Import operation in an SLP
Use the Import operation as part of Auto Image Replication. An Import operation in an SLP indicates that the SLP is to automatically import images into the target master domain. An SLP that contains an Import operation is referred to as an Import SLP.
Table: Import operation characteristics
Characteristic | Description |
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Storage unit selection | An Import operation can import only from a backup storage unit or a backup storage unit group. It cannot import from a snapshot storage unit or a snapshot storage unit group. |
Child of | An Import operation cannot serve as the child of any other operation. Therefore, do not click on any other operation in the SLP when adding a Import operation. See Creating a storage lifecycle policy. |
Source for | An Import operation can be the source of a Duplication operation. At least one operation in the SLP must use the Target retention retention type. |
Hierarchy notes | If an SLP contains an Import operation, it must be the first in the operations list and the only Import operation. |
Job type | An Import operation generates an Import job in the Activity Monitor. |
Window | An SLP window can be created for an Import operation. See Window tab of the Storage Operation dialog box. |
The option can be selected. It allows administrators to specify a job priority for any import jobs which use this SLP.
