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How to safely delete a NetApp FlexCache volume

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Applies to

  • ONTAP 9
  • FlexCache volumes (NFS protocol)
  • Environments using FlexCache volumes with writeback mode

Description

  • Procedure for safely deleting a FlexCache volume in ONTAP.
  • Includes requirements for client-side unmount when the volume is exported as read-only (RO).
  • Details required steps for volumes configured with writeback mode, including handling of pending data flush to origin.
  • Addresses scenario: deletion of FlexCache volume after offline operation, with focus on NFS client access and data integrity.

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