How do I use Arrow Object Storage for Backup with Veeam
Using Arrow Object Storage with Veeam Backup & Replication
Integrating Arrow Object Storage with Veeam Backup & Replication enables organizations to leverage scalable, S3-compatible cloud storage for off-site backups and long-term retention. This configuration allows for tiering backups to object storage, reducing on-premises storage pressure and improving disaster recovery readiness.
Key Integration Requirements
- Veeam Backup & Replication version 9.5 Update 4 or later
- Arrow Object Storage S3 credentials (access key, secret key, endpoint URL)
- A dedicated bucket in Arrow Object Storage for backups
Configuration Overview
1. Add Arrow as an S3-Compatible Object Repository
- In Veeam, navigate to Backup Infrastructure > Backup Repositories
- Add a new object storage repository and select “S3 Compatible”
- Input the Arrow endpoint URL, access/secret key, and target bucket
2. Configure a Scale-Out Backup Repository (SOBR)
- Create a SOBR that includes your local performance tier
- Add the Arrow-based object storage as the capacity tier
- Enable “Move backups to object storage as they age” for offloading
3. Optimize Data Flow
- Use compression and deduplication to reduce storage consumption
- Enable encryption for data in transit and at rest
4. Monitoring and Maintenance
- Monitor SOBR offload jobs in the Veeam console
- Regularly verify access to the object store and check for job alerts
Benefits
- Scalable storage for large backup datasets
- Cost-effective archival of restore points
- Integration with Veeam's native backup workflows
For technical details and integration steps, refer to the official documentation
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