The easiest way to install Veeam: A step-by-step guide for beginners.

This guide explains how install Veeam In the simplest way Suitable for beginners By explaining it step-by-step, in the order of clicks. So that you can install it without confusion. The examples in this manual use... Veeam Backup & Replication on Windows This is the most common usage pattern. 

Step 1: Prepare the system. 

Before beginning the installation, make sure your environment is ready. 

Minimum checklist 

• Windows Server or Windows 10/11 (64-bit) 
• Administrator account 
• At least 4 GB of RAM (8 GB recommended). 
• Sufficient disk space for storing backups. 
• internet connection 

Things to check 

• Log in to Windows with administrator privileges. 
• Run Windows Update 
• Restart the system if requested. 

Step 2: Download the Veeam installer. 

• Open a web browser. 
• Go to the Veeam Download page: 
  https://www.veeam.com/services/auth/login 
• download file Veeam Backup & Replication ISO 
• Save the file to your computer. 

Once downloaded, you're ready for installation. 

Step 3: Mount and launch the installer. 

• Right-click the downloaded ISO file. 
• Choose Mount 
• Open the mounted drive. 
• Double click the file. Setup.exe 

The Veeam installation menu screen will appear. 

Step 4: Start the Installation Wizard. 

• click Install Veeam Backup & Replication 
• Wait for the installer to load. 
• You will see the Welcome screen. 
• click Next 

The system will proceed with the automatic installation process. 

Step 5: Accept the Terms of Use. 

• Read the License Agreement 
• Mark that I accept the terms 
• click Next 

You cannot proceed without accepting the agreement. 

Step 6: Check system settings. 

Veeam will automatically check for necessary components. 

• Check required items 
  (e.g., SQL, .NET Framework, Visual C++) 
• If there are any missing items, click them. Install 
• Wait until the installation is finished. 
• click Next 

This step helps Veeam function correctly after installation. 

Step 7: Choose the installation method. 

• Choose Install Veeam Backup & Replication 
• Use all default settings (recommended). 
• click Next 

For beginners, using the default settings is the best option. 

Step 8: Configure SQL Server 

• Choose Use local instance of SQL Server 
• Use the default database name. 
• click Connect 

Veeam will automatically configure the database. 

Step 9: Set up your Service account. 

• use Local System Account (default) 
• click Next 

You can change this setting later. 

Step 10: Review the summary before installation. 

• Check all the options that have been selected. 
• click Install 
• Wait for installation (approximately 5–10 minutes). 

Do not close the installation window during the process. 

Step 11: Complete and activate Veeam. 

• click Finish 
• Mark that Launch Veeam Backup & Replication 
• click Close 

The Veeam console will open automatically. 

Step 12: Initial setup after installation (recommended) 

After the program is launched: 

• click Backup Infrastructure 
• Add a virtual server or system. 
• Configure Backup Repository 
• Create your first backup job. 

At this stage, the Veeam system will be fully ready for use. 

Installation summary 

You have successfully completed the following steps: 

• Install Veeam step-by-step. 
• Use default settings safely. 
• Prepare the system for data backup. 

This method is ideal for labs, small businesses, and first-time users who want a quick, stable, and uncomplicated setup.