STEP 1 - Preparing for The Purge
- Run a Batch File Inventory The batch file inventory will list all the defined periods in the system. You must decide on the amount of data to purge from your system
- Backup
- Source code and executables
- All data files.
Mark your backup tape clearly and set it aside. Do not return the tape to the regular backup schedule as this tape is the archive of your data files. If you ever need to access the purged data you can restore the programs and the data files whenever necessary.
- Make sure you have the necessary disk space available. (3 - 4 times the size of the file you are purging.)