Hi, I do have the need to perform some "powered off" backups using Veeam (or any other software for the matter).
The "Powered off" backups would be performed like once a Qtr and I was looking if I can find a way to schedule the entire process but I have met a problem and need some kind advise.
Software:
- ESXi 5.1.0 1743533 with vCenter 5.1 (I do not know exact version)
- Veeam 7.0.0.871
Proposed task
1. Shutting down VMs (Running Windows 2008 & Windows 2012)
- To run 30 min before scheduled backup job
- Rather straightforward as shutdown can be scheduled via Windows or even viClient
2. Backup VMs
- run scheduled VM backup
- run scheduled Backup copy to tape (optional, can run almost anytime later)
- Run script to boot up VM
The problem
The problem now is that most backup software have the function to run scripts or batch files after the backup completes.
Can someone kindly guide me how to write a "DOS" batch file to boot up a Virtual Machine
Alternative
The only alternative that I have tried is to use vCenter to schedule a VM "power up" time. But if the backup exceeds the timing, I may not have a "powered down" VM backup copy.
Please kindly advise