Using nisping to Load Data on to a Replica Server

This section describes how to use the nisping command to load namespace data onto a newly configured replica. In most cases, it is not necessary to actually run the nisping command because the process should begin automatically.

The problem with the nisping method is that it requires a full resync of data from the master to the replica over the network using NIS+ protocols. If your namespace is large, this process can take hours, during which requests for naming information can be delayed.

Security Considerations

The NIS+ principal performing this operation must have modify rights to the domain's directory object.

Prerequisites

• The domain must have already been configured and have a master server up and running.

• The new replica server must already be configured as an NIS+ server, as described in "Setting Up an NIS+ Server".

• The new replica server must by configured as a replica, as described in "Using NIS+ Commands to Configure a Replica Server".