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Hardware and Server FAQ Pages.

These are questions that will be related to:  Hardware, SCO Operating systems, Peripherals such as printers, scanners.    Systems operations, error messages, etc.

 

 

Can I backup other servers and PC's to my server tape drive?


Yes you can.  This is a popular question.  We use Backup Professional (BP) from Unitrends for our server backup system.  In addition to server Disaster recovery you can backup other...
 

How Do I login as root?


Occationally you'll be required to perform operations as the root (or super user ...
 

How can I access my server and PDS program from home or on the road?


Remote access can be done various ways.  Typically access is done via VPN (Virtural Private Network) connection.  When a VPN connection is established your PC, where ever it is (home,...
 

How can I know if it is time to upgrade my server?


Age:   Your server may be of a pre-Y2K vintage.   Your server has most likey been in continuous operation for 1800+ days, (4 to 5 years).  These machines are right at the age...
 

How can I tell how much disk space I have remaining on the server?


Fastest way is to login as the root user ...
 

How can I tell if my backups are working?


That depends on the backup system you are using.   Those of you still on Backup Edge will most likely have backu status messages splashed onto one of you server console screens.  To...
 

How can I tell what version or release of Unix I have?


Fastest way is to login as the root user.   (See how to login as root) Select Exit to unix option. Then at the prompt type   uname -X This command returns your key ...
 

How do I determine how much RAM I have in my PDS Server


Use the memsize command ...
 

How do I find my root password?


Your root password should remain a secret, and be used with descretion. ...
 

How do I tell how many PDS user licenses I own?


There is a program on your server you must execute ...

 

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