[World Backup Day] V13 Upgrade Failure: Veeam Configuration Backup Saved the Day
In-place upgrades represent the standard and vendor-recommended approach for advancing Veeam Backup & Replication (VBR) to newer releases, ensuring continuity of configuration, and retention of job etc without…
Fix unable to contact Server: This may be the server does not exist
In this blog post, you will learn how to fix "Fix unable to contact Server: This may be the server does not exist." You may have run into this error after performing a swing migration, as described in this blog post "Build a New…
How to fix ADDS already contain a computer account
In this blogpost, we will learn how to fix ADDS already contain a computer account. This issue can occur after a swing migration, such as the one outlined in "Build a New DC vs Swing Migration: Upgrade Server OS Correctly". Replacing a Domain…
AZURE Kubernetes Service (AKS) upgrade minor version from 1.32.3 to 1.33.7
Updating a managed Kubernetes environment is rarely just a routine maintenance task: it is a critical operation that directly affects the platform’s stability, security, and the availability of its features. In the context…
Reset or reinstall Windows Server without deleting the VM
If you have created a VM on Hyper-V, Proxmox, VMware, or XCP-ng and want to reinstall Windows, you don’t need to delete the VM or recreate it. In this guide, we will show you how to reinstall Windows directly on an existing VM while keeping…
Third-party access is often where control breaks down.
The new Contractor user type introduces a cleaner model: scoped access, mandatory expiration, and direct session launch — all without full identity onboarding.
👉 Explore the feature: devo-inc.net/41nYJI8
Build a New DC vs Swing Migration: Upgrade Server OS Correctly
Because unsupported operating systems (OS') introduce security risks and can affect compliance requirements, organizations should migrate to supported versions of Windows Server. In my lab environment, the domain controllers currently…
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How to replace Veeam Recovery Orchestrator License
During the installation of Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO), I initially applied an evaluation license,…
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Fix failed to connect to the backup server: Make sure it is online
Recently while I was discussing the steps on how to license Veeam Enterprise…
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How to fix Domain Join Error during Windows Deployment
The message “ZtiDomainJoin has attempted to join to domain” comes from Microsoft Deployment Toolkit…
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SCVMM setup Error 10421: Fix VMM Service Account conflict
In this article, we shall discuss 'SCVMM setup Error 10421: Fix VMM Service Account conflict".…
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SCVMM setup Fails: Fix Missing Windows ADK Deployment Files
The Windows Assessment and Deployment Kit (Windows ADK) and Windows PE add-on provide the…
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Integrate Hyper-V [SCVMM] with Veeam Recovery Orchestrator
In this article, we shall discuss how to Integrate Hyper-V with Veeam Recovery Orchestrator.…
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How to reset Microsoft 365 User Password
Microsoft 365 (M365) is a subscription service that lets you run your organization in the cloud. This way, Microsoft takes care…
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Inbound connection Error: Failed to Perform Scheduled Replication [Part 2]
Snapshot Replication on Synology delivers fast, reliable data…
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How to license Veeam Enterprise Manager and Add VBR Servers
Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager (VBEM or VEM) centralizes the management and reporting of…
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How to upgrade Windows Admin Center from v2411 to v2511
Microsoft has officially released Windows Admin Center (WAC) version 2511, delivering restored…
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Deploy Veeam Recovery Orchestrator and Agents to VBR and VEM
Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) extends the functionality of the Veeam Data Platform…
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How to link an iPhone with Windows PC with Phone Link App
In this blogpost, we shall discuss how to link an iPhone with Windows PC with Phone Link App.…
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Synchronize Apple Calendar on Windows with Outlook [Part 2]
If you're using Apple Calendar (iCloud Calendar) but work primarily on a Windows PC with…
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Veeam Enterprise Manager setup and User Role management
Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager (VBEM or VEM) is a centralised management and reporting platform that lets administrators control multiple Veeam Backup & Replication servers from a single web-based console. It is designed for large-scale and…
Building VIHR: Ransomware-Proof Repository with Veeam JeOS
Veeam Data Platform v13 shifts toward a "security-first" architecture. It offers enhanced protection for backup infrastructure against modern threats. In addition to introducing a new Linux-based Virtual Software Appliance (VSA) and Veeam…
How to fix Failed to connect to Deployer Service Error
In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to fix failed to connect to Deployer Service Error. Please, see How to configure Network Unlock in Windows, how to Configure a username and secret on a Cisco Switch and Router, and Upgrade…
Upgrade legacy VHR to Veeam Infrastructure Hardened Repository
In this guide, we will discuss the steps "Upgrade legacy VHR to Veeam Infrastructure Hardened Repository". According to Rick's naming convention of VHR generation one (1). This blog post aims to demonstrate the "steps to upgrade legacy…
Unable to Remove Orphaned VHR Repository v2 from VBR v13
In this article, we shall discuss the steps to fix "Unable to Remove Orphaned VHR Repository v2 from VBR v13". As system administrators, we believe everything is possible, provided you think it through. Therefore, I will proceed and show you…
The Silent War: What your Ransomware Recovery Strategy looks like when the clock starts ticking
A ransomware recovery strategy is not something you design during an attack. It is something that reveals its true value only when everything else is already failing. In the previous article, we…
How to set up Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager on Windows
In this guide, we shall discuss how to set up Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager on Windows. Devolusion Remote Desktop Manager is an application that integrates a comprehensive set of tools and managers to meet the needs of any IT team. It…
