Packet transportation methods and configuration
The method you choose for transporting packets between replicas depends on connectivity. If your replicas do not have IP connectivity, you must use a file-based transport method. If your replicas have connectivity, you can use the store-and-forward facility.
The following table lists the recommended methods for various situations.
| Your situation | Recommended methods |
|---|---|
| Sites are connected with high-speed lines | Store-and-forward |
| One or more sites have firewalls | File-based methods (electronic mail, ftp, physical media), store-and-forward |
| Must transfer packets quickly | File-based methods (electronic mail, ftp), store-and-forward |
| No electronic connection between sites | File-based methods (physical media) |