Specifications

Replicate New File System
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Hierarchy
Type
Choose the data replication type you wish to create by selecting one
of the following:
l Replicate New File System
l Replicate Existing File System
l DataKeeper Resource
The next sequence of dialog boxes depends on which Hierarchy Type you have chosen. While
some of the dialog boxes may be the same for each Hierarchy Type, their sequence and the required
information may be slightly different. The following three topics will take you through the remainder of
the Hierarchy creation process:
l Replicate New File System
l Replicate Existing File System
l DataKeeper Resource
Replicate New File System
This option will create a NetRAID device, format it with a LifeKeeper supported file system type,
mount the file system on the NetRAID device and place both the mounted file system and the
NetRAID device under LifeKeeper protection. The NetRAID device and the local disk or partition will
be formatted causing existing data to be deleted. You should select this option if you want to create a
mirror on a new file system and place it under LifeKeeper protection. You will need one free disk or
partition for this resource type.
CAUTION: This option will cause your local disk or partition to be formatted and all existing data will
be deleted.
1. Enter the following information when prompted:
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Source Disk or
Partition
The list of Source Disks or Partitions in the drop-down list contains all the
available disks or partitions that are not:
l currently mounted
l swap disks or partitions
l LifeKeeper-protected disks or partitions
The drop-down list will also filter out special disks or partitions, for example,
root (/), boot (/boot), /proc, floppy and cdrom.
2. The following screen will display if you select a source disk or partition that is not shared.
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