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Using Other Storage Solutions

Nomadesk supports any POSIX-compliant file system that is mounted on /mnt/data.
During the installation process, you can select local storage, and Nomadesk will use that mount point to store both the database and data.
It is recommended to use an external database when using an NFS file system.

Important Considerations​

Network File Systems​

When using network file systems, please be aware of the following:

  • Performance Issues: Network file systems can introduce latency and performance bottlenecks.
  • Data Integrity: Network disruptions can lead to data corruption or loss.
  • Reliability: It is recommended to use an external PostgreSQL database for improved reliability when using network file systems. This way only the user data is written to the local mount point, that data is much more resilient due to additional verifications the software itself does.

By following these guidelines, you can ensure a more stable and efficient setup for your Nomadesk deployment.

High Availablity Setups​

Make sure the mount point on /mnt/data is available on all Nomadesk nodes and to add monitoring so that the node can be made unavailable in case the mount point disapears or stops working.