Mario Behring wrote:
> Hi list,
>
> I am installing a second NIC (GBIC) on my TSM Server and some clients
> (servers) to create an alternative network, a faster and more
> reliable one, in order to reduce my backup window for some critical
> servers.
>
> The original NIC will still be used for workstations and some
> non-critical servers backup though.
>
> What steps should I take to configure both the TSM Server and Clients
> to use this second NIC ?
>

on the server, you'll need a second ip-address of course. Configure your
clients to connect to that address.

Now, depending on your os and actual network config thing become more
complicated. If you have a really dedicated subnet for backups, your
server will do the right thing automatically, otherwise, you'll probable
need to set some routes manually, or force source based routing on your
tsm server, or, well whatever.

> Any help is appreciated.
>
> Thank you.
>
> Mario


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