This FAQ answers common questions about MSP360 Backup for Proxmox Beta, including installation, configuration, supported features, and current limitations.
Where do I install MSP360 Backup for Proxmox?
Q: Where do I install MSP360 Backup for Proxmox?
A: MSP360 Backup for Proxmox is installed on a Windows machine. No software installation or configuration is required on the Proxmox host itself.
All backup settings are configured using the standard MSP360 Backup Plan workflow - the same workflow MSP360 users are already familiar with when backing up VMware environments.
Can MSP360 Backup for Proxmox run on a VM hosted on the same Proxmox server?
Q: Can I install MSP360 Backup for Proxmox on a VM running on the same Proxmox host?
A: Yes, this configuration is technically possible, but it requires additional precautions.
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The VM running MSP360 Backup for Proxmox must not back up itself. Because of this, the options “Back up all virtual machines” and “Back up only running virtual machines” are not suitable in this scenario.
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It is strongly recommended to use a datastore that is physically located on a disk separate from the one hosting the virtual machines.
Proxmox generally does not recommend this configuration for production environments. We view this primarily as a workload-related concern, which can be managed with proper planning and configuration. The final decision is left to the user.
As long as backups are performed regularly and stored in a secure backup destination, data will be available when needed.
How do I configure a backup plan?
Q: How do I configure a backup plan for MSP360 Backup for Proxmox?
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Standalone edition: Backup plans are configured locally using the MSP360 Backup GUI.
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Managed edition: Backup plans can be configured remotely via the MSP360 web console or locally using the MSP360 Backup GUI (if allowed).
Do I need Proxmox Backup Server?
Q: Do I need to install Proxmox Backup Server to use MSP360 Backup for Proxmox?
A: No. MSP360 Backup for Proxmox does not require Proxmox Backup Server and does not use it in any way.
Where can I store backups created by MSP360 Backup for Proxmox?
Q: Where can I store Proxmox backups?
A: MSP360 Backup for Proxmox supports the following backup destinations:
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Amazon S3
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Wasabi
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Backblaze B2
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Local storage
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S3-compatible storage
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Microsoft Azure
- Google Cloud Storage
What can MSP360 Backup for Proxmox back up?
Q: What can MSP360 Backup for Proxmox back up?
A: You can back up:
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All existing virtual machines
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All running virtual machines
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Selected virtual machines
Can I choose which disks to back up?
Q: Can I select individual VM disks for backup?
A: At this time, MSP360 Backup for Proxmox backs up all disks attached to a virtual machine. Granular disk selection is planned for a future release.
What license is required?
Q: What license type is required for MSP360 Backup for Proxmox?
A: A VM license is required. Licensing details may vary depending on the deployment and program stage.
Are backups compressed?
Q: Is backup data compressed?
A: Yes. Backups created by MSP360 Backup for Proxmox are compressed automatically. Compression settings are not currently exposed in the GUI.
Are backups encrypted?
Q: Is backup data encrypted?
A: Yes. MSP360 Backup for Proxmox supports encrypted backups using a password you specify.
Are backups incremental?
Q: Are Proxmox backups incremental?
A: Yes. The first backup run is always a full backup. All subsequent backups are incremental.
Can I schedule full backups?
Q: Is it possible to schedule full backups?
A: Yes. MSP360 Backup for Proxmox supports scheduled full backups.
Are synthetic full backups supported?
Q: Are synthetic full backups supported?
A: Synthetic full backups are not supported in the initial version and are planned for a future release.
What restore options are available?
Q: What can I restore?
A: MSP360 Backup for Proxmox allows you to restore a virtual machine to a specified Proxmox server. During restore, you can choose to:
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Power on the restored VM
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Overwrite an existing VM
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Restore the VM as a new instance with a specified name
Is file-level restore supported?
Q: Is item-level restore supported?
A: Yes. MSP360 Backup for Proxmox supports item-level restore, allowing you to recover individual files or folders from a backup.
Final notes
MSP360 Backup for Proxmox is designed to provide a reliable and familiar backup experience for MSPs and IT professionals. Functionality will continue to evolve over time, and feature availability may vary by release. Sign up for beta