Veeam Explorer Restores

Updated on March 20, 2025

VMOBACKUP allows Microsoft 365 restores through an on-premises Veeam Backup & Replication installation.

Configuring VMOBACKUP as a Cloud Connect Provider #

To enable restores, the on-premises Veeam Backup & Replication server must be configured with VMOBACKUP O365 Service as a Cloud Connect Service Provider.

Steps to Configure:

  • Open the Veeam Backup & Replication Console.
  • Navigate to Backup Infrastructure > Service Providers.
  • Click Add Service Provider.
  • Enter the provided URL (from VMOBACKUP support) and click Next.
  • Click Add…, then enter the username and password.
  • Click Next and then Finish.

Performing Restores #

Selecting the Right Explorer #

Depending on the type of restore, open the correct Veeam Explorer from the Start Menu:

Connecting to the Restore Service #

Open the selected Veeam Explorer.

Right-click Stores (Exchange), Databases (SharePoint), or Organizations (Teams/OneDrive) and select “Connect to Veeam Backup for Office 365 Service Provider…”.

Choose the VMOBACKUP service provider URL from the dropdown.

Authenticate using a Microsoft 365 Global Admin account.

Selecting the Restore Point #

Choose the desired time frame for the restore or use the latest available state (default).

Click Open, and the selected data will be loaded for restores.

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