0xe00086cc Backup Exec Official

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The error in Veritas Backup Exec typically points to an "Access Denied" failure. This often occurs when the Backup Exec engine cannot authenticate or communicate with a remote server, such as a SQL instance or a Windows agent. The Story of Error 0xe00086cc: The Failed Handshake

  • Ensure the Backup Exec service account has Admin privileges on the vCenter or ESXi host.
  • Check that transport mode is set to Network (not SAN or HotAdd) temporarily to isolate snapshot issues.
  • Disable CBT (Changed Block Tracking) and re-enable it on the VM.

7.8/10 to 9.5/10

Despite setup hurdles, long-term users and IT professionals often rate Backup Exec highly (averaging on sites like PeerSpot ) for the following reasons: 0xe00086cc backup exec

  • Open Device Manager → verify tape drive or disk device appears without yellow exclamation marks.
  • For disk storage: ensure the drive letter or mount point exists and is accessible.