Adding Data Disks for Archive and Index Servers

After the archive and index servers are bootstrapped, you need to add data disks prior to configuring the servers in the wizard. The majority of organizations deploying IPRO do so using virtual machines, in which case this step is necessary. Large organizations may instead choose to use external storage devices. In those cases, this step does not apply.

IMPORTANT
If you are unsure how to proceed, stop immediately. An incorrect configuration could result in permanent data loss and/or a non-functioning system. Contact IPRO Support for assistance.
  • Log on to the vSphere client.
  • Right-click the VM and click Edit Settings.
  • Click Add.
  • The Device Type options display.
  • Select Hard Disk and click Next.
  • Select the Create a new virtual disk option and click Next.
  • Configure the disk Capacity according to the server requirements and click Next—see Archive Server Requirements and Storage and Index Server Requirements and Storage.
  • On the Windows Archive Server, click Disk Management. Make the disk you just added available to the system.
  • Format the disk and go through the following setups:

See the following instructions for adding data disks using different platforms.