Recovering from configuration errors
Reasons to follow a special recovery procedure
Certain configuration errors can require you to follow a special recovery procedure because
- The filer does not have a local text editor.
- Problems with interface configuration can make the filer inaccessible to clients from which the /etc/rc file can be edited.
Procedure when the filer does not boot
If configuration errors prevent the filer from booting from the hard disk, try booting from the diskette. For more information, see "Booting from system boot diskette."
Procedure when administration host cannot access the filer
If your filer becomes inaccessible from the administration host after you change the /etc/rc file, use the procedure in the following table to recover from the error.
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Step
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Action
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1
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Enter commands on the console to configure the interface with the correct address.
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2
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Enter the exportfs command to export the filer root directory to the administration host.
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3
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Edit the filer /etc/rc file from the administration host.
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4
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Reboot the filer.
If the changes do not correct the problem, repeat Steps 1 through 4.
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