Data Domain - Mounting CIFS Share on Linux Client

Summary: This Knowledge Base article explains the limitations of CIFS share support on Data Domain systems regarding non windows clients.

This article applies to This article does not apply to This article is not tied to any specific product. Not all product versions are identified in this article.
Check out other resources

Symptoms

Users attempting to mount a CIFS share from a Data Domain system on a Linux, UNIX, or macOS client may encounter errors or failed mount attempts.

Cause

  • Data Domain is designed to support CIFS (SMB) protocol access only from Windows operating systems.
  • Mounting CIFS shares on Linux, UNIX, or macOS clients are not supported.

Resolution

  • Mounting CIFS shares from a Data Domain on Linux, UNIX, or macOS clients is not supported.
  • CIFS access is supported only with Windows OS clients.
  • For other environments, consider using NFS or other supported protocols.

Affected Products

Data Domain

Products

Data Domain
Article Properties
Article Number: 000046837
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 13 Jan 2026
Version:  5
Find answers to your questions from other Dell users
Support Services
Check if your device is covered by Support Services.