Veeam Backup Monitor Policy

Problem Overview

Backups are critical, but failures often go unnoticed until it’s too late. This monitor policy ensures Veeam services are always running and that backups complete successfully, preventing potential data loss and downtime.

Description

This monitoring policy applies to all devices tagged with “Veeam,” ensuring comprehensive oversight. It continuously checks the Veeam service status, automatically restarting it if it stops. Additionally, it tracks all backup jobs within the last 24 hours, triggering an alert if any failures occur. Combined with Level’s automation capabilities, it can also deploy necessary Veeam components to keep your backup infrastructure in top shape.

Use Cases

• MSPs managing multiple Veeam environments to ensure service uptime and backup integrity.
• Internal IT teams needing proactive alerting on failed backups.
• Critical infrastructure environments where data protection compliance is mandatory.
• Automated disaster recovery readiness by ensuring successful backups daily.

Recommendations

• Tag all Veeam-managed devices properly to ensure coverage.
• Pair this monitor with Level Automation to auto-install required Veeam endpoints.
• Test in a non-production environment before deploying fleet-wide.
• Review alert thresholds to align with your organization’s backup policies.
• Regularly audit alerts to verify backup consistency and service uptime.

FAQ

• What happens if the Veeam service stops?‍
  The monitor automatically attempts to restart it and generates an alert if it fails to start.

• What if a backup fails?
  ‍An alert is generated in Level, allowing IT teams to investigate and resolve the issue before data integrity is compromised.

• Can I customize the monitoring thresholds?
  ‍Yes, you can adjust alert conditions to fit your organization’s backup policies.

• Does this monitor interfere with Veeam’s built-in alerts?
  ‍No, it works alongside Veeam’s native reporting, adding an extra layer of reliability through Level’s centralized monitoring.

• How do I deploy this monitor?
  ‍Simply tag your Veeam-managed devices, and the policy will apply automatically. Pair it with automation to ensure all required endpoints are installed.