Restore MSSQL Server on Azure VMs using Azure Backup

In this guide, we shall discuss how to restore MSSQL Server on Azure VMs using Azure Backup. Data protection is only as effective as the ability to restore data quickly and reliably. When running Microsoft SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines, having a robust backup strategy is essential. Please, see Convert Google Forms Into Microsoft Forms, How to Back Up and Restore the Windows Registry, and how to Restore Deleted Azure App Service Using PowerShell.

But understanding the restore process is equally critical for ensuring business continuity and meeting recovery objectives. Also, see how to Resolve New WDAC Policy Issues in Azure Stack.

This article focuses on how to restore MSSQL Server databases on Azure Virtual Machines using Azure Backup. It covers the available restore scenarios, key considerations, and practical steps required to recover databases efficiently in the event of data loss, corruption, or operational errors.

Also, see how to “Migrate Veeam MSSQL Database to a new Microsoft SQL Server“, how to fix “Unable to connect to MSSQL Server after changing Server name“, and how to create a two-way Active Directory Trust.

Restore MSSQL Server on Azure VM

The goal is to provide a clear, technically grounded reference for administrators and engineers who need to confidently execute restore operations in production Azure environments.

From the Azure portal, select the service shown in the figure.

Then select the vault containing the BCKs you want to restore.

Select the item shown in the figure. “Backup Item”

We need to restore an mssql database, so select the item shown in the figure. “SQL in VM”

In the filter, search for the db name and instance.

Right button and then restore.

Before starting the restore, there are three forms to fill in. In the first one, you indicate which server you want to restore to, with what name, and whether you want to overwrite an existing database. se.
I add ‘_restore’ to the database name.

In the second form, we indicate whether to perform a restore point in time (if the database is in Full recovery model), or whether to restore from a specific backup set.

In the third form, we indicate whether to perform a database recovery and the path/name of the database data files to be restored.

Once you have filled in the 3 forms, you can start the restore process.

Please, see “Editions of MSSQL Server: What are the differences between various Editions of Microsoft SQL Server“, and how to create a new Azure SQL Database [PaaS]. Here is how to fix “Action required” in Microsoft Authenticator App.

Check Job Status

To check the start/outcome of the restore job, select the item shown in the figure.

And you can check the outcome of the job, with all the details of the restore performed.

Done

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