The source and archive data volumes must be Novell Storage Services data volumes that use the OES NetWare and NetWare 6.5 media format. For information, see Section 6.5, Storage Media Prerequisites and Guidelines.
An archive server and its source servers where NSS data volumes reside can run either operating system in a mixed environment. Make sure the servers are running the latest upgrades.
The following table summarizes the compatibility of Novell Archive and Version Services 2.1 with various network operating systems versions and file systems.
Table 4-2 Support for Potential Target Source Volumes