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Alan, As you point out, there is some need for caution. It looks like /opt and /usr are quite large ... almost too large to split out an have an effective use of /. It would be helpful to have access to gather a bit more information -- and I can put together a procedure for you to make the changes, or I can do it. Let me know. BTW - my phone is 303.497.8688 if you want to relay the password mike >From: alan anderson <address@hidden> >Subject: solaris 8 at stc >Organization: St. Cloud State >Keywords: 200009081432.e88EVvN09665 Solaris 8 network > > ... > I know that I can easily lose things if I am not careful, and since we > don't have the os on a cd I don't want to mess up the base system. > I will try and get a system cd, but for now it is not here. > > What do you suggest ? If you want, I will provide root access although > I am happy to try myself following your directions.