VMware guest machine fails to start up after the restore if SAN on media server is disconnected during backup job

Article:TECH193641  |  Created: 2012-07-25  |  Updated: 2012-08-06  |  Article URL http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH193641
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Article Type
Technical Solution


Subject

Problem



Although both backup and restore jobs successfully complete, a VMware guest machine fails to start up after the restore. This issue can occur only when SAN transport mode is used and SAN on media server is disconnected during the backup job  for some reasons. Please note that a Job Log reports that backup job successfully completes.

 


Solution



Use NBD transport mode for VMware guest machine backup

 

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This issue is currently under investigation by Symantec Corporation. Pending the outcome of the investigation, this issue may be resolved by way of a patch or hotfix in current or future revisions of the software. However, this particular issue is not currently scheduled for any release.  If you feel this issue has a direct business impact for you and your continued use of the product, please contact your Symantec Sales representative or the Symantec Sales group to discuss these concerns.  For information on how to contact Symantec Sales, please see  http://www.symantec.com

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AVVI: Cannot start up guest machine restored from backup if SAN on media server is disconnected during backup job



Article URL http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH193641


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