docs: add faq entry about using external etcd cluster

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James Shubin
2016-05-14 19:40:29 -04:00
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@@ -140,6 +140,17 @@ chosen, but it was also somewhat arbitrary. If there is available interest,
good reasoning, *and* patches, then we would consider either switching or
supporting both, but this is not a high priority at this time.
###Can I use an existing etcd cluster instead of the automatic embedded servers?
Yes, it's possible to use an existing etcd cluster instead of the automatic,
elastic embedded etcd servers. To do so, simply point to the cluster with the
`--seeds` variable, the same way you would if you were seeding a new member to
an existing mgmt cluster.
The downside to this approach is that you won't benefit from the automatic
elastic nature of the embedded etcd servers, and that you're responsible if you
accidentally break your etcd cluster, or if you use an unsupported version.
###You didn't answer my question, or I have a question!
It's best to ask on [IRC](https://webchat.freenode.net/?channels=#mgmtconfig)