Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2012 15.0.2000.5

The Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2012 is a software tool developed by Microsoft Corporation. It is a Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) writer that allows Microsoft SQL Server 2012 to participate in the VSS backup process.

The tool enables the creation of point-in-time copies of database files, while maintaining transactional consistency. This capability ensures that backups are reliable and offer more robust restore capabilities, especially in high-availability environments where maintaining near-continuous availability is critical.

The Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2012 was designed to work with third-party backup software that supports the VSS framework. It creates backup sets containing the SQL Server data and log files to be backed up and provides appropriate metadata for fast and efficient restore operations.

• Key features:
• • Allows SQL Server to participate in VSS backups
  • Maintains transactional consistency during backups
  • Enables fast and efficient restore operations
  • Works with third-party backup software supporting VSS
  • Offers robust restore capabilities

The Microsoft VSS Writer for SQL Server 2012 is a valuable tool for IT administrators seeking to implement reliable and efficient backup and restore processes for their SQL Server databases.