1.11. Overview of Configuring and Testing a New Linux FailSafe Cluster

After the Linux FailSafe cluster hardware has been installed, follow this general procedure to configure and test the Linux FailSafe system:

1. Become familiar with Linux FailSafe terms by reviewing this chapter.

2. Plan the configuration of highly available applications and services on the cluster using Chapter 2.

3. Perform various administrative tasks, including the installation of prerequisite software, that are required by Linux FailSafe, as described in Chapter 3.

4. Define the Linux FailSafe configuration as explained in Chapter 5.

5. Test the Linux FailSafe system in three phases: test individual components prior to starting Linux FailSafe software, test normal operation of the Linux FailSafe system, and simulate failures to test the operation of the system after a failure occurs.