cube/README.md
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# Cube
## What
A basic NBD block server with a single gimmick.
## Why
The main reason for using this over any other NBD server is its ability to reload the config without affecting any existing connection.
This allows for booting a device off an NBD device and changing the export configuration to point to a new root image. Without affecting the booted devices.
Then, when the device is rebooted, it will connect to the new root image.
## How
Create a config file `config.toml`
```toml
[listen]
port = 10809
[exports]
main = { path = "./src/main.rs", readonly = true }
block = "/tmp/block.bin"
```
Run the server with
```bash
cube -c config.toml
```
When the configuration is changed, it can be reloaded by sending `SIGHUP` to the server.
```bash
pkill -sighup cube
```