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Azure Backup – Testing Large Disk Backup

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Guys,

Now it is possible to backup LARGE disks, disks up to 32TB each, with a maximum of 256TB per Virtual Machine. Shall we test it?

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Eduardo Kieling

🏆 Microsoft Azure MVP

Cloud Computing specialist focused on delivering intelligent SAP and non-SAP system migrations, optimizing cloud infrastructure, and automating deployments for scalability and efficiency. He holds a Master’s degree in Applied Computing and certifications from top global IT providers.

As a Microsoft Azure MVP, Eduardo collaborates closely with Microsoft’s product teams and shares his expertise with the global tech community through speaking engagements, articles, and mentoring. He is the founder of Azure RS, one of Brazil’s leading cloud computing communities.

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