Is there a problem if we refresh the storage luns and local datastores?

[BBNP6]

Hi,

       I would like to know if we have a problem if we are refreshing storage luns and local datastores or does it help us to keep the instances and drives mapped in an active condition?

[hussainbte]

IF you are referring to refresh storage there is no issues.

if you referring to rescan storage , there are no issues.

but none of them help to keep drives mapped.

rescan storage is done to discover new devices/LUNs attached -- if any

refresh storage can be used to refresh the capacity info if you have deleted or added new items on the datastore

[BBNP6]

Then, what is the best way to keep the instances and drives in an active condition always?

[saikumarv]

Hi,

As long as the data stores are used and LUNs are getting used, otherwise also

there is no manual intervention required to keep them active...

[hussainbte]

Once configured.. there is no reason why any drive instances would go inactive.. unless you have removed them manually or there are underlying storage issues