Using Arrow Object Storage with Veritas Backup Software
Arrow Object Storage can be seamlessly integrated with Veritas backup platforms to provide scalable, S3-compatible object storage for enterprise-grade data protection. This allows organizations to modernize their backup infrastructure with flexible cloud storage for archival and disaster recovery.
Key Requirements
- Veritas NetBackup or Backup Exec with support for S3-compatible object storage
- Arrow Object Storage endpoint URL, access key, and secret key
- A dedicated bucket created for Veritas backup data
Configuration Overview
1. Configure Cloud Storage in Veritas
- Navigate to storage configuration settings in NetBackup or Backup Exec
- Add Arrow Object Storage as a new cloud storage server with S3 compatibility
- Enter endpoint, credentials, and bucket information
2. Associate with Storage Units or Jobs
- Create a disk pool using the Arrow object storage target
- Assign the disk pool to backup policies or individual jobs
3. Ensure Security and Performance
- Use HTTPS to ensure secure data transmission
- Enable object lock or immutability features if supported
4. Monitor Storage and Job Success
- Use Veritas monitoring tools to review storage capacity and backup health
- Configure alerts for errors or threshold breaches
Benefits
- Supports cloud-first data protection strategies
- Reduces reliance on on-prem hardware
- Enables long-term retention with minimal administrative overhead
For technical details and integration steps, refer to the official documentation
Link to Veritas