do this first with Veeam...
In this video, I discuss how I managed to get my PC back up and running after a drive failure with minimal downtime, thanks to Veeam Backup & Replication. If I had implemented this sooner, I could have reduced my downtime to just a couple of hours. Veeam Software offers an excellent backup and restore solution, especially with their Veeam Availability Suite. I used the free agent provided by Veeam for Windows backups, which offers seven days of rolling retention.
The video walks you through the importance of creating a Restore Disc or USB as part of the recovery process, which can be a game-changer when restoring backups on Veeam. I emphasize that preparing this recovery media when you first set up your backup media can save you a lot of time and reduce downtime significantly. Whether you're looking to restore Windows 10, perform a full backup of Windows 10, or deal with SQL or database restores, Veeam provides the tools you need. This tutorial is especially useful for those managing a homelab or needing a reliable solution for backup and recovery. Don't forget to create your recovery disc early to avoid extended downtimes!