Mac OS X: Some Mac OS X Applications and Services Require AFP 3.0 or Later When Using AFP Home Directories

Mac OS X applications may not work properly when using Apple Filing Protocol (AFP) home directories hosted by a server that does not have AFP 3.0 or later as a feature.
Symptom

Classic unexpectedly quits while it is opening. Files may disappear in the Finder but are not actually deleted.


Solution

AFP 3.0 adds several features, including:

Many Mac OS X applications and services expect these features. These applications and services may experience unexpected behavior with earlier versions of AFP.

When accessing remote file services using AFP, an AFP server that includes AFP version 3.0 or later may be required for use with some Mac OS X applications and services.

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Published Date: Feb 17, 2012