New DFS rep server with same name


hi,

just want 100% sure on one.

i have 3 servers replicating. if take 1 out of replication group, rebuild server same name before , add back, data been seen removed , such remove data other 2 servers or start if it's new replication group?

i jittery around data on dfs want 100% sure.

jas

hi jas,

thanks post.

for theoretically, replication should still work. in replication group under connections tab, disable dfs-r connection of remote sending member, re-enable.

however, not recommend since several problems on the operation. start with a new replication group. remove old data, rename new old,  add new , initial replication.

besides, may refer thread discussed befoe.

move dfs new server same name upgrade windows 2008 windows 2012

https://social.technet.microsoft.com/forums/windows/en-us/3093197f-e8d4-4c67-b514-5e85e94a4e9c/move-dfs-to-new-server-with-same-name-but-upgrade-from-windows-2008-to-windows-2012?forum=winserverfiles

best regards,

mary dong


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