While Veeam has shifted toward VUL, many legacy customers still use socket-based licenses. These are tied to the physical CPU sockets in your hosts.

Installing Veeam Backup & Replication requires a license to move beyond the 30-day trial or to unlock features. Step 1: Downloading Your Veeam License File ( .lic )

: Launch the Veeam Backup & Replication console and click on the main menu (top-left corner).

Before downloading, identify which license type matches your deployment:

By following this guide, you can confidently deploy Veeam Backup & Replication with a valid license and ensure your backup infrastructure remains fully functional and compliant.

3. How to Install Your License in Veeam Backup & Replication

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Ensure you are using the .lic file, not a license key string.

Select from the dropdown menu to open the License Information window. Click the Install button.

If your network is connected to the internet, Veeam will connect to the to keep the license current. If your environment is air-gapped (no internet access), you must manually download a new license file from my.veeam.com and install it.