Veeam Backup Replication 13 installation is the process I will show you in this complete step-by-step guide. If you are backing up your IT infrastructure, Veeam is one of the best solutions on the market. If you are not backing up yet – you should start today.
In this article, you will learn everything about Veeam Backup Replication 13 installation on Windows Server – from system requirements to the first console launch.
What is Veeam Backup & Replication 13?
Veeam Backup & Replication is a professional backup solution designed for:
- Virtual environments – VMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V, Nutanix AHV
- Physical servers – Windows Server, Linux
- Cloud services – AWS, Azure, Google Cloud
- Applications – Microsoft 365, SQL Server, Oracle, SAP HANA
- NAS devices – file shares and storage
Veeam is among the leaders in the backup solutions market and offers reliable tools for data protection in enterprise environments.
Veeam Backup Replication Licensing Options
Veeam offers several licensing models:
| Edition | Description | Suitable for |
|---|---|---|
| Community Edition | Free version, max. 10 workloads | Home lab, small businesses |
| Essentials | Basic backup features | Small and medium businesses |
| Enterprise | Advanced features + SureBackup | Medium and large companies |
| Enterprise Plus | All features + orchestration | Large enterprises, datacenters |
In this guide for Veeam Backup Replication 13 installation, we will use the free Community Edition.
System Requirements for Veeam Backup Replication 13 Installation
Before installation, make sure your server meets these minimum requirements:
Hardware
- Processor: x64 processor (minimum 4 cores recommended)
- RAM: Minimum 4 GB (8 GB or more recommended)
- Disk: Minimum 5 GB free space for installation + space for database
- Network: Gigabit connection
Software
- Operating system: Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 or Windows 10/11
- Database: PostgreSQL (installed automatically) or Microsoft SQL Server
- .NET Framework: 4.7.2 or newer
More information can be found in the official Veeam documentation.
Step by Step: Veeam Backup Replication 13 Installation
Step 1: Launching the Installer
After downloading the ISO image from the official Veeam website, mount it and run the installation file.
Click the green INSTALL button to start the installation wizard.
Step 2: Selecting Components
In the next step, you will choose which components you want to install:
- Veeam Backup & Replication – The main backup server
- Veeam Backup Enterprise Manager – Web console for managing multiple servers
- Veeam Backup & Replication Console – Standalone Windows console
For basic installation, choose the first option.
Step 3: Accepting License Terms
Read the license terms and click I Accept.
Step 4: License Configuration
If you don’t have a paid license, Veeam will automatically use Community Edition with a limit of 10 instances.
Step 5: System Configuration Check
The installer will check your system and automatically install missing components.
Step 6: Settings Summary
Before installation, a summary of all settings is displayed including ports (9392, 9393, 9401, 9419).
Step 7: Installation Progress
The installation runs in 7 steps and may take several minutes.
Step 8: Successful Completion
After installation is complete, click FINISH.
First Launch of the Veeam Console
Connecting to the Server
After installation, the console will start automatically. Enter localhost and click Connect.
Certificate Confirmation
On the first connection, confirm the self-signed certificate by clicking Yes.
Console Login
Log in using a Windows account with administrator privileges.
Main Interface
After successful login, the main console screen will appear.
What’s Next After Veeam Backup Replication 13 Installation?
In future articles, we will show:
- How to add a VMware vCenter or Hyper-V host
- How to create a backup repository
- How to configure your first backup job
- How to restore data from backup
Summary
Veeam Backup Replication 13 installation is straightforward. Key points:
- The free Community Edition (10 workloads) is sufficient for testing
- Veeam automatically installs the PostgreSQL database
- Basic installation takes approximately 5 GB of disk space
- After installation, the server is immediately ready for configuration
If you have questions, write them in the comments.
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