Load Spike This Morning
Right around the time I got moving this morning, the server was undergoing a massive load spike. I believe that I have it under control, and I’m going to see if I can run down the cause. I have a suspect already [namely the backup script], but I’ll just have to look at it. I’ll keep my eye on it…
Update: I ended up having to reboot the server to get whatever process was crippling MySQL to stop; the reboot is underway, and I have a sneaking suspicion that it might hang up. I’ve got to head in to the office [love the timing], but I’ll do all I can …
June 16th, 2006 at 9:03 am
Backup HDD Failing…
We’ve determined the cause of the load spike: the backup HDD in Miller is failing. I’m working with the NOC to schedule a replacement time for tomorrow; I will spend today making secondary backups to my local machine here at the office.
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