/tags/smb/Recent content in smb on Kevin HeruerHugo -- gohugo.ioenFri, 28 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100/posts/2023/07/28/sharing-data-sets-betweens-apps-and-smb/Fri, 28 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0100/posts/2023/07/28/sharing-data-sets-betweens-apps-and-smb/The Efficacy of Mounting a Dataset and Sharing It via SMB Simultaneously Discovering the intricacies of dataset management can sometimes seem like an overwhelming puzzle. But, after a lot of learning and tinkering, I’ve finally mastered a method to concurrently mount a dataset and share it via SMB. Why is This Important? You might wonder, why go through all this trouble? Here’s my use case: I frequently upload videos to my Plex dataset, which is integrated with my Plex TrueNAS app.<h2 id="the-efficacy-of-mounting-a-dataset-and-sharing-it-via-smb-simultaneously">The Efficacy of Mounting a Dataset and Sharing It via SMB Simultaneously</h2> <p>Discovering the intricacies of dataset management can sometimes seem like an overwhelming puzzle. But, after a lot of learning and tinkering, I’ve finally mastered a method to concurrently mount a dataset and share it via SMB.</p> <h3 id="why-is-this-important">Why is This Important?</h3> <p>You might wonder, why go through all this trouble? Here’s my use case: I frequently upload videos to my Plex dataset, which is integrated with my Plex TrueNAS app. The conventional approach was to nest a dataset and mount the child dataset while concurrently sharing the parent dataset via SMB. This method, however, became nonviable following an update from TrueNAS.</p> <p>Fortunately, it opened up two alternatives. The first is to <a href="/scale/scaletutorials/apps/appadvancedsettings/configuring-host-path-safety-checks/#using-shared-host-paths-with-safety-checks-disabled">disable host path validation</a>, while the second merges the strengths of NFS and SMB shares using TrueCharts.</p> <h3 id="why-i-chose-the-second-option">Why I Chose the Second Option</h3> <p>Given that I was already utilizing TrueCharts, the second option was more appealing. The process is simple: instead of the traditional host path, I employed the NFS option in the volume mount of the app. Prior to this change, it&rsquo;s essential to establish the NFS share.</p> <p>This decision ensured that I could still manually upload videos to my Plex dataset without any disruption or the need for workarounds. By integrating NFS and SMB shares via TrueCharts, I created a more robust and efficient solution.</p> <h3 id="further-reading">Further Reading</h3> <p>If you&rsquo;re looking to do the same or just intrigued about this process, you can find more detailed information in this guide: <a href="https://truecharts.org/manual/SCALE/guides/dataset">https://truecharts.org/manual/SCALE/guides/dataset</a>. Diving into the world of dataset management might seem daunting, but with the right approach and resources, it can transform into a manageable task, and even an enjoyable one.</p> <p>Understanding how to effectively manage datasets and sharing options can greatly enhance your system&rsquo;s functionality. It provides more flexibility and control over how your data is accessed and manipulated, leading to improved workflows and efficiencies. So, don&rsquo;t be afraid to explore the world of data management—it&rsquo;s an investment that&rsquo;s sure to pay off.</p>