Using Proxmox VE with StorPool and Veeam Backup and Replication

StorPool offers the VolumeCare service for performing crash-consistent backups. Starting from version 0.5.0 of our Proxmox VE plugin, using Veeam Backup & Replication for virtual machines in Proxmox is also possible with the right configuration.

Enable locking of VMs during backup

To ensure data safety and consistency, Veeam’s option to lock a VM in PVE while performing backups must be switched on. Instructions are available in the Solution section of Veeam KB ID 4715. This will prevent operations such as live migration while a specific VM is being backed up.