This method results in a hierarchical security model where the network protocol permissions and
the file permissions work together to provide appropriate security for shares on the device.
NOTE:
Share permissions and file-level permissions are implemented separately. It is possible
for files on a file system to have different permissions from those applied to a share. When this
situation occurs, the file-level permissions override the share permissions.
Comparing administrative (hidden) and standard shares
SMB supports both administrative shares and standard shares.
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Administrative shares are shares with a last character of $. Administrative shares are not
included in the list of shares when a client browses for available shares on a SMB server.
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Standard shares are shares that do not end in a $ character. Standard shares are listed
whenever a SMB client browses for available shares on a SMB server.
The storage system supports both administrative and standard SMB shares. To create an
administrative share, end the share name with the $ character when setting up the share. Do not
type a $ character at the end of the share name when creating a standard share.
Managing shares
Shares can be managed using Server Manager. Tasks include:
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Creating a new share
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Deleting a share
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Modifying share properties
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Publishing in DFS
CAUTION:
Before deleting a share, warn all users to exit that share and confirm that no one is
using that share.
NOTE:
These functions can operate in a cluster on select servers, but should only be used for
non-cluster-aware shares. Use Cluster Administrator to manage shares for a cluster. The page will
display cluster share resources.
File Server Resource Manager
File Server Resource Manager (FSRM) is a suite of tools that allows administrators to understand,
control, and manage the quantity and type of data stored on their servers. Some of the tasks you
can perform are:
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Quota management
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File screening management
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Storage reports
Server Manager provides access to FSRM tasks.
For procedures and methods beyond what are described below, see the online help.
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