9.3. Frequently Asked Questions

This section answers some common questions about the LOCKSS system.

I have an existing classic LOCKSS system (version 1.x). Can I migrate to LOCKSS 2.0-beta1?

It is possible to migrate from LOCKSS 1.78 to LOCKSS 2.0-beta1 now, except for LOCKSS nodes participating in the Global LOCKSS Network (GLN), in which case we strongly recommend waiting until a subsequent beta release of LOCKSS 2.x for that node. We invite you to read the LOCKSS 1.x to 2.x Migration Guide and give us feedback to help improve the documentation.

I have a LOCKSS system running 2.0-alpha7. Can I upgrade to LOCKSS 2.0-beta1?

Yes. You are welcome to wipe your testing data from LOCKSS 2.0-alpha6 and start from scratch, but there is an upgrade path from LOCKSS 2.0-alpha6.

Can I use my own PostgreSQL database? Can I use my own Solr database?

Yes, you can configure the system to use your institution's Postgres database and/or Solr database -- or you can simply let system run included ones locally.

Can I replay Web content with my own Pywb instance? Can I replay Web content with my own OpenWayback instance?

Yes, you can configure your own Pywb instance and/or OpenWayback instance to connect directly to the LOCKSS Repository Service -- or you can let the system run included ones locally, or you can choose not to run any Web replay engine at all.