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+ [Configuring HYCU Backup](hosted_private_cloud/nutanix_on_ovhcloud/40-hycu-backup)
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+ [Agent Backup for IaaS](storage-backup-and-disaster-recovery-solution-agent-backup-for-iaas)
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+ [Getting started with VSPC](storage_and_backup/backup_and_disaster_recovery_solutions/veeam/VSPC_first_steps)
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+ [Bare Metal recovery with Veeam Backup Agent](storage_and_backup/backup_and_disaster_recovery_solutions/veeam/veeam_agent_bare_metal_recovery)
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+ [Managed Kubernetes - Data Protection](storage-backup-and-disaster-recovery-solution-kubernetes-data-protection)
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+ [Backup and Restore OVHcloud Managed Kubernetes Cluster, Namespace and Applications using TrilioVault for Kubernetes](public_cloud/containers_orchestration/managed_kubernetes/backup-and-restore-cluster-namespace-and-applications-with-trilio)
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+ [Backing-up an OVHcloud Managed Kubernetes cluster using CloudCasa](public_cloud/containers_orchestration/managed_kubernetes/backup-and-restore-cluster-using-cloudcasa)

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title: Bare Metal recovery with Veeam Backup Agent
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excerpt: Learn how to restore your entire system using a recovery ISO and Veeam backups stored at OVHcloud, whether hosted or on-premise
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updated: 2025-04-17
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---
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## Objective
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**This guide explains how to recover your entire system using Veeam's Bare Metal Recovery, with your backups stored in a Veeam Cloud Connect repository hosted by OVHcloud.**
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You’ll learn how to:
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- Create a recovery ISO (a file that helps you start your machine when it doesn’t boot)
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- Use it to access and restore your latest backup stored on the OVHcloud infrastructure
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This guide is designed for all OVHcloud customers using Veeam backup, whether your infrastructure is hosted by us or on your own premises.
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You can use it if you're running:
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- A Windows-based VPS
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- A Public Cloud Compute instance with Windows
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- A Bare Metal server using the Veeam Agent
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- A Hosted Private Cloud (PCC) VM running Windows
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- A physical or virtual machine on your premises with Windows or Linux
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> [!warning]
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> This guide focuses on the Veeam Agent for Windows. If you're using the Veeam Agent for Linux, the process is similar, although the interface is text-based.
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## Requirements
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Before you begin, make sure you have:
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- A [Veeam Enterprise solution](/links/hosted-private-cloud/veeam-enterprise) set up with OVHcloud
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- A tenant delivered with the Alpha Backup Agent
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- A machine where the Veeam Backup Agent is installed and has already pushed at least one backup to the Cloud Connect repository
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- A supported operating system:
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- Windows Server 2012 or newer, or
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- A Linux distribution supported by Veeam Agent for Linux
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- Administrator access to the machine
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- A way to boot from the recovery ISO:
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- Use a USB key or external drive if you're restoring a physical machine
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- Use a virtual CD/DVD drive if you're restoring a virtual machine
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## Instructions
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### Step 1: Create your recovery media ISO
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If your computer ever stops working, you’ll need a recovery ISO to boot it up.
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Here's how to create it:
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1\. Open the **Create Recovery Media** tool on your computer (it comes with the Veeam Backup Agent).
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![Launch the Create Recovery Media tool](images/bare_metal_recovery_01.png){.thumbnail}
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2\. Veeam will ask if you want to include extra drivers.
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> **Tip:** If you’re using special hardware (like a RAID controller or a Wi-Fi dongle), select the drivers you need. Otherwise, the default is usually fine.
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![Select drivers for boot image](images/bare_metal_recovery_02.png){.thumbnail}
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3\. Choose where to save the recovery ISO and give it a name.
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![Set ISO location and name](images/bare_metal_recovery_03.png){.thumbnail}
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4\. Let the tool finish. Your ISO file will be created.
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![Recovery ISO creation complete](images/bare_metal_recovery_04.png){.thumbnail}
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![Recovery file](images/bare_metal_recovery_05.png){.thumbnail}
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You can now use this ISO to create a bootable USB stick using a tool like Rufus — or, if you're restoring a VM, mount the ISO directly in your VM management console.
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### Step 2: Boot your computer from the recovery ISO
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If your system isn’t working and you need to restore it:
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1\. Plug in the USB stick or mount the ISO in your VM console, then **boot the system from it**.
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> **Not sure how to boot from USB?** Restart your physical machine and press the key shown (usually F2, F12, ESC, or DEL) to access the boot menu.
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> **For virtual machines**, use your hypervisor interface (e.g., OpenStack, vSphere, Proxmox) to attach the ISO and boot from it.
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2\. Once the system starts, the Veeam Recovery Wizard will open. Click `Bare Metal Recovery`{.action}.
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![Launch Bare Metal Recovery](images/step2_01.png){.thumbnail}
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3\. Select `Network Storage`{.action} to access your online backups.
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> [!warning]
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> If your network is not detected, you may need to manually configure it. Click `Configure network settings`{.action} and load any missing drivers.
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![Select Network Storage](images/step2_02.png){.thumbnail}
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4\. Select `Veeam Cloud Connect repository`{.action}.
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![Choose Cloud Connect Repository](images/step2_03.png){.thumbnail}
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5\. Enter the following address when prompted for the service provider:
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```bash
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backup.private.ovhcloud.dev
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```
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![Enter DNS](images/step2_04.png){.thumbnail}
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6\. Enter your username and password to log in.
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![Enter credentials](images/step2_05.png){.thumbnail}
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7\. Select the `server`{.action} you want to restore.
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![Select server](images/step2_06.png){.thumbnail}
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8\. Choose the `restore point (date/time)`{.action} you want to go back to.
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We recommend using the most recent successful backup unless you have a specific reason to go back further.
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![Choose restore point](images/step2_07.png){.thumbnail}
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9\. Choose the `Restore mode`{.action} that fits your situation (usually **Entire computer**).
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![Recovery mode](images/step2_08.png){.thumbnail}
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10\. Review the summary and start the `Restore`{.action}.
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![Launch restore - confirmation](images/step2_09.png){.thumbnail}
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![Launch restore - progress](images/step2_10.png){.thumbnail}
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> [!warning]
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> The recovery process may take a while, depending on the size of your backup and your internet speed. Once complete, your system will reboot with all your data restored to the selected backup point.
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## Go further
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If you need training or technical assistance to implement our solutions, please contact your Technical Account Manager or click on [this link](/links/professional-services) to get a quote and ask our Professional Services experts for a custom analysis of your project.
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Ask questions, give your feedback and interact directly with the team building our Hosted Private Cloud services on the dedicated [Discord](https://discord.gg/ovhcloud) channel.
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Join our [community of users](/links/community).

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title: Bare Metal recovery with Veeam Backup Agent
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excerpt: Learn how to restore your entire system using a recovery ISO and Veeam backups stored at OVHcloud, whether hosted or on-premise
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updated: 2025-04-17
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---
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## Objective
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**This guide explains how to recover your entire system using Veeam's Bare Metal Recovery, with your backups stored in a Veeam Cloud Connect repository hosted by OVHcloud.**
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You’ll learn how to:
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- Create a recovery ISO (a file that helps you start your machine when it doesn’t boot)
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- Use it to access and restore your latest backup stored on the OVHcloud infrastructure
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This guide is designed for all OVHcloud customers using Veeam backup, whether your infrastructure is hosted by us or on your own premises.
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You can use it if you're running:
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- A Windows-based VPS
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- A Public Cloud Compute instance with Windows
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- A Bare Metal server using the Veeam Agent
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- A Hosted Private Cloud (PCC) VM running Windows
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- A physical or virtual machine on your premises with Windows or Linux
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> [!warning]
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> This guide focuses on the Veeam Agent for Windows. If you're using the Veeam Agent for Linux, the process is similar, although the interface is text-based.
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## Requirements
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Before you begin, make sure you have:
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- A [Veeam Enterprise solution](/links/hosted-private-cloud/veeam-enterprise) set up with OVHcloud
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- A tenant delivered with the Alpha Backup Agent
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- A machine where the Veeam Backup Agent is installed and has already pushed at least one backup to the Cloud Connect repository
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- A supported operating system:
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- Windows Server 2012 or newer, or
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- A Linux distribution supported by Veeam Agent for Linux
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- Administrator access to the machine
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- A way to boot from the recovery ISO:
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- Use a USB key or external drive if you're restoring a physical machine
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- Use a virtual CD/DVD drive if you're restoring a virtual machine
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## Instructions
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### Step 1: Create your recovery media ISO
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If your computer ever stops working, you’ll need a recovery ISO to boot it up.
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Here's how to create it:
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1\. Open the **Create Recovery Media** tool on your computer (it comes with the Veeam Backup Agent).
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![Launch the Create Recovery Media tool](images/bare_metal_recovery_01.png){.thumbnail}
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2\. Veeam will ask if you want to include extra drivers.
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> **Tip:** If you’re using special hardware (like a RAID controller or a Wi-Fi dongle), select the drivers you need. Otherwise, the default is usually fine.
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![Select drivers for boot image](images/bare_metal_recovery_02.png){.thumbnail}
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3\. Choose where to save the recovery ISO and give it a name.
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![Set ISO location and name](images/bare_metal_recovery_03.png){.thumbnail}
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4\. Let the tool finish. Your ISO file will be created.
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![Recovery ISO creation complete](images/bare_metal_recovery_04.png){.thumbnail}
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![Recovery file](images/bare_metal_recovery_05.png){.thumbnail}
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You can now use this ISO to create a bootable USB stick using a tool like Rufus — or, if you're restoring a VM, mount the ISO directly in your VM management console.
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### Step 2: Boot your computer from the recovery ISO
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If your system isn’t working and you need to restore it:
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1\. Plug in the USB stick or mount the ISO in your VM console, then **boot the system from it**.
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> **Not sure how to boot from USB?** Restart your physical machine and press the key shown (usually F2, F12, ESC, or DEL) to access the boot menu.
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> **For virtual machines**, use your hypervisor interface (e.g., OpenStack, vSphere, Proxmox) to attach the ISO and boot from it.
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2\. Once the system starts, the Veeam Recovery Wizard will open. Click `Bare Metal Recovery`{.action}.
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![Launch Bare Metal Recovery](images/step2_01.png){.thumbnail}
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3\. Select `Network Storage`{.action} to access your online backups.
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> [!warning]
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![Select Network Storage](images/step2_02.png){.thumbnail}
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4\. Select `Veeam Cloud Connect repository`{.action}.
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![Choose Cloud Connect Repository](images/step2_03.png){.thumbnail}
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5\. Enter the following address when prompted for the service provider:
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```bash
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backup.private.ovhcloud.dev
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```
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![Enter DNS](images/step2_04.png){.thumbnail}
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6\. Enter your username and password to log in.
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![Enter credentials](images/step2_05.png){.thumbnail}
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7\. Select the `server`{.action} you want to restore.
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![Select server](images/step2_06.png){.thumbnail}
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8\. Choose the `restore point (date/time)`{.action} you want to go back to.
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We recommend using the most recent successful backup unless you have a specific reason to go back further.
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![Choose restore point](images/step2_07.png){.thumbnail}
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9\. Choose the `Restore mode`{.action} that fits your situation (usually **Entire computer**).
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![Recovery mode](images/step2_08.png){.thumbnail}
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10\. Review the summary and start the `Restore`{.action}.
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![Launch restore - confirmation](images/step2_09.png){.thumbnail}
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![Launch restore - progress](images/step2_10.png){.thumbnail}
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> [!warning]
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> The recovery process may take a while, depending on the size of your backup and your internet speed. Once complete, your system will reboot with all your data restored to the selected backup point.
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## Go further
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If you need training or technical assistance to implement our solutions, please contact your Technical Account Manager or click on [this link](/links/professional-services) to get a quote and ask our Professional Services experts for a custom analysis of your project.
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Ask questions, give your feedback and interact directly with the team building our Hosted Private Cloud services on the dedicated [Discord](https://discord.gg/ovhcloud) channel.
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Join our [community of users](/links/community).

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