Veeam services not starting after reboot ? Since the Veeam version 13.0.1.180, we have noticed a problem on two different Veeam VBR installations on Windows Server 2022: some Veeam services are in a status “stopped” and must be started manually (including Veeam REST service).
After the VBR is booted, you can’t login because some services are not started, if you go to “Services” and start manually the Veeam services, then you will be able to login.
By analyzing the Veeam log, we found the following error:
Failed to wait for Identity service process to be initialized: timed out
A workaround is to increase the timeout:
Set-ItemProperty -Path "HKLM:\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control" -Name ServicesPipeTimeout -Value 60000 -Type DWord
You can now reboot and Veeam will start normally.
We had this problem on 2 different VBR installations, with sufficient ressources.
Unlocking the Benefits of Veeam v13 with OFEP Expertise
Veeam has long been recognized as a leading platform for data protection and recovery, and the release of Veeam Data Platform v13 represents a major step forward in security, resilience, and operational simplicity. With organizations facing increasing ransomware threats and more complex hybrid environments, Veeam v13 delivers tangible benefits that go well beyond traditional backup.
The main advantages of Veeam v13
One of the most important advantages of Veeam v13 is its security‑first design. The introduction of the Veeam Software Appliance (VSA), a pre‑hardened Linux‑based deployment option, significantly reduces the attack surface and removes the need for manual operating system hardening. Combined with enhanced role‑based access control (RBAC), Single Sign‑On (SSO) integration, and built‑in threat detection such as Recon Scanner 3.0, v13 helps organizations strengthen their cyber‑resilience posture while simplifying daily operations.
Veeam v13 also brings major improvements in recovery and flexibility. Features such as Instant Recovery to Microsoft Azure enable rapid disaster recovery without the cost and complexity of maintaining a secondary data center. The new web‑based user interface and AI‑powered intelligence capabilities improve visibility, monitoring, and decision‑making across backup environments, allowing IT teams to act faster and more confidently.
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In short, Veeam v13 provides a powerful foundation for modern data resilience—and with OFEP’s support, organizations can adopt it faster, more securely, and with confidence.
NIS2 Compliance and the Critical Role of Backup and Recovery
The NIS2 Directive significantly raises the bar for cybersecurity and operational resilience across the European Union. Unlike its predecessor, NIS2 explicitly emphasizes business continuity, making backup management and disaster recovery core compliance requirements rather than optional best practices. Organizations classified as essential or important entities must demonstrate that they can maintain or rapidly restore operations following major cyber incidents, including ransomware attacks and system outages.
Under NIS2, organizations are required to establish documented risk‑management measures that include backup management, disaster recovery planning, and crisis response procedures. These measures must align with defined Recovery Time Objectives (RTOs) and ensure continued access to critical IT systems during and after an incident. Regular testing, verification of backup integrity, and protection against unauthorized access are also explicitly highlighted in NIS2 guidance.
Robust backup strategy
Backup solutions play a pivotal role in meeting these obligations. A robust backup and disaster recovery strategy helps organizations minimize downtime, protect data integrity, and maintain operational resilience across a wide range of threat scenarios—from cyberattacks and human error to infrastructure failures. NIS2 guidance consistently links effective backup practices with faster incident recovery and reduced business impact, reinforcing backup as a foundational control rather than a purely technical safeguard.
Importantly, NIS2 also introduces management accountability, meaning that executives may be held responsible for inadequate cybersecurity and continuity measures. This makes it essential for organizations to adopt enterprise‑grade backup solutions that provide immutability, secure access controls, clear reporting, and auditable recovery processes. Such capabilities support both regulatory compliance and internal governance requirements.
In this context, modern backup platforms are not only a technical necessity but also a strategic enabler for NIS2 compliance. By aligning backup and recovery capabilities with NIS2 requirements, organizations can demonstrate preparedness, reduce regulatory risk, and strengthen overall cyber resilience.