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Deploying NetBackup in Microsoft Azure

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GNeil
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4 years ago

In partnership with Microsoft, Veritas has created an Azure Resource Manager (ARM) based solution to deploy a NetBackup Primary, Media, and/or CloudPoint server(s) from one simple template. It’s never been easier to create an entire NetBackup architecture in the cloud or selected component of your backup infrastructure within minutes.

Learn More: NetBackup for Azure Deployment Guide

Six steps for a successful deployment:

  1. Have a Microsoft Azure account with an active subscription.
  2. For a CloudPoint deployment, ensure you have the ‘Owner’ role permissions for the Azure subscription.
  3. Have a valid NetBackup license key.
  4. Have a NetBackup Usage Insights Customer Registration key for your account.
  5. Meet system and instance requirements. Refer to the compatibility lists and documentation.
  6. Make sure that the network you plan to use for the deployment is configured and that the different NetBackup different components can communicate with each other. NetBackup deployment uses a private DNS zone and links a virtual network with it. In case if you select an existing private DNS zone and existing virtual network then makes sure to create a DNS-vNet link before starting the deployment. For more information: https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/dns/private-dns-virtual-network-links#registrationvirtual-network.

With those best practices in mind, you are now ready to get started with your deployment of NetBackup in Microsoft Azure. For an in depth view on how to perform the deployment, please refer to https://vox.veritas.com/t5/NetBackup/Deploying-NetBackup-in-Azure-Cloud-Complete-steps/m-p/891253#M249232

Watch this video as I show you in a few simple steps how to configure your deployment:

Updated 4 years ago
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  • Hi Johnny7L,

    You can download the ARM template after you've entered in the information in the Marketplace template.  Take a look at this screenshot.

    I hope this helps.  I'm still working on your other questions.

    Thanks,

    Neil

  • Hi GNeil, 

    Does Veritas have the ARM template published somewhere on this site? Or the only way to deploy is from Azure market place?

    If there is a template, can I use custom DNS rather than private zone?

    What url the deployment process would require access to, if I want to deploy NBU appliance in a semi-isolated environment. Last time when I tried deployment, the script for NBU VM extension setup stuck in middle, I have to give it full internet access to get it work.

    Looking forward to your reply.

    Regards,

    Johnny