Oracle Linux: How to Grow / Extend an Existing LVM-based Swap Device (Doc ID 2567491.1)

Last updated on DECEMBER 01, 2024

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Goal

Occasionally, it may be necessary to add additional swap space to an Oracle Linux (OL) system.

This can typically be accomplished via several means e.g.:

• adding a new separate swap device - whether as a file or using an entire device
• recreating or extending an existing swap device whether based on LVM or not

This document specifically describes the expansion of an existing LVM-based swap device.

Solution

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