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*/dev/sda3 = '''/var''' - is the partition where the database and log files are stored. | */dev/sda3 = '''/var''' - is the partition where the database and log files are stored. | ||
*/dev/sda4 = '''/home''' - is the partition where the DSpace application and assetstore are located. | */dev/sda4 = '''/home''' - is the partition where the DSpace application and assetstore are located. | ||
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'''[[SUNScholar/Install_Ubuntu/S03/DSpace_User|Next]]''' | '''[[SUNScholar/Install_Ubuntu/S03/DSpace_User|Next]]''' | ||
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Revision as of 00:00, 30 December 2013
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Please note:
The use of separate partitions for the /home and /var folders greatly facilitates disaster recovery and system stability.
Using the /home partition for DSpace system and data files is generally accepted systems administration practice.
- Take careful note of partition sizing in Step 1
- Partition setup. Select manual.
Partitioning Help
Doing a manual partition setup can be confusing for those new to Linux. Below are some links to help.
- YouTube video's
- Partitioning 101: http://youtu.be/eSMMs4cfMqY
- Partitioning & Installing Ubuntu Server Part 1/2: http://youtu.be/bVjzt_uriwE
- Partitioning & Installing Ubuntu Server Part 2/2: http://youtu.be/VAZRomlY8CE
- Install ubuntu server 12.04 LTS - Also applies to 10.04 LTS: http://youtu.be/Garnfv2pf2s
Example Setup
- /dev/sda1 = / - is the root/system partition.
- /dev/sda2 = is the swap partition and is not listed.
- /dev/sda3 = /var - is the partition where the database and log files are stored.
- /dev/sda4 = /home - is the partition where the DSpace application and assetstore are located.
Sample Screenshot
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