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    SG-2440 out of disk space

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      Coldfirex 0 @SteveITS
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      @SteveITS OK, I didnt realize that. I was kinda curious about the output because it sorta looked like ut was only using 2.7 out of 4gb card but I dont know much about this.

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        stephenw10 Netgate Administrator
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        Yes you can always get the reinstall image for Netgate hardware, you don't need current support for that. Just open a ticket:
        https://www.netgate.com/tac-support-request

        Steve

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          Coldfirex 0 @stephenw10
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          @stephenw10 Good to know, thanks!

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            ASGR71
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            Hey Coldfirex!

            Speaking as a noob...

            I'd go with a clean reinstall (request image from TAC guys)
            and possibly with a UFS drive format. In my opinion, ZFS is
            overkill for the small / older units.

            The installer will ask you which drive format you would prefer.
            UFS, is less processor and drive intensive but you are more
            prone to drive errors in case of power outages apparently.

            Also, you could consider a separate log file server, like GeyLog.
            It'll take the pressure off the unit and you'll have greater visibility!

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              rcoleman-netgate Netgate @ASGR71
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              @ASGR71 said in SG-2440 out of disk space:

              I'd go with a clean reinstall (request image from TAC guys)
              and possibly with a UFS drive format. In my opinion, ZFS is
              overkill for the small / older units.

              on a 4G eMMC (which it appears they have) you cannot use ZFS.

              Also permanently ending UFS boot loops are worth going with ZFS.

              Ryan
              Repeat, after me: MESH IS THE DEVIL! MESH IS THE DEVIL!
              Requesting firmware for your Netgate device? https://go.netgate.com
              Switching: Mikrotik, Netgear, Extreme
              Wireless: Aruba, Ubiquiti

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                mer
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                I can confirm that adding extra storage device and getting a current install image from TAC on a 2440 is the way to go. I went through that process earlier this year, painless, got ZFS in the end and after quick testing mine is sitting in the closet as a cold spare.

                My opinion only:
                Netgate support ranks up in my top five as to "what customer support should be". Upfront cost of the devices seems high, but amortize that over the years of use and it's almost cheap.

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                  rcoleman-netgate Netgate @mer
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                  @mer said in SG-2440 out of disk space:

                  Netgate support ranks up in my top five as to "what customer support should be".

                  Aww.

                  Ryan
                  Repeat, after me: MESH IS THE DEVIL! MESH IS THE DEVIL!
                  Requesting firmware for your Netgate device? https://go.netgate.com
                  Switching: Mikrotik, Netgear, Extreme
                  Wireless: Aruba, Ubiquiti

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                    mer @rcoleman-netgate
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                    @rcoleman-netgate I actually fill out the surveys when they get emailed to me. And I know me saying that doesn't get me any swag, so it's an honest opinion. I guess the caveat is I really haven't needed to use them beyond RMA for a 2440 that red lighted, getting images and the interactions I've seen on the forums.
                    If all that got me free shipping on my next device I'd be happy :)

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                      rcoleman-netgate Netgate @mer
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                      @mer said in SG-2440 out of disk space:

                      I guess the caveat is I really haven't needed to use them beyond RMA for a 2440 that red lighted, getting images and the interactions I've seen on the forums.

                      That's probably good because that ended in 2021.

                      Ryan
                      Repeat, after me: MESH IS THE DEVIL! MESH IS THE DEVIL!
                      Requesting firmware for your Netgate device? https://go.netgate.com
                      Switching: Mikrotik, Netgear, Extreme
                      Wireless: Aruba, Ubiquiti

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                        mer @rcoleman-netgate
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                        @rcoleman-netgate Yep. I got the red light RMA in just under the wire, updated install image within the last 6 months. So I'm going on the quality of the hardware (2440, 2100, 5100, 4100) and the overall support when needed.

                        I'm not trying to sound like a "fanboi" or whatever the young kids say nowdays, but give yourself a pat on the back.

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