The following task map describes the procedures associated with restoring files and file systems.
Task |
Description |
Instructions |
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Prepare to restore files and file systems |
Identify the file system or files to be restored, the tape device, and how you will restore the files. | |
Determine which tapes to use |
Refer to your backup tapes to find the date of the last backup that contains the file or file system that you need to restore. | |
Restore files |
Choose one of the following restore methods: |
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Restore files interactively - Use this method when you are unsure of the file names because you can browse the media contents and select individual files and directories. | |
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Restore files non-interactively - Using this method is probably faster if you already know the few file names to be restored. | |
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Restore a file system – Use this method when you get a new disk drive or as part of a recovery procedure. | |
Restore the root (/) or /usr file systems |
Restoring the root (/) or /usr file systems involves booting the system from a local CD or the network. |