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Can NetApp snapshots copy open files

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ONTAP 9

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  • Yes,NetApp Snapshots are capable of capturing a point-in-time copy of the file system, including open files, without impacting the ongoing operations of the system.
  • These snapshots operate at the block level, which allows them to accurately represent the state of the disk at the moment the snapshot is taken, regardless of whether files are open or closed.

Additional Information

  • For applications that require consistent state, such as databases or transaction-based systems, it is essential to ensure that the application supports snapshots.
  • Application-specific processes, such as flushing buffers or quiescing databases, required before taking a snapshot to ensure data consistency.
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