Purpose
This article documents the process for manually uninstalling and redeploying the Veeam Transport service, commonly referred to as the Data Mover, for a Linux server that is managed by Veeam Backup & Replication.
Solution
Impact on Running Tasks
The uninstall procedure will cause all Veeam Backup & Replication tasks currently utilizing the Linux server to fail. As such, it is highly recommended to ensure that either no tasks are occurring within Veeam Backup & Replication or that the Linux server is not currently being used by Veeam Backup & Replication.
Generally speaking, if the Linux server is being used by a Veeam Backup & Replication task, there will be a 'veeamagent' process active. Use the following command to check for active 'veeamagent' processes:
ps -e | grep veeamagent
More Information
If any issues occur when the wizard attempts to redeploy the Veeam Data Mover service, review the links below:
Persistent Veeam Data Mover - Requirements and Limitations
Adding Linux Server using 'Single-use credentials for hardened repository'
