How to replicate files automatically?

[Jason8888]

Hi,

Now my two Windows 2000 can access the AD User and Computer
into each other with no problem.
But in my Win2000ServerA, we have some folders, and we
want those folders to replicate to Win2000ServerB
automatically.
Would anyone tell me how to do that?
Any help will be appreciated.

Jason

 

[Kit]

Jason

What sort of files are you trying to share, and why?

A quick (and dirty) method is to use the netlogon share.
Anything in the netlogon share will be replicated between
the servers. But this is designed for logon scripts etc
rather than file sharing.

If you need a more robust solution that users can access
easily, you may want to read up on DFS (distributed file
system). KB article Q812487 has an overview of DFS that
may help you get started.

Does this help?

Cheers
Kit

 

[IBTerry [MSFT]]

I agree. I would add that before you start configuring your DFS structure
make sure all machines that participate have the latest Service Packs for
the OS and latest FRS fixes. This will make for a much smoother deployment.
Step-by-Step Guide to Distributed File System (Dfs)
http://www.microsoft.com/windows2000/techinfo/planning/fileandprint/dfssteps
..asp

IBTerry [MSFT]
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