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Global File Cache: Can I enable share encryption on a GFC Edge?

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Applies to

  • Global File Cache (GFC)
  • Edge
  • FastData Share

Answer

  • Yes, encryption can be enabled on SMB shares. 
  • Important: With enabling any encryption, SMB performance may be affected. Enabling encryption should be tested to ensure it meets your performance needs. 

Additional Information

Enable SMB Encryption with Windows PowerShell.

Sign into your server and run PowerShell on your computer in an elevated session.

To enable SMB Encryption for an individual file share, run the following command.

Set-SmbShare –Name <sharename> -EncryptData $true

To enable SMB Encryption for the entire file server, run the following command.

Set-SmbServerConfiguration –EncryptData $true

 

 

 

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