PRIMECLUSTER Global File Services Configuration and Administration Guide 4.2 (Solaris(TM) Operating Environment)

2.9 Setting of Extent Attribute Information

The GFS Local File System has functions that allocate a data area beforehand to a file, extend a data area in a certain proportion, and guarantee data area continuity. The information that enables these functions is called extent attribute information. These functions enable a system offering higher performance, by ensuring data area allocation and data area continuity.