11.1 Backup eDirectory Database and NICI Keys

Before performing Transfer ID, we recommend that you to back up your eDirectory database and NICI keys on both the source server and target server. If the Transfer ID fails or you quit the scenario, you cannot perform any actions on the source server without restoring the server’s DIB from the backup.

For more information on backing up and restoring eDirectory, refer to the Novell eDirectory 8.8 Administration Guide.

For more information on backing up and restoring NICI keys, refer to the Novell eDirectory 8.8 Administration Guide.