Installation Guide for Paragon Protect & Restore Hyper-V Starter Kit

1) Installation Process

1. Download and launch the Paragon Protect & Restore installer package
2. Select: Installation → Administration Server (includes core services for centralized management)
3. Click Next to start the setup wizard
4. The wizard automatically:
   • Checks system requirements
   • Detects missing components (e.g., .NET Framework)
5. Click Install when prompted

Note: Some prerequisites may require a system restart

• The wizard may prompt for service account credentials (default: Local System)

Requirements:

• Must be part of the Local Administrators group
• Must have permissions for:
  • Remote deployment
  • Hyper-V access

Recommendation: Domain Administrator is recommended but not mandatory

• The wizard installs:
  • Administration Server
  • Core backup and communication services
• Launch the Management Console or Web Interface to verify the Administration Server is accessible

Web Interface (if installed):

• https://<server-name>:<port>
• (Port depends on your configuration)

Verification:

• Open Services (services.msc)
• Confirm that Paragon-related services (e.g., Management Service, Backup Service) are running

2) Install Management Console

1. Run the installer again (on the same server or a remote machine)
2. Select: Installation → Management Console
3. Click Install → Finish
4. Open the console via:
   • Desktop shortcut
   • Start menu
5. Enter:
   • Server DNS name or IP address
   • Credentials:
     • Windows account OR
     • User in Paragon Administrators group

This step connects your environment for centralized management.

3) Deploy Hyper-V Backup Components

1. Run the installer on the Hyper-V host machine
2. Ensure WinRM and remote management are enabled (required for remote deployment)
3. Select: Backup Agent for Windows (with Hyper-V support)
4. During setup, enter:
   • Administration Server DNS/IP
   • Default port: 60543 (unless changed)
5. The system installs:
   • Backup Agent
   • Hyper-V integration components

The system automatically registers the host with the Administration Server.

After completion:

• The host appears in:
• Management Console → Infrastructure / Machines

Important:

• Remote deployment requires administrative credentials on the Hyper-V host

4) Activation Process

Online Activation (Recommended)

• Open the Management Console or Paragon licensing portal (ParagonBox, if applicable)
• Sign in to your account
• Enter or redeem your license key

Alternative Activation

• Management Console → Licensing section
• Enter your license key directly

5) Configure Backup Storage

• Go to Management Console → Storage / Repositories
• Add a storage location (local disk, network share, or external storage)
• Ensure sufficient disk space and good disk I/O performance
• This is required before creating backup jobs

6) Create Backup Job

• Go to Management Console → Backup Jobs
• Select the Hyper-V host or virtual machines
• Choose backup type (Full or Incremental)
• Select the storage repository
• Configure schedule (optional)
• Run the first backup manually to verify setup

 

Important Requirements

Network & Firewall

• Open TCP port: 60543 (used for communication between agents and the Administration Server)

DNS & Connectivity

• All machines must:
  • Resolve server hostname
  • Be reachable on the network

Hyper-V

• Hyper-V role must be installed
• VSS must be working properly
• Hyper-V Integration Services must be enabled
• All VSS writers must be stable
• Ensure no stuck or corrupted checkpoints (snapshots)

System Restart

• May be required after prerequisites installation