2.13 Modifying Logging Options for the /var Directory

Filr system events are logged in the /var directory. Prior to Filr 1.1, the /var directory was located on the appliance boot partition. Because the /var directory can fill up with log files and cause the boot partition to grow, it is recommended that /var be located on a separate hard disk on the appliance.

To move the /var directory to a dedicated disk:

  1. Log in to the Novell appliance at https://server_url:9443, then click the Appliance Configuration icon.

  2. Click Logging.

  3. Specify the hard disk information for the /var directory:

    • Select disk: Select the hard disk where you want to place /var.

      If you haven’t already, you need to create a dedicated hard disk for /var, as described in the Novell Filr 1.2 Installation and Configuration Guide.

    • File system type: Specify the type of file system.

  4. Click OK.