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ncolyer's avatar
ncolyer
Level 2
15 years ago

Windows File Share keeps getting lost on reboot of server

I wonder if anyone here can assist with this problem. We have a backup server which uses SFW5.0 which has a FC SAN connected o it. When we reboot the server it loses its File Share which we ...
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  • Wally_Heim's avatar
    Wally_Heim
    14 years ago

    Hi ncolyer,

     

    The laststart option is intended for use is iSCSI environments where the Microsoft iSCSI inititor is used.  It should not be needed for FC SAN configurations.

     

    Were you able to simply your environment to a single path with no DMP software installed?  Did the issue go away when this was done?

     

    SFW 5.1 SP2 has just been released and it does contain some improvements in our software that can increase performance of volume arrivals.  You might want to test it in your environment to see if it addresses your issue.

     

    If you are still having problems, you might also want to consider opening a case with Symantec Technical Support.  We can take a look at your configuration and provide recommendations for your specific situation.

     

    Thanks,

    Wally

Marianne's avatar
Marianne
Level 6
15 years ago

Suggestion: Download and run the VOS data collector from: https://vos.symantec.com/home
Upload the result for analysis. Any issues with multipathing that can be resolved by updated DMP DDI should be pointed out by reports such as "Risk Assessment" and/or "Installation and Upgrade". Possible compatibility issues will also be highlighted.