Replacing a Failed Storage Node
You can replace a failed Storage Node, or one that is in the process of failing. Upgrading a healthy machine to another one with better specifications is also a common Storage Node replacement scenario. Generally, you should repair the underlying problem (be it hardware or software related) before proceeding with this procedure.
There are two ways to replace a failed Storage Node:
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A new, different Storage node
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An identical Storage Node
This section describes both replacement possibilities.
Note:
Replacing a Storage Node qualifies as a topology change. This means that if you want to restore your store from a snapshot taken before the Storage Node was replaced, you must use the Load
program. See Using the Load Program for more information.