How To Add A Second Hard Disk

Q.How do I add a second hard disk to my
[url=javascript:;]FreeBSD[/url]
server? How do I partition, label and mount a new hard disk under FreeBSD for backup or additional data?
A.There are two ways to install a new hard disk under FreeBSD system. You can use all command line utilities such as fdisk,bsdlabel and newfs to create partitions, label and format it. This method requires complete understanding of BSD partitions and other stuff.
Using sysinstall - Easy way to add a new hard disk
The sysinstall utility is used for installing and configuring FreeBSD systems including hard disks. sysinstall offers options to partition and label a new disk using its easy to use menus. Login as
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user. Run sysinstall and enter the Configure menu. Within the FreeBSD Configuration Menu, scroll down and select the Fdisk option:
# sysinstall
Alternatively, use sudo (if configured) to run sysinstall:
$ sudo sysinstall
WARNING!These examples may result into data loss or crash your computer if executed without proper care. This FAQ
assumes that you have
added a hard disk to the system. Also, replace ad to da (if using SCSI hard disk). Please note that any existing data on 2nd hard disk will get wiped out. Make sure you have backup of all import data and config files.

Fig.01: Scroll down to Configure and press [enter]

Fig.02: Select Fdisk and press [enter]

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