Chapter 7: Veeam DataLabs

Veeam Backup & Replication has significant components built into the software that can create a DataLab that allows you to do a variety of testing as well as DEV/QA work. In this chapter, we will take a look at the Veeam DataLab and what it is explicitly. We discuss the different components that make up a Veeam DataLab. We look at how you configure all of the required components to operate a Veeam DataLab. Finally, we will dive into how you go about using the Veeam DataLab for a variety of things, such as troubleshooting a VM, testing software patches and upgrades, and installing software.

By the end of this chapter, you will be able to explain what a Veeam DataLab is and the components required. You will define each part's requirements and know how to set up and configure them within the software. And finally, you will have a better understanding of when to best use a Veeam DataLab.

In this chapter, we're going to cover the following...