Acronis Backup Advanced for SQL

New generation SQL Server^® backup and recovery software

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Acronis Backup Advanced for SQL provides state-of-the-art protection and fast recovery for Microsoft^® SQL Server^® environments.

Powered by Acronis AnyData Technology, this product leverages innovative, single-pass disk imaging to deliver dramatically faster database backups and reliable recovery operations for your whole SQL Server environment.

Now you can quickly and safely recover an entire SQL Server (either locally or to a remote location), individual items (such as a specific SQL database), or granular data (such as specific tables and views).

Current Version: Acronis Backup Advanced for SQL Version 11.5

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Key Features

Single-Pass Backups for SQL Server

Acronis Backup Advanced for SQL Server applies Acronis’ unique, image-based backup technology to protect your entire SQL Server environment in one simple step. By integrating with SQL, we can also quickly locate and backup specific SQL database files (.mdf, .ndf, .ldf), regardless of where they reside—even in different volumes or NAS locations.

SQL Log Truncation

To save disk space, SQL logs can be automatically truncated after each full, incremental, or differential backup.

SQL-Aware Recovery Interface

Acronis automatically identifies SQL Server databases and offers SQL specific recovery capabilities. This ensures that you can recover your database backup (or a component of it) as quickly as possible.

SQL Recovery Catalog

Acronis automatically generates a SQL-specific catalog that you can use to search for SQL instances and database versions, ensuring quick recovery.

Mounting Databases Without Restoring

Acronis allows you to quickly access information by mounting a SQL database directly from the backup repository. We do this in read-only mode to ensure the integrity of your database backup copy.

SQL Active Restore

Active Restore will first copy only the SQL files required for fast recovery, allowing users access to the database while the rest of the data is being restored. This reduces expensive downtime and gets SQL users back to work as quickly as possible after an outage.

Direct Performance Management

Maintain optimal SQL Server performance during backups! Acronis Backup Advanced for SQL Server lets you control your environment with bandwidth and disk-write speed throttling, ensuring uninterrupted system performance during backup.

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Efficient Incremental Backups

Incremental backups identify only the changes made since the last backup, significantly reducing backup time and any impact on network bandwidth or backup storage.

Disaster Recovery

Recover your entire SQL Server backup in minutes — even to dissimilar hardware or a virtual server! Acronis can quickly restore your data locally or remotely using a Linux Kernel, WinPE, or a PXE server to start the new server. Acronis’ driver injection and SID change capabilities will get you up and running quickly on new hardware.

Deduplication

Built-in block level data deduplication can be run on either the source or target side, minimizing data movement. This helps reduce the cost of additional storage and minimizes network loads.

Centralized Management/Reporting

All Acronis Backup Advanced suite products are supported by a centralized management and reporting console. Manage and report on all backup operations for all physical and virtual machines from a single dashboard.

Modular Architecture

Acronis’ flexible modular architecture allows you to add more Acronis Backup Advanced products to your core solution at any time. Start with your immediate needs, then, as your business grows, simply plug in additional products to protect any new servers or workstations—without having to install a whole new backup environment!

Requirements

Supported operating systems
- Windows Server 2003/2003 R2 – Standard and Enterprise editions (x86, x64)
- Windows Small Business Server 2003/2003 R2
- Windows Server 2008 – Standard, Enterprise, and Datacenter editions (x86, x64)
- Windows Small Business Server 2008
- Windows 7 – all editions except for the Starter and Home editions (x86, x64)
- Windows Server 2008 R2 – Standard, Enterprise, Datacenter, and Foundation editions
- Windows MultiPoint Server 2010/2011/2012
- Windows Small Business Server 2011 – all editions
- Windows 8/8.1 – all editions except for the Windows RT editions (x86, x64)
- Windows Server 2012/2012 R2 – all editions
- Windows Storage Server 2003/2008/2008 R2/2012/2012 R2
Supported Microsoft SQL Server versions
- Microsoft SQL Server 2005
- Microsoft SQL Server 2008
- Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2
- Microsoft SQL Server 2012
- Microsoft SQL Server 2014
Supported Storage Media
- Hard disk drives
- Networked storage devices (SMB and FTP)
- CD / DVD / HD-DVD / Blu-Ray
- ZIP^®, Rev^® and other removable media
- P-ATA (IDE), S-ATA, SCSI, iSCSI, IEEE1394 (Firewire) and USB 1.1 / 2.0 /3.0 drives, PC card
- Tape drives and tape autoloaders
- Acronis Cloud Storage

Products renaming FAQ

Have you renamed some of your products?

A: Yes! We’ve renamed the Acronis Backup & Recovery line of products:

OLD NAME	NEW NAME
Acronis Backup & Recovery	Acronis Backup family
Acronis Backup & Recovery Advanced Server	Acronis Backup Advanced suite
Acronis Backup & Recovery Workstation	Acronis Backup for PC
Acronis Backup & Recovery Advanced Workstation	Acronis Backup Advanced for PC
Acronis Backup & Recovery Online	Acronis Backup to Cloud*
Acronis vmProtect	Acronis Backup for VMware

*Now with volume-based subscription pricing.

For a more detailed description, check out our product renaming matrix.

Where can I get the latest updates for ABR11.5?

Don’t worry. We’ve only changed the name! To update Acronis Backup & Recovery 11.5, simply click one of our new Acronis Backup download links. This will download Acronis Backup Version 11.5 (Update 4). This is the same product as before but it now includes improved functionality and several bug fixes (see release notes). We strongly recommend that you update your Acronis Backup product with this new build.

Will my previously purchased licenses work with the new updates?

A: Certainly! Updating doesn’t require a license. Even if you perform a clean installation on a new machine, your licenses will be accepted.

Why can’t I find Universal Restore and Deduplication add-on options?

A: Good news! This functionality is now available for free, even if you didn’t have it before. All you need to do is update your installation:

The Acronis Backup Advanced suite now includes Universal Restore and Deduplication
The Acronis Backup family now includes Universal Restore
Go here to download and install Acronis Universal Restore: https://kb.acronis.com/aur

What is the latest version of this product?

A: The current release for both Acronis Backup and Acronis Backup Advanced products is Version 11.5.

Acronis Backup Advanced for SQL

1. Select number of servers to backupAcronis Backup Advanced will back up your servers to any on-site location: network folders, FTP, portable media, external hard drives, NAS, and more. Purchase includes a perpetual license and a subscription to Acronis Advantage Premier Support.

2. Select critical services for exceptionally large backups