· In a few days I will be acquiring a new server and will have to migrate the database and large collection to it. I understand the principle of restoring as explained in the FAQ’s, but when it comes to the actual music files organized on the 8T SSD, do I assume the new server will see the files if I “point to them” in Storage/add folder or do I have to format the SSD first then repopulate the entire library ?( 100,000+)
Congratulations on the upcoming upgrade to the Grimm MU1!
To answer your main question: No, from Roon’s perspective, you do not need to format the SSD and recopy all 100,000+ files. As long as the Grimm MU1’s operating system can read the current file system of your SSD (such as exFAT, NTFS,EXT4 etc.), your files are perfectly safe as they are. (Note: It is always a good idea to double-check Grimm’s user manual to ensure your specific SSD format is supported by their hardware).
However, there is a very specific way you need to “point” Roon to these files to ensure you keep all your play history, playlists, and edits intact. Do not use “Add Folder”.
Here is the safest step-by-step process for your storage migration:
Disable the storage folder Open the Settings → Storage-> 3 dots menu → Disable
Backup: Create a fresh Roon Database backup from your Antipodes S40 and save it to a safe location (like a USB thumb drive).
Restore: Boot up the Grimm MU1, authorize it as your new Core, and restore your Roon Database backup.
Map the Storage: * Go to Settings > Storage in Roon.To avoid the full rescan, enable the storage after pointing to the new location.
You will see your old 8TB SSD folder listed there, but it will likely show as disconnected or unavailable (since the hardware path has changed).
Click the three dots (⋮) next to that old folder and select Edit.
Click Browse and navigate to the new location of the SSD on your Grimm MU1.
Select it and confirm.
By using the “Edit > Browse” method, Roon will seamlessly reconnect your existing database records to the new physical location of the files without having to re-analyze everything as “new” music.
