[Zope] Backing up Data.fs

[Andreas Jung]

This is an FAQ. It is safe to backup the Data.fs without shutting down the 
instance.
Search the mailing list archives for details.


-aj

--On Montag, 2. Juni 2003 13:01 Uhr +1000 jamesd@mena.org.au wrote:

> I'm currently trying to work out an effective backup solution for my zope
> servers. My current system involves shutting down the server, copying the
> zodb, and then starting the server again. This works, but leaves the site
> down for several minutes.
>
> Is it possible to do the equivilant of a sync and remount read-only? Or is
> it safe to just copy the ZODB from a live site?
>
> I'd also like to hear ideas on how others have setup their backup systems.
> exporting is not an option as my plone sites do not always correctly
> reimport.
> -James Davies
>   (jamesd@mena.org.au)
>
>
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