> > In fact, I really should extend the question and ask, > how does AFR handle locking? Does it ensure that all > subvolumes are locked? I assume it does, but the next > question is, what does it do about potential infinite > locks if clients die? Does is detect a downed client > and release the lock? > Yes, it releases the lock after detecting the client has disconnected. Its a must for even 1:1 (ie, NFS like) configuration. Regards, -- Amar Tumballi Gluster/GlusterFS Hacker [bulde on #gluster/irc.gnu.org] http://www.zresearch.com - Commoditizing Super Storage!