> > what do you mean external storage?
> > Alan
> >
>
> The partition which we store all the data files, are located in an
> external storage device. The operating system, and firebird software
> are located on local hard drives.
>
> Regards,
> Faisal

I'm not sure I like this setup but I don't know the exact type of storage
you are talking about. (not enough info). FB databases need to be stored on
local drives - if this device is "mounted" then I remain suspicious.
Alan