Veritas Backup Exec Bronze + Verified Support - On-Premise Subscription License (Renewal) - 1 Front End TB - 1 Year

Protect your most valuable data with Veritas Backup Exec Bronze + Verified Support, an on-premise subscription license renewal designed for academic institutions and organizations that require dependable, comprehensive backup and recovery. This offering delivers 1 Front End TB of storage capacity and a full year of license validity, paired with Veritas’ Verified Support to ensure you stay current with software updates and expert assistance. The inclusion of Veritas Academic Licensing Program (ALP) means eligible schools and universities can access powerful data protection features at scalable, educational pricing, enabling faculty, researchers, and students to work with confidence in a secure backup environment. The Bronze tier provides essential support and protection, giving you peace of mind as you safeguard servers, databases, virtual machines, and critical applications across on-premises infrastructure. With simple renewal terms and a proven track record in enterprise-grade backup and disaster recovery, this solution is ideal for labs, departments, and small to mid-sized organizations that prioritize reliability, affordability, and easy management.

• Comprehensive data protection and rapid recovery: Backup Exec Bronze supports backup for physical and virtual environments, databases, and applications across Windows Server, VMware, Hyper-V, and other common platforms. It enables application-aware backups, granular restores, bare-metal recovery, and flexible recovery options to minimize downtime, ensure business continuity, and meet compliance requirements. Features such as incremental backups, deduplication, encryption, and centralized management deliver robust protection, reduce storage demands, and simplify restore workflows when time matters most.
• Flexible on‑premise deployment with 1 TB front-end capacity: This renewal is designed for on-premises use with a defined 1 Front End TB of storage capacity. The solution fits organizations needing a predictable, site-local backup strategy, while providing room to scale within the licensed capacity. The on-premises model gives you immediate control over backup windows, retention, and disaster recovery planning, without reliance on third-party cloud-only approaches.
• Verified Support at the Bronze level for dependable assistance: Included Verified Support delivers access to critical software updates, patches, and technical guidance to help prevent downtime. Bronze support emphasizes timely responsiveness for routine issues, best-practice guidance, and access to the Veritas support ecosystem, enabling your team to operate with confidence and maintain regulatory and security standards across your backup infrastructure.
• Academic Licensing Program (ALP) with cost-effective pricing: The ALP enables eligible educational institutions to acquire Veritas Backup Exec at attractive academic rates, making enterprise-grade data protection affordable for classrooms, research labs, and departmental data stores. ALP support helps educational organizations manage licensing costs while enabling faculty and students to learn and innovate with reliable backup and recovery capabilities.
• Scalability, manageability, and integration: Designed for growth, this Bronze package integrates with existing on-premises hardware and storage targets. You can manage backup policies, schedules, and storage in a centralized console, streamline alerting and reporting, and extend protection to new workloads as data volumes expand. The combination of on-prem deployment, scalable backup options, and straightforward administration makes it suitable for small teams seeking enterprise-grade protection without complexity.

Technical Details of Veritas Backup Exec Bronze + Verified Support - On-Premise Subscription License (Renewal) - 1 Front End TB - 1 Year

• License Type: On-Premise Subscription License (Renewal)
• Front End TB: 1 TB
• License Validity: 1 Year
• Support Level: Verified Support (Bronze)
• Academic Licensing: Veritas Academic Licensing Program (ALP)
• Deployment: On-Premises, designed for Windows Server environments
• Platform Compatibility: Supports standard server environments and virtualization backups (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V) as part of Backup Exec capabilities
• Backup Scope: Physical and virtual servers, databases, applications; including application-aware backups and granular restore options
• Storage Targets: 1 Front End TB capacity included; compatible with local disks, tapes, and supported cloud or networked storage targets

How to install Veritas Backup Exec Bronze + Verified Support

Installing this on-premises backup solution is straightforward and designed to integrate smoothly with existing infrastructure. Follow these steps to deploy and activate your license, configure storage, and set up core backup policies so you can protect data from day one.

• Prepare your environment: Verify that your Windows Server hardware meets the baseline requirements for Backup Exec, and confirm you have access to the 1 TB of front-end storage as part of the license. Ensure all critical systems and databases you plan to protect are identified, and establish a storage target strategy (local disk, network share, or compatible external storage) to receive backups.
• Install the Backup Exec software: Run the installer on your chosen Windows Server, selecting the Bronze edition or equivalent option as provided by your license. Complete the installation wizard, including required components such as the Backup Exec server, media servers, and required agents for protected workloads.
• Activate and apply the license: Open the Backup Exec management console and navigate to the licensing section. Enter your license key or activation details provided with the purchase, then apply the license to enable the Bronze features. Confirm that the 1 TB front-end capacity is recognized and that the software reports a healthy license status.
• Configure storage and backups: Add your backup storage targets and create the first backup policy. Define what to back up (servers, databases, applications), set backup windows, retention rules, and encryption preferences. Enable deduplication where appropriate to optimize storage use and performance.
• Set up verification and ongoing maintenance: Establish alerting for backup success/failure, schedule regular tests of restores, and configure reporting. If you are using ALP, ensure your academic eligibility remains current, and set renewal reminders to maintain uninterrupted protection and support coverage.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What does Veritas Backup Exec Bronze + Verified Support include?

  A: This package provides on-premises backup and recovery capabilities with Bronze Verified Support, including software updates and access to Veritas support resources. It is combined with 1 Front End TB of storage capacity and a 1-year license term, plus eligibility for Veritas ALP pricing for academic institutions.

• Q: How long does the license last?

  A: The license term is 1 year from the date of activation. After expiration, renewal is required to maintain continued access to updates, support, and ongoing backup protection under the Subscription model.

• Q: What does 1 Front End TB mean?

  A: Front End TB refers to the allowable storage capacity for backups that are directly managed by the backup software. It represents the amount of data that can be protected and restored within the licensed tier, with room for growth through storage expansion or policy adjustments as your data footprint evolves.

• Q: Is this licensing suitable for academic environments?

  A: Yes. The package is aligned with Veritas Academic Licensing Program (ALP), which provides discounted, education-focused pricing to eligible schools, universities, and research institutions while delivering full backup and recovery capabilities for academic workloads.

• Q: How do I renew or extend the license after one year?

  A: Renewal is typically handled through the original sales channel or your Veritas account. You will receive renewal options before the current term ends, and the process includes updating the license terms, continuing access to Verified Support, and preserving your on-premise backup configuration and storage policy settings.

• Q: What platforms and workloads are supported?

  A: Backup Exec Bronze supports a range of on-premises workloads, including Windows Server environments and popular virtualization platforms (such as VMware and Hyper-V) for host-based backups, as well as application-aware backups for databases and key enterprise applications. Always verify compatibility with your specific versions and hardware in your environment.