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DAOS_Base_Path

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Parameter: DAOS_Base_Path
Short description: Base path of the DAOS repository where the externalized NLO files are stored.

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Parameter
DAOS_Base_Path
Category
DAOS
Component
Server
Available since
8.5
Supported versions
9.0.1, 10.0, 11.0, 12.0, 14.0, 14.5
GUI equivalent
Server document
Possible values
Absolute directory path

Description

DAOS_Base_Path defines the base directory of the DAOS repository. This is where Domino stores externalized file attachments in the form of NLO files (*.nlo). They are distributed via a hash directory structure so that even very large volumes remain manageable.

Example configuration

DAOS_Base_Path=D:\DAOS

Notes & pitfalls

  • The directory must exist and be writable before DAOS is enabled.
  • A dedicated volume is recommended – DAOS repositories can grow very large.
  • A consistent backup strategy is mandatory: NSF and DAOS must be backed up in matching states.
  • Never clean up the directory manually – pruning is done via tell daosmgr prune.
  • When changing the path, stop the server cleanly, move the repository, and verify consistency (tell daosmgr resync).