Commands Reference, Volume 3

lsvfs Command

Purpose

Lists entries in the /etc/vfs file.

Syntax

lsvfs { -a | VfsName }

Description

The lsvfs command lists entries in the /etc/vfs file. You can display information about a specific Virtual File System (VFS) type or all known VFS types.

Flag

-a	Lists all stanzas in the /etc/vfs file, including the default stanza.

Parameter

VfsName

Specifies the name of a virtual file system.

Examples

To list the vfs entry named newvfs, enter:
```
lsvfs newvfs
```
To list all vfs types, enter:
```
lsvfs -a
```

Files

/etc/vfs

Contains descriptions of virtual file system types.

Related Information

The chvfs command, crvfs command, rmvfs command, mount command.

File Systems in AIX 5L Version 5.2 System Management Concepts: Operating System and Devices explains file system types, management, structure, and maintenance.

Mounting Overview in AIX 5L Version 5.2 System Management Concepts: Operating System and Devices explains mounting files and directories, mount points, and automatic mounts.