The following task map identifies the procedures for adding a disk to an x86 based system.
Task |
Description |
For Instructions |
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1. Connect the disk and boot. |
System Disk Connect the new disk and boot from a local or remote Solaris DVD. | |
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Secondary Disk Connect the new disk and perform a reconfiguration boot so that the system will recognize the disk. | |
2. (Optional) Change the fdisk partition identifier. |
The Solaris 10 fdisk partition identifier on x86 systems has been changed from 130 (0x82) to 191 (0xbf). You can use a new fdisk menu option to switch back and forth between the new and old identifier. | |
3. Create slices and label the disk. |
Create disk slices and label the disk if the disk manufacturer has not already done so. |
x86: How to Create a Solaris fdisk Partition and x86: How to Create Disk Slices and Label a Disk |
4. Create file systems. |
Create UFS file systems on the disk slices with the newfs command. You must create the root (/) or /usr file system (or both) for a system disk. | |
5. Restore UFS file systems. |
Restore the root (/) or /usr file system (or both) on the system disk. If necessary, restore file systems on the secondary disk. | |
6. Install boot block. |
System Disk Only. Install the boot block on the root (/) file system so that the system can boot. |