HP B6960-90078 - Manual (Page 418)

Managing the Data Protector Internal Database
Configuring the IDB
Chapter 9 388
Configuring the IDB
The IDB configuration helps to manage the following:
• the size of the IDB and available disk space
• the location of the IDB directories
• transaction log usage
• the IDB backup necessary in case of IDB corruption or a disaster
• configuration of the IDB reports and notifications
Once the IDB is configured, it should be maintained only when you are
notified about the need.
General Procedure This is the general procedure for IDB configuration:
1. Allocate disk space for future needs.
Refer to “Allocating Disk Space for Future Use” on page 388.
2. Prepare for the IDB recovery.
Refer to “Preparing for IDB Recovery” on page 390.
3. Set the appropriate reports and notifications about the IDB.
Refer to “Configuring the Database Reports and Notifications” on
page 400.
Allocating Disk Space for Future Use
Over time, the IDB can occupy a considerable amount of disk space on
the Cell Manager. You need to plan in advance and consider the
allocation of the disk space for future IDB needs.
Prerequisites • You need to understand the key factors influencing the IDB growth,
such as number of files, file dynamics, environment growth, and so
on. Refer to the HP OpenView Storage Data Protector Concepts Guide
for additional information.
• You need to set logging level and catalog protection polices according
to your environment requirements and available disk space. To get
this information, together with the usage recommendations for
logging level and catalog protection settings, refer to the HP
OpenView Storage Data Protector Concepts Guide.