How to set up the OOTBI Virtual Appliance on Proxmox VE

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How to set up the OOTBI Virtual Appliance on Proxmox VE

Out-of-the-Box Immutability (Ootbi) is a purpose-built backup storage appliance developed by the founders of Veeam, specifically for Veeam customers (users). OOTBI delivers secure, simple, and powerful on-premises backup storage without requiring any security expertise. In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to set up the OOTBI virtual appliance on Proxmox VE. Please,…

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Backup

Resolve the Update Package Database failure on Proxmox VE

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Resolve the Update Package Database failure on Proxmox VE

Proxmox Virtual Environment provides a complete open-source platform for enterprise virtualization. Its built-in web interface enables you to manage VMs and containers, configure software-defined storage and networking, set up high-availability clustering, and use multiple out-of-the-box tools all in a single solution. In this guide, we shall discuss the steps to resolve the Update Package Database…

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Virtualization

Remote Desktop Connection behaviour over UDP and TCP

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Remote Desktop Connection behaviour over UDP and TCP

Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) enables users to establish remote connections to other computers over TCP AND UDP port 3389. RDP supports UDP for improved performance. Microsoft favours using UDP alongside TCP to enhance responsiveness and reduce latency during remote sessions. In this article, we shall discuss “Remote Desktop Connection behaviour over UDP and TCP”….

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Network | Monitoring

Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access

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Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work has become the new norm. One of the key technologies enabling people to work effectively from home is Microsoft’s Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). Here is a guide Guide to Remote Desktop Connection Properties for Secure Access. Please see how to determine why an MBAM-protected device is non-compliant, and an…

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Windows, Windows Server

How to change the default user password in PostgreSQL

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How to change the default user password in PostgreSQL

In this guide, we shall discuss how to change the default user password in PostgreSQL. PostgreSQL is a relational database management system (RDBMS) that provides an open-source solution for storing and managing data. It offers a variety of features for database administration, queries, and security. This blog post was birthed by the following question: “Resetting…

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Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

How to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR

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How to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR

PostgreSQL is a relational database management system (RDBMS) for storing and managing data. It offers a variety of features for database administration, queries, and security. In this article, we shall discuss the steps on how to upgrade PostgreSQL Engine used by VBR. Please see How to install PostgreSQL on Ubuntu, ho to Fix “Perform Site…

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Backup, Oracle/MSSQL/MySQL

Fix you need the right to sign in through Remote Desktop Services

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Fix you need the right to sign in through Remote Desktop Services

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is a Microsoft protocol that enables users to connect to and control a a PC remotely. It does this by providing a graphical interface that enables interaction as if the user were physically present. In this article, we shall discuss the steps to fix you need the right to sign in…

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Windows, Windows Server

Unable to run downloaded Programs due to Defender SmartScreen

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Unable to run downloaded Programs due to Defender SmartScreen

In this article, we will learn how to fix ‘Unable to run downloaded Programs due to Defender SmartScreen”. Microsoft Defender SmartScreen is a security feature in Windows 10 and 11 that checks every download from trusted sources. Please, see How to Manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Argon ACMP, and How to apply and install Veeam…

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Windows

How to Manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Argon ACMP

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How to Manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Argon ACMP

The AAGON Client Management Platform (ACMP) serves as a central hub for managing your network. This modular client management solution works similarly to Azure Automanage, allowing IT departments to tackle daily challenges through a cohesive and flexible system. In this article, we shall discuss how to Manage Microsoft Defender Antivirus with Argon ACMP. Please, see…

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Network | Monitoring

How to apply and install Veeam NFR License

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How to apply and install Veeam NFR License

If you are a hands-on IT professional who enjoys learning through experience and lab work. The Veeam Not-For-Resale (NFR) license can be an invaluable asset to you. Veeam offers free NFR keys valid for one year with support for up to 20 instances. This allows you to test, explore, and refine your skills in a…

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Backup, Virtualization

Using IBM Library with Veeam

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Using IBM Library with Veeam

In this blog post, we shall discuss the steps in using IBM Library with Veeam. If you’ve ever worked with tape backups, you probably know that setting up a tape library with Veeam can seem a bit complicated at first. However, once you understand how everything fits together and follow the correct steps, the whole…

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Network | Monitoring

Veeam Backup and Replication Disk I/O with diskspd

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Veeam Backup and Replication Disk I/O with diskspd

DISKSPD benchmarks disk I/O performance through the command line. It simulates different I/O patterns, measures latency, and assesses storage subsystem performance. By customizing parameters like block size, I/O depth, and threads, you can create synthetic workloads that mimic real-world scenarios and help identify potential bottlenecks. In this artcile, we shall discuss “Veeam Backup and Replication…

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Backup

Fixing AIX Veeam agent job startup delay issue

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Fixing AIX Veeam agent job startup delay issue

This week, I encountered an issue with AIX agent backups. I have several AIX servers running versions 7.2 and 7.3. The backup jobs start, but there’s a significant delay before they actually begin. When they start at all. Therefore, in this article, we shall discuss the steps to Fixing AIX Veeam agent job startup delay…

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Network | Monitoring