VeeamVSSSupport is a Windows service (software component) that is used to provide support for Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) in Veeam Backup & Replication. It is a critical component of the Veeam Backup & Replication solution, as it allows for the creation of consistent backups of virtual machines. In this article, we will discuss what VeeamVSSSupport is, why it is needed, how to troubleshoot and fix it, and whether it can be disabled.
What Is VeeamVSSSupport?
VeeamVSSSupport is a Windows service that is used to provide support for Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) in Veeam Backup & Replication. VSS is a Windows service that allows for the creation of consistent backups of virtual machines. VeeamVSSSupport is responsible for creating and managing the shadow copies of the virtual machines, which are then used for backup and replication purposes.
Why Is VeeamVSSSupport Needed?
VeeamVSSSupport is needed to ensure that the backups created by Veeam Backup & Replication are consistent. Without VeeamVSSSupport, the backups created by Veeam Backup & Replication would not be consistent, as they would not be able to capture the state of the virtual machine at the time of the backup. This could lead to data loss or corruption, as the backup may not capture the most recent changes to the virtual machine.
Is VeeamVSSSupport Safe?
Yes, VeeamVSSSupport is safe. It is a critical component of the Veeam Backup & Replication solution, and it is designed to ensure that the backups created by Veeam Backup & Replication are consistent. As such, it is important to ensure that VeeamVSSSupport is running properly and that it is not disabled.
VeeamVSSSupport Service Related Errors
If VeeamVSSSupport is not running properly, it can lead to errors when creating backups. Common errors include:
- VSS_E_WRITERERROR_TIMEOUT: This error occurs when the VeeamVSSSupport service is not running properly or is not responding.
- VSS_E_WRITERERROR_RETRYABLE: This error occurs when the VeeamVSSSupport service is not running properly or is not responding.
- VSS_E_WRITERERROR_NONRETRYABLE: This error occurs when the VeeamVSSSupport service is not running properly or is not responding.
Troubleshooting and Fixing VeeamVSSSupport
If you encounter any of the errors listed above, you should first check to make sure that the VeeamVSSSupport service is running properly. To do this, open the Services window (by typing “services.msc” in the Run dialog box) and check the status of the VeeamVSSSupport service. If the service is not running, you can try to start it manually. If the service is already running, you can try to restart it.
If the service is still not running properly, you can try to repair it. To do this, open the Command Prompt (by typing “cmd” in the Run dialog box) and run the following command:
sc config veeamvsssupport start= auto
This command will configure the VeeamVSSSupport service to start automatically. If this does not work, you can try to repair the service by running the following command:
sc repair veeamvsssupport
This command will repair the VeeamVSSSupport service. If this does not work, you can try to uninstall and reinstall the service.
Can VeeamVSSSupport Be Disabled?
Yes, VeeamVSSSupport can be disabled. However, it is not recommended, as it is a critical component of the Veeam Backup & Replication solution. If you do decide to disable the service, you should make sure that you have a backup of your virtual machines before doing so.
Conclusion
VeeamVSSSupport is a Windows service (software component) that is used to provide support for Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) in Veeam Backup & Replication. It is a critical component of the Veeam Backup & Replication solution, as it allows for the creation of consistent backups of virtual machines. In this article, we discussed what VeeamVSSSupport is, why it is needed, how to troubleshoot and fix it, and whether it can be disabled. If you encounter any errors related to VeeamVSSSupport, you should first check to make sure that the service is running properly, and then try to repair or reinstall it if necessary.