Backup Limitation for Virtual Machines with ".VHDS" Disks in BDRSuite

KB ID: 104055

Summary:

This knowledge base article addresses the limitation related to backing up virtual machines that have ".VHDS" format disks attached to them within the BDRSuite application. The article provides insights into the cause of this limitation and the current absence of a solution.

Cause:

The alert indicating that ".VHDS" format disks are not supported in backups arises when a virtual machine configured for backup contains disks in the ".VHDS" format.

Solution:

Currently, there is no available solution for this issue. The BDRSuite application does not offer support for backing up virtual machines that possess disks in the ".VHDS" format. Users encountering this limitation are advised to consider alternative disk formats or explore other backup options compatible with their virtualized environment.

Note: This knowledge base article is intended to inform users about the backup limitation in BDRSuite concerning virtual machines with ".VHDS" disks. The absence of a current solution underscores the need for users to adapt their backup strategies to ensure compatibility and effective data protection.

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