9.2 Preparing the Source Server for Migration

Before you launch NetWare Migration Wizard from the Server Consolidation and Migration Toolkit, follow these steps to prepare the source server:

  1. Shut down any applications, products, or services (virus scan software, backup software, etc.) running on the server to be migrated.

  2. Verify the health of eDirectory by loading DSRepair and running the following three options:

    • Unattended Full Repair

    • Time Synchronization

    • Report Synchronization Status

    If any errors are reported, resolve them before attempting the migration.

  3. Back up eDirectory and all data on the server.

  4. Remove any unnecessary applications, then delete and purge unused files and folders.