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backup_for_reinstall
The backup_for_reinstall command will make a compressed archive of your node's important files such as custom scripts, environment settings, pgp keys, etc. Sooner or later, you will rely on a node backup file while bringing your node back to life after a hard disk failure, node upgrade, or failed install of some add-on program or script. It's not much of a challenge to restore a node from scratch within 20 minutes, including the reloading of the operating system, if you have a node backup file!
Here's a step-by-step guide on utilizing the backup_for_reinstall command for backing up your IRLP Node:
- login to your node as user repeater.
- change to the scripts directory (do, "cd $SCRIPT" and press enter)
- run the backup_for_reinstall script (do, "./backup_for_reinstall" and press enter - don't overlook the dot at the beginning)
- a backup file will be created at /home/irlp/backup/irlp_backup.tgz which you should transfer off to your local PC or other location
Remember, that backup file contains everything that makes your node unique on the network. It should be safeguarded and kept away from the public unless you don't mind someone masquerading as your node!
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Last Updated on Friday, 20 August 2010 10:08 |
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