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Inspect the DNCS for BFS RPC Version 3 Support
Introduction
In this procedure, you will ensure that the BFS server can process RPC version 3
commands.
Inspecting the DNCS for BFS RPC Version 3 Support
Follow these instructions to ensure that the BFS server can process RPC version 3
commands.
1.
If necessary, open an xterm window on the DNCS.
2.
Type cd /export/home/dncs and then press Enter.
Result: The /export/home/dncs directory becomes the working directory.
Result: The /export/home/dncs directory becomes the working directory.
3.
Type vi .profile and then press Enter.
Result: The .profile file opens for editing using the Unix vi text editor.
Result: The .profile file opens for editing using the Unix vi text editor.
4.
Is there an entry for BFS_SERVER_CATCHES_OLD=TRUE?
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If yes, close the .profile file and go to Restart the System Components, next
in this chapter. The BFS server is already configured for RPC version 3
commands.
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If no, add the entry (if it does not exist) or set the variable to TRUE (if it is
set to FALSE).
Example: export BFS_SERVER_CATCHES_OLD=TRUE
Example: export BFS_SERVER_CATCHES_OLD=TRUE
5.
Save the file and close the vi text editor.
6.
Go to Restart the System Components, next in this chapter.