[zfs-discuss] zpool "cannot replace a replacing device"

Brian Couper
2008-12-07T21:23:37Z

zpool replace data 11342560969745958696 c0t2d0  that might replace the drive BUT
you will have to sort out the hardware error first.

For now forget about zfs and what is says about the zpool status. Concentrate on
fixing the hardware error. Use the manufacturs drive check boot CD to check the
drive again. I know you checked it once before but my money is on the hard drive
being faulty. I recon you will get errors on the drive if you check it again.

If it passes without any errors, and without wipeing the drive, try zpool clear
and zpool online. It may not get any more write errors.

Is the drive showing up in the format command?

Remember, this small error has all the signs of going pear-shaped on you, so
back up your data now while you can still read it!