By clearing orphaned inodes in Ubuntu, we mean to remove the orphaned inodes from the file system. At Bobcares, with our Server Management Service, we can handle your Ubuntu server issues.

Clearing Orphaned Inodes in Ubuntu

Data structures called orphaned inodes point to data blocks that are no longer connected to any files or directories. They may happen as a result of incorrect shutdowns, file system faults, or other problems. On Ubuntu, we can use the e2fsck (ext2/3/4 file system check) command to remove orphaned inodes.

The ext2, ext3, and ext4 file systems can be inspected and repaired with this command. Here is how to go about it:

1. Firstly, start the system again.

2. Then choose “Advanced options for Ubuntu” from the GRUB boot menu that appears.

3. Also, select the recovery mode option that matches the kernel that was installed.

4. A menu will appear when we are in recovery mode. The “Root Drop to root shell prompt” option should be selected.

5. Now, in read-write mode, remount the root partition:

6. On the partition containing the orphaned inodes, run e2fsck. We must use the proper partition identifier. Even if the filesystem appears to be clean, the -f switch compels the inspection.

7. We might receive queries from e2fsck about resolving various problems it discovers. The default or suggested alternatives are typically available for selection.

8. Lastly, restart the system after e2fsck has finished its checks and fixes.

Data loss may result from improper e2fsck command usage. Before moving forward, we must make sure we have copies of all relevant data, as the above steps are complex and entail changing the filesystem.

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Conclusion

These procedures should be carried out cautiously and ideally with some familiarity with file systems. Our Experts can easily help you with the procedure of clearing orphaned inode on Ubuntu file systems.