As the aftermath of the recent disk space issue, the servers Elasticsearch index had switched to Read-Only Mode. We did not initially pay attention to this, but the errors became apparent. We have now switched it back and everything seems normal.
Category: SilentGround.org
Disk Space Issues
We are currently experiencing issues with disk space on the forum server. We are currently investigating the cause for this. Sorry for the inconvenience. UPDATE: The backup system had apparently been allowed to fill up the data partition. We have made necessary changes to the configuration and moved the backups to a different partition to…
Mail Contact Changes
Due to heavy SPAM abuse of the XF contact form, we are disabling it and redirecting users to use our status update page instead. In practice it will not be any different to the end user. At the same time, we would like to remind all members, that the contact form is not for general…
FTP Server URL Change
Due to host restructuring, our FTP server has been migrated to a different location and IPv4 address. Additionally it has received an IPv6 address as well, allowing IPv6 connections directly. This will have no relevance to users. Just information for the administration team. The new URL will be applied where applicable. All logins remain the…
S.G. Status Site
We have added an additional update site, to make it easier for members to navigate. There have been some confusion as to whether this site is for Elite Members only, even when the news are publicly available. To address this, we have made a simplified site available, with just S.G. forum news specifically. Syndication will…