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Removing repositories

When a repository is removed, its contents are not permanently deleted and can be restored.

1. Select the repository and choose Repository > Remove Repository.

The Remove Repository dialog box opens.

2. Enter any Comments, such as the reason for removing the repository.

3. Select Force recursive remove to remove the repository and all files and subrepositories.

4. Select Permanently destroy repository to delete the repository from the hard drive.

If you select Force recursive remove, this option changes to Permanently destroy repository and contents.

5. Optionally expand the Changelist options area to select options for removing the repository as part of a changelist. See Adding file actions to changelists.

6. Click OK.

You are prompted to confirm the removal.

7. Click Yes to remove the repository.

The repository is removed but not deleted from the Surround SCM Server unless you chose to destroy it.

Note: To view a list of removed subrepositories, select a repository and choose Activities > Properties and then click the Removed Items tab.

 

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