To determine whether an aggregate is WAFL (Write Anywhere File Layout) inconsistent, the following two commands can be used:
What it does:This command directly checks the WAFL consistency status of the specified aggregate. If an aggregate is WAFL inconsistent, it will report the inconsistency in the output.
How to use:
Run the command: wafiron show (replace with the name of the aggregate).
Look for indications of WAFL inconsistency in the output.
Why it's relevant:The wafiron utility is specifically designed to provide WAFL status and diagnostics. It is the most accurate and direct way to confirm whether an aggregate is inconsistent.
References:
"WAFL Troubleshooting Guide" from NetApp highlights the wafiron show command as a primary tool for checking aggregate consistency.
1. wafiron show
What it does:This command displays RAID information for all aggregates on the specified node. If an aggregate is WAFL inconsistent, it will be explicitly mentioned in the output.
How to use:
Run the command: node run –node sysconfig –r.
Check the output for the phrase "WAFL inconsistent" under the corresponding aggregate.
Why it's relevant:This command provides additional context, such as the RAID group details, which can help understand whether the inconsistency is isolated or part of a larger issue.
References:
"ONTAP CLI Commands Guide" specifies sysconfig –r as a method to verify aggregate status, including WAFL consistency.
2. node run –node sysconfig –r
C. storage aggregate show:
This command displays aggregate configuration and usage information but does not report WAFL inconsistency.
D. node run –node <node> sysconfig –a:
While this command shows detailed hardware configuration information, it does not include WAFL consistency status for aggregates.