Hyper-V Backup
How do I create a Hyper-V backup in BDRShield?
To configure Hyper-V backup using BDRsuite, follow these steps: Download and Install BDRShield Backup Server. Login to the backup server console and navigate to the Backup -> Configure Backup -> Microsoft Hyper-V menu. Select the VMs you want to ...
Does BDRShield allow me to compress backup data, and can I change the compression settings?
Yes, BDRShield offers compression for backup data. Users can adjust the compression settings to three levels - Low, Optimal, and High. Refer to User Guide for more information.
Does BDRShield offer encryption for backup data?
Yes, BDRShield offers encryption for backup data both during transfer and when data is at rest. Refer to User Guide for more information.
How long can I keep my VM backup data using BDRShield's retention?
With BDRShield, you have the flexibility to define your VM backup data retention period. We offer two options: Basic retention and GFS (Grandfather-Father-Son) retention. This allows you to customize your retention policies based on your specific ...
Will BDRShield allow me to take full, incremental, synthetic, or other types of backup?
BDRShield provides comprehensive support for various backup types - full backups, forever incremental backups, synthetic full backups, and additional full backups. With this flexibility, you can choose the backup strategy that best aligns with your ...
Can I exclude specific VMs/Disks from my backups?
Yes, you can exclude specific VMs or Disks from the backup. You can exclude VMs when an entire host is selected. When it comes to disk exclusion, there are three options: No Disks should be excluded: No disks will be excluded from the backup. By ...
What types of storage can I use to store my Hyper-V VM backup data in BDRShield?
BDRShield supports both local storage and cloud storage as backup data storage repositories: Block Storage Targets - Local Disk, NAS, SAN, DAS, etc. Object Storage Targets - S3, Azure Blob, Google Cloud, S3 Compatible storage such as Wasabi, MinIO, ...
Recent Articles
Error 105979 : Backup Failed Due to Duplicate VM UUID
KB ID 105979 Issue Encountering the Error "Backup Failed Due to Duplicate VM UUID" Cause This error occurs when two or more VMs on the same Proxmox host have the same UUID. The backup cannot uniquely identify these VMs, so the backup of the affected ...
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Exclusion Item Type Typical Location/Example Description / Notes BDRShield Installation Directory Folder C:\Program Files\Vembu\ Exclude the entire BDRShield installation directory.
Antivirus Exclusions for BDRShield
Antivirus (AV), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), Extended Detection and Response (XDR), endpoint security, and firewall solutions can interfere with normal backup and recovery operations by scanning files, processes, and network communications ...
Customer Responsibilities for Successful Backup and Recovery
Purpose This document outlines the responsibilities of customers to help ensure successful backup and recovery operations using BDRShield. While BDRShield provides backup, recovery, monitoring, and cyber resilience capabilities, maintaining a healthy ...
Storage Requirements and Best Practices for NAS, SMB, NFS, and iSCSI Backup Repositories
This article outlines the storage requirements, sizing recommendations, and best practices for configuring NAS, SMB, NFS, and iSCSI backup repositories to ensure optimal backup performance, reliability, and data integrity. ⚠️ Important ...