Can I perform incremental backups for VMware with BDRSuite?
Yes, BDRSuite utilizes VMware's Changed Block Tracking (CBT) to enable efficient incremental backups.
Can I automate my VMware backups with BDRSuite?
Yes, BDRSuite supports automated backup scheduling. You can set up backup jobs to run automatically based on your preferred schedule.
How frequently can I schedule VMware backups?
BDRSuite allows you to schedule backups as frequently as required, from near-continuous data protection every 15 mins to hourly, daily, weekly, or monthly backups.
How often should I backup my VMware VMs?
The frequency of VMware backups depends on your business needs, the criticality of VMs, data change rate & other. BDRSuite allows you to schedule backups as frequently as required, from near-continuous data protection every 15 mins to hourly, daily, ...
How do I backup VMware virtual machines?
To backup your VMware VMs using BDRSuite: Install BDRSuite Backup Server Create a backup repository to store VMware backups Add your VMware ESXi or vCenter Server as Backup Source Configure backup jobs by selecting the VMs you want to backup Set the ...
How to add VMware ESXi or vCenter for Backup?
Watch this video for step-by-step instructions: How to Add VMware ESXi and vCenter for Backup
Can I exclude a specific VMs/Disks from the VM backup?
Yes, you exclude specific VMs or Disks from the VM backup for VMware and Hyper-V. VM Exclusions: When an entire host is selected for backup, you can exclude specific VMs. Disk Exclusions: You can include or exclude specific disks from a VM Backup ...