This guide outlines a step-by-step process, ensuring a smooth transition while maintaining the integrity of your media files. Follow these instructions to efficiently move Centova Cast media files to a new location on your server.

Step-by-Step Guide:

Prepare for Transition:

Before initiating the move, make sure to backup your media files and configurations to prevent any potential data loss.

Identify New Path or Partition:

Determine the destination for your media files, whether it’s a new path within the existing structure or a separate partition on your server.

Temporarily Disable Cron Jobs:

Suspend Centova Cast cron jobs during the relocation process:

mv -f /etc/cron.d/centovacast /etc/centovacast-cron.disabled

Stop Online Streams:

Ensure no streams are active by stopping them:

/usr/local/centovacast/bin/ccmanage batch --method=stop --username=all

Stop Centova Cast

Halt Centova Cast to facilitate the move:

service centovacast stop

Move Media Files:

Transfer the existing media files to the new location. For instance, if moving to

/new/path/media:

mv /usr/local/centovacast/var/media /new/path

Create Placeholder Directory:

Generate a new placeholder directory for the media files:

mkdir /usr/local/centovacast/var/media

Adjust Ownership:

Ensure ownerships are correct:

chown ccuser.ccuser /new/path/media /usr/local/centovacast/var/media

Update Centova Cast Configuration:

Modify Centova Cast configuration to reflect the new media file path. Locate and edit the configuration file, usually located at /usr/local/centovacast/etc/centovacast.conf, updating relevant paths.

Restart Centova Cast:

Restart Centova Cast to apply changes:

service centovacast start

Re-enable Cron Jobs:

Restore Centova Cast cron jobs:

mv -f /etc/centovacast-cron.disabled /etc/cron.d/centovacast

Congratulations! You’ve successfully relocated your media files. Stay tuned for more tutorials from TutoSquad, guiding you through the intricate landscape of system administration and configuration.