CHAPTER 16

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Creating a Cluster on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server

In addition to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, the High Availability Extension (HAE) can be used to create a high-availability cluster. In this chapter, you will read how to set up such a cluster. The following topics are discussed:

  • Why Cluster?
  • Architecture of the Pacemaker Stack
  • Configuring Shared Storage
  • Creating the Base Cluster
  • Using STONITH
  • Setting Up Resources
  • Use Cases

The Need for High-Availability Clustering

Many companies run important services on their servers. If one of these services stops, business can stop as well. High-availability clustering can help you make sure that ...

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