SQL Express 2017 compatibility

[matteu]

Hello,

I don't find any information about sql express 2017 compatibility with veeam.
I need to upgrade my veeam 9.5u3 to 9.5u4b and I would like to know if I can upgrade my sql express 2012 to 2017 ?

[HannesK]

Hello,
where did you search? It's in the User Guide

https://helpcenter.veeam.com/docs/backu ... l?ver=95u4


Best regards,
Hannes

[matteu]

it's exactly where I'm talking about ^^

Microsoft SQL Server 2016 (Microsoft SQL Server 2016 SP1 Express Edition is included in the setup)*

Nothing about SQL EXPRESS 2017 only about sql 2017

[HannesK]

Hello,
well, then probably something is lost in translation

Local or remote installation of the following versions of Microsoft SQL Server:

Microsoft SQL Server 2017

All editions of Microsoft SQL Server are supported.

The text you are quoting is just for information which SQL version Veeam installs during setup.

Best regards,
Hannes

[matteu]

Thanks for your answer but :
All editions of Microsoft SQL Server are supported. The usage of Microsoft SQL Server Express Edition is limited by the database size up to 10 Gb. If you plan to have larger databases, use other editions of Microsoft SQL Server.

Edition = sql express, standard, enterprise.

Nothing is written explicitely to think sql 2017 express edition is supported.
But if you can confirm me it's ok

[HannesK]

Hello,
hmm,if "SQL 2017" is supported (as stated) and all editions are supported (as stated, which includes express edition), then it means that SQL 2017 express is supported.

No edition restrictions are mentioned anywhere. We only note which version and edition are included in the setup.

Best regards,
Hannes

[matteu]

You're right !
Thanks