Network File System (Managed)
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Overview
The managed Network File System (NFS) connector allows you to analyze your on-premises network file shares. It uses SMBLibrary to make the connection (which performs faster than the native Samba). Because this connector is created with read-only access, the connection will be able to read content but cannot be used to take action against it. Therefore, the connector can be used as a source connection for Migrate jobs or for Discover scans and Govern policies where DryvIQ only needs to read content. The connector should not be used as the destination connection for Migrate jobs or for Govern policies that require actions to be taken against content.
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The managed Network File System (NFS) connector can be used on both Windows and Linus Network File Systems.
All current SMB2/SMB3 protocols are supported, including 2.0.2, 2.1.0, 3.0.0, 3.0.2, 3.1.0, 3.1.1.
NFSv4, NFSv3, and NFSv2 protocols are not supported.
SMB Azure File Share Protocol Settings
When using the SMB file system protocol in Azure Files, the default profile in Azure Files is Maximum compatibility. DryvIQ recommends leaving the default profile when using the DryvIQ managed NFS connector. The DryvIQ managed NFS connector does not support certain combinations of custom SMB protocol settings.
Creating a Connection
Expand the Manage section in the left navigation menu.
Click Connections.
Click Add connection.
Select Network File System (Managed) as the platform on the Add connection modal.
Enter the connection information. All red fields are required for this connection.
Test the connection to ensure DryvIQ can connect using the information entered.
Click Done.
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Add Connection Modal for NFS (Managed)
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Field | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
Display as | Enter the display name for the connection. If you will be creating multiple connections, ensure the name readily identifies the connection. The name displays in the application, and you can use it to search for the connection and filter lists. If you do not add a display name, the connection will automatically be assigned a default name. | Optional |
UNC Path | Enter the UNC path for the connector. The UNC path will be to a folder at least 1 level off the root of the server, for example: \\<server name>\<folder on server>. Root level connections are not supported. You can also use the server IP address, for example: \\<ipaddress>\<folder on server> | Required |
User Name | Enter the user name for the administrator account. This needs to be an account with authority to access the content you will to process. | Required |
Password | Enter the password for the administrator account. | Required |
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Features and Limitations
Platforms all have unique features and limitations. DryvIQ’s transfer engine manages these differences between platforms and allows you to configure actions based on Job Policies and Behaviors. The information below is platform specific. Use the Platform Comparison tool to see how your integration platforms may interact regarding features and limitations.Â
Supported Features | Unsupported Features | Other Features/Limitations |
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Timestamp preservation | File size maximum: No maximum | |
Account map | Path length maximum: 32,767 | |
Group map | Restricted types: none | |
Permission preservation | Segment path length: No maximum | |
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