Namespaces, Creating a namespace, Replication – Dell PowerVault NX3100 User Manual
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Namespaces
DFS namespaces allow you to group shared folders that are located on different servers into one or more logically
structured namespaces. Each namespace appears to users as a single shared folder with a series of subfolders.
However, the underlying structure of the namespace can consist of numerous shared folders that are located on
different servers and in multiple sites.
Creating A Namespace
To create a namespace:
1.
Click Start → All Programs → Administrative Tools → Server Manager.
Alternatively, you can click Start and type Server Manager in the Search programs and files box.
The Server Manager window is displayed.
2.
Locate and click Add Role Services.
Alternatively you can right-click Files Services and click Add Role Services.
The Add Role Services window is displayed.
3.
Select the Distributed File System check box and click Next.
The Create a DFS Namespace window is displayed.
4.
Type a name in the Enter a name for this namespace field and complete the wizard.
Replication
DFS Replication is a multiple-master replication engine that can replicate data between multiple servers over limited-
bandwidth network connections.
Creating A New Replication Group
To create a new replication group:
1.
Click Start → All Programs → Administrative Tools → Server Manager.
Alternatively, you can click Start and type Server Manager in the Search programs and files box.
The Server Manager window is displayed.
2.
Locate and click Add Role Services.
Alternatively you can right-click Files Services and click Add Role Services.
The Add Role Services window is displayed.
3.
Select the DFS Replication check box and complete the wizard.
Group Diagnostics
The tools in this section assist in diagnosing or notifying issues with your system. For more information about using
these tools, right-click Snap-in within Server Manager and click Help.
Storage Configuration Tools
Configuration tools help the administrator in optimizing certain administrative duties. For more information about using
these tools, right-click Snap-in within Server Manager and click Help.
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