The remote agent for windows servers raws has been renamed to agent for windows in backup exec 2012 and above. Step by step installation of the backup exec remote agent. Upon being installed, the software adds a windows service which is designed to run continuously in the background. How to sort, filter, and copy information on the backup exec administration console. To facilitate backups of remote machines, backup exec uses the backup exec remote agent for windows servers raws. How to restore data from a reattached or reinserted disk based. Its like if the service does not even try to start. Using a command script to install the agent for windows using a command script.
Symantec backup exec for windows servers agent for. Dec 08, 2012 if the backup exec 2010 r3 or above remote agent for windows raws is installed manually, the trust must be established before selecting the remote computer for backup or an existing selection list job can run. If youre considering backup exec 15, this blog post has almost every detail you need to. I get a message back in backup exec that the current users doesnt have the rights to install software in the locations it needs to c. Backup exec found 5 servers without an agent for windows. However, application level or granular application level.
I am running hyperv on my server and would like to install that agent, but i dont seem to have that option. The remote agent is also necessary to perform backups using certain other backup exec options or agents, such as the open file. Backup exec for windows servers hotfix and service pack. By continuing to browse this site, you agree to this use. The installation will begin, once finished click close. Note no agent for windows systems license or agent for remote linuxunix servers is required for any guest virtual machine hosted on the protected and licensed esx host. From here, are global settings for the application such as connecting to a remote backup exec server, installation and licensing, and select install agents and backup exec servers on other servers. What you can try to do is manually delete the endpoint instance and re install the veeam endpoint from scratch. Versions of backup exec 2014 and higher only provides support as the remote agent for linux servers. System requirements backup agent for windows server. How to install the backup exec 15 and above agent for windows.
Using a 32bit or 64bit backup exec media server, this agent can protect 32bit or 64bit moss2007 servers deployed. Backup exec installs a commandline version of the agent for windows on the computers that run the server core installation option of windows server 2008 2012 and later. Symantec backup exec 11d for windows servers provides granular protection for a wide variety of applications including microsoft sql and exchange with key agents. Grt is enabled for windows file level but not for back office applications. Backup exec 15 software compatibility list scl bechtle. It backs up completely, same stuff, to the same media, 1. How to check the version or status of the backup exec remote. To back up the servers, you must add them to the list of servers on the backup and restore tab. Hi, we have a bunch of servers running windows server 2008 r2, one of which is our be 2012 sp4 media server. On the exclusions tab, click add exclusion to add any files or file. Symantec backup exec remote agent for windows is a software program developed by symantec. Before you go,please, double check you have the microsoft sql server 2012 express localdb. Could not start the backup exec remote agent for windows.
This agent allows data to be compressed and streamed from a remote server to the backup exec server. Or, you can install it after backup exec has been installed. An alternate or new media server is attempting to backup a remote computer where no trust is established. Apr 04, 2014 this site uses cookies for analytics, personalized content and ads. There were significant background differences between windows 2012 and windows 2012 r2, as such you will need backup exec 2014. Backup exec 2010 r3, 2012 and 2014 agents are backwards compatible with backup exec 16 servers for the purpose of upgrades only. Simplified disaster recovery support for windows server 2012 r2 and windows 8. Solved backup exec 2012 remote agent for windows symantec.
Symantec backup exec for windows servers remote media agent. Backup exec 2012 compatibility with windows server 2012. This should work as be 2012 is backward compatible with be 2010 r3 remote agent. The service is set on auto mode but we get no message in event viewer. Using backup exec 2012 installed on an hpstorage x1600 server i backup everything to local disk and duplicate weekly full jobs to lto5. How to install backup exec remote agent for windows. The backup exec agent utility commandline applet is installed with the agent for windows. So backup exec 2012 still doesnt support windows 2012 18 months since w2012 release and symantec still hasnt managed to update software.
If a microsoft sql server is not installed locally or remotely, select the install new instance of sql server option. You can perform a full back up and restore of hyper. Select add from the ribbon menu select microsoft windows computer click next. It is the last fucking backup software i would ever recommend these days, and its still the fucking industry standard. Backup exec 2012 remote agent for windows servers wont. Technet scom 2012 r2 agent installation for windows. However, you can install the backup agent to another directory if, for example, you do not have enough free space on disk c.
After installing the hotfixservice pack to the backup exec media server s perform one of the following to update any machines with the remote agent. Backup exec 20 agents and options articles and howtos. We also have several windows server 2012, one running as a dc ie addhcpdns and another running exchange server 2010 sp3. Symantec backup exec 2010 r2 manual uninstall click here sp3, and later. From the features page scroll down and select windows server backup and click next. Backup exec has been a pain in the fucking ass for years and years and years. Type a value for management server port, or leave the default of 5723 c. Oct 28, 2017 scom 2012 r2 agent installation for windows the document describe the deferent types of the scom 2012 r2 agent deploymentinstallations. For instructions on installing backup exec from the command line, installing backup exec.
I know that windows server 2000 is not officially supported for backup exec 2012, but has anyone installed the 2012 remote agent for windows on a windows server 2000 and it is working as expected. The setup will install microsoft sql server locally on the backup server. If the backup exec 2010 r3 or above remote agent for windows raws is installed manually, the trust must be established before selecting the remote computer for backup or an existing selection list job can run. The backup exec agent for windows provides highperformance data protection for remote windows servers that includes open file protection and simplified. Backup exec 2012 agent for windows server 2012 vox. Symantec backup exec agent for exchange server a technology to protect vital exchange server 5. This site uses cookies for analytics, personalized content and ads.
A command window would appear and may prompt you a few questions. Refer to your microsoft windows documentation for instructions on how to view or set the paging file. For the question, that would ask your choice about whether you would like to trust this publisher i. Although you should be aware that for some of the more advanced options on windows 2012 r2 that you may want to backup, your backup exec 2014 media server may also need to be running windows 2012 r2 although this does depend on your environment. The agent for hyperv in backup exec 2010 r3 sp3 includes support for windows server 2012. Jul 10, 2012 veritas support says the problem is in vss run windows backup and if that completes ill escalate the problem. The document describe the deferent types of the scom 2012 r2 agent deploymentinstallations. Use windows server backup to back up exchange microsoft docs.
Installing a custom installation of backup exec a custom installation is designed for large or complex environments or for customers who prefer to set all of their options. Installing windows server backup on windows server 2012 or. Server core option of windows server 20082012 and later. Installing a custom installation of backup exec symantec. Hi, we have some problems with 4 windows legato client. Symantec backup exec for windows servers agent for microsoft. Backup exec cannot connect to the remote agent because a. Backup exec 2012 was the last version to support the unix os. The only agent i have the option of pushing to clients is the remote agent for windows systems. Go to windows start menu and browse to all programs symantec backup exec backup exec management command line interface 5. Dec 12, 2012 to ensure that we meet these standards, we are adjusting the time frame for the availability of the backup exec 2010 r3 sp3 and backup exec 2012 sp2 beta software to may, 20. Another version of the backup exec remote agent for windows systems is installed on this computer. You can perform a full back up and restore of hyperv virtual machines that use the vhdx file format. From here, are global settings for the application such as connecting to a remote backup exec server, installation and licensing, and select install.
Confirm that you want to establish a trust with the server or servers, then click next. Networker remote exec service not starting dell community. Yes i know i need to install 2008 server so i can backup 2012 with an agent. On the next screen, choose the installation directory for the backup agent. Thank whatever god you believe in that backup tapes are on their fucking way out. It administrators can directly attach tape and disk storage devices to a remote linux server, allowing backup data to be protected directly to those linuxattached storage devices. Uninstalling backup exec features from the local backup exec server. Installing additional backup exec options to the local backup exec server. To ensure that we meet these standards, we are adjusting the time frame for the availability of the backup exec 2010 r3 sp3 and backup exec 2012 sp2 beta software to may, 20.
I think symantec will be releasing its beta version maybe in the start of next year 2014. All you need to do is purchase backup exec 2010 windows remote agent via licensing. The backup exec beta blog referenced above details everything that will be supported. Pushinstalling the agent for windows to remote computers. If your backup exec media server is also your microsoft hyperv host, you can install the agent for microsoft hyperv when you install backup exec. How to check the version or status of the backup exec. Pushinstalling the agent for windows to remote computers installing updates to. You can now use windows server backup to run a oneoff or scheduled backup. Click next on the agent action account page, leave it set to the default of local system, or select domain or local computer account. On the select items for backup page, click add items to select the volume s to be backed up, and then click ok. Although you should be aware that for some of the more advanced options on windows 2012 r2 that you may want to backup, your backup exec 2014 media server may also need to be running windows 2012 r2 although this does depend on. We have an older windows server 2000 that runs our voicemail software. Updating backup exec with veritas update viewing installed.
When windows start, the networker remote exec service refuse to start. Uninstall the remote agent before continuing with the installation. Symantec backup exec for windows servers remote media agent for linux server v. Symantec backup exec remote agent for windows should i. The only way to perform an applicationlevel backup or restore is to select an entire volume. Trying to install symantec backup exec remote agent for windows systems on a windows 7 pc. After installing the hotfixservice pack to the backup exec media servers perform one of the following to update any machines with the remote agent. However it supports backup exec agent on windows 2012 server. Error installing symantec backup exec remote agent locally. From the backup exec multisite overview dashboard, you can view the active alerts, failed jobs, and successful jobs for backup servers across all sites, and you can access a list of symantec partner services. Click on the backup exec button in the upper left corner. If backup exec is not installed on your microsoft hyperv host, you must push install the remote agent for windows systems to your.
Note that the installer does not prompt you to install the correct. Simplified disaster recovery sdr support for windows server 2012 r2 and. Mssql 2008, symantec backup exec 2012, sharepoint 2010 are all installed on same server. Backup exec 2012 sp3 is unable to see sharepoint 2010 installed on the same server for backing up. The remote agent for windows servers raws has been renamed to agent for windows aws in backup exec 15 and above. We completely understand the urgency to provide the latest platform support to our customers and are diligently working to do so with the highest quality product possible.
Ralus is an additionally purchased option and is enabled by installing the ralus serial numbers on the backup exec media server. It sounds like the password for the account the backupexec services were using changed, when you rebooted the services could not restart because they are. This configuration is not recommended or supported for extended periods. For example, if you use a remote media server or use the central admin server option or the san sso option, you should perform a custom installation.
When installing server backup manager on windows 2003, the installer fails if the proper. Once you receive the licence call symantec customer care on the below details tell them you want to downgrade your 2010 licence to 12. Backup exec 2012 remote agent for windows servers wont start when mcafee agent 4. Every effort should be made to get all backup exec components to the same version as soon as possible. Open the backup exec 15 or above console go to the backup and restore tab.
Installation veritas backup exec administrators guide. After copying vcredist folder and placing it next to raws32, installation completed without any errors. It is safe to leave the default location untouched. How to install the backup exec 15 and above agent for. Select allow backup exec to establish a trust with the servers. Install symantec backup exec 2012 on windows 2012 server. From the multisite overview dashboard, you can click a site name to view details about the backup exec servers at that site, including. Backup exec 2010 sp3 and windows 2012 r2 support vox. Symantec backup exec tm for windows servers quick installation guide this guide provides instructions for installing backup exec 10.
Symantec does not support backup exec 2012 on windows 2012 server. The backup exec remote media agent for linux servers provides storage flexibility for linux servers running in a backup exec environment. This applet lets you monitor backup exec operations on the remote computer. For machines running microsoft windows 7 or microsoft windows server 2008 r2, the setup will install microsoft sql server 2012 sp4 express edition. Installing backup agent on windows manually server. Backup exec found 5 servers without an agent for windows installed. Methods for installing the agent for windows veritas backup exec. Only folder raws32 was originally copied to the target server.
The backup exec agent for sharepoint adds protection for sharepoint 2007 and windows sharepoint services 3. How to install the agent for windows in an active directory network. It sounds like the password for the account the backupexec services were using changed, when you rebooted the services could not restart because they are trying to authenticate with an old password. Installing backup agent on windows manually server backup. Mssql 2008, symantec backup exec 2012, sharepoint 2010. A few things to be aware of about the coming service packs. Now try to backup the whole system backup from be 2012 using this remote agent. Installation fails sqllocaldb veeam community forums. Backup exec 2012 deploying remote agents to servers.
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