PowerScale: Node Reboot may Cause SmartSync Jobs to Remain in a Running State
Summary: When a node is rebooted, the system Monotime is reset to 0 and misused in SmartSync task alive time check. As a result, some running jobs get stuck in the running state for a few days before they get finished. ...
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Symptoms
SmartSync jobs may be stuck in a running state for days.
Cause
If there is a node reboot, the Monotime is reset and misused to update task alive time.
Resolution
This issue is fixed in OneFS 9.9.x and later.
Reach out to Dell Support before an upgrade is performed.
Affected Products
PowerScale OneFSArticle Properties
Article Number: 000223879
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 23 سبتمبر 2026
Version: 4
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