Dell EMC Release Notes for PowerStore Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy Provider Plug-in User's Guide
Summary
The PowerStore VSS Provider Plug-in is a critical Windows service that integrates Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) with your PowerStore storage system, enabling secure LUN snapshot creation via iSCSI or FC protocols. This manual provides detailed release notes and comprehensive guidance on installation, new features (including 64-bit support for Windows Server versions), and system requirements. It is essential reading for IT administrators managing virtualized environments who need to ensure reliable, snapshot-based data protection across their PowerStore infrastructure.
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Rev. 01 Release Date: April 2021
Dell EMC Release Notes for Power Store Microsoft Volume Shadow Copy (VSS) Provider Plug-in This release notes contain supplemental information about the Power Store VSS Plug-in. Current Release Version: 1.0.0.8 Previous Release Version: N/A Release Type: Major (MA) Topics: Revision history ............................................................................................................................................................. 1 Product description ........................................................................................................................................................ 1 New features .................................................................................................................................................................. 1 Environment and system requirements ......................................................................................................................... 1 Installation and upgrade considerations ........................................................................................................................ 2 Where to get help .......................................................................................................................................................... 3
Revision history This section provides a description of document changes. Revision history Document revision Date Description 01 April 2021 Initial Release – Ver. 1.0.0.8
Product description The Power Store VSS Provider Plug-in runs as a Windows service and serves as an interface between Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) and the Power Store system. The VSS HW Provider supports creation of LUN snapshots (Shadow Copies) with the i SCSI or FC protocols.
New features The VSS Plug-in is now available for 64-bit Windows platforms. The 64-bit VSS Plug-in supports Windows 2012 R2, Windows 2016 and Windows 2019 (64-bit only).
Environment and system requirements Refer to the Power Store Support Matrix on the support website for compatibility and interoperability information.
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Manual Details
| Brand | Microsoft |
|---|---|
| Pages | 4 |
| File Size | 137.79 KB |
| Published | June 06, 2026 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the VSS Provider Plug-in?
It runs as a Windows service, acting as an interface between Windows Volume Shadow Copy Service (VSS) and the PowerStore system.
Which protocols does the VSS HW Provider support for LUN snapshots?
The VSS HW Provider supports creation of LUN snapshots using either iSCSI or FC protocols.
Which Windows platforms are compatible with the 64-bit VSS Plug-in?
It supports Windows 2012 R2, Windows 2016, and Windows 2019 (all 64-bit only).
Where can I find compatibility details for this plug-in?
Refer to the PowerStore Support Matrix on the support website for detailed information.