From: Jim K. <ji...@wi...> - 2007-08-01 13:40:57
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> But this all assumes that you are already on the server. My current > understanding is that the basic load balancing is achieved by choosing the > least loaded server to login. So this has to take place on the thin client > before you get logged into one server. > > Or do I have the wrong picture? This is where I was thinking the master server would communicate with other servers in the pool via ssh in order to determine what to set as the default for clients or how to build the list of servers. As I understand in this type of load balanced setup there would be a single "boot" server which would be running the initial LDM to get a log in screen, but then upon server choice at login you would be directed to the chosen server, is that correct? If not could someone clarify the boot sequence in such a load balanced environment and where the choice for servers actually takes place? -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by the Cotter Technology Department, and is believed to be clean. |