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For those who encounter "Can't read superblock" error in XFS. (alien.top)

submitted 2 years ago by NoGod_Jr@alien.top to c/datahoarder@selfhosted.forum

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I have found out that XFS doesn't work well with MBR partition table. I tried XFS since it is recommended for large files and when I formatted 2 of my external HDD with XFS, it refuses to mount after reboot. I already tried xfs_repair but no luck. Both of those 2 drives used MBR so I tried GPT and it mounts without any problems after reboot. I thought XFS is just a problematic filesystem. I hope this helps people who are trying out XFS.

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[–] zfsbest@alien.top 1 points 2 years ago

I highly doubt XFS has issues with MBR. Try filing a bug report with the XFS bug tracker, maybe you are using SMR drives or particular firmware.