Adaptec 2130SLP - SCSI RAID Controller, Installation And User Manual

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Appendix C: Using the Adaptec RAID Controller Utility
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Introduction to the Adaptec RAID Controller
Utility
The Adaptec RAID Controller utility comprises these tools:
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The Array Configuration Utility (ACU) —For creating and
managing arrays, and initializing and rescanning disk drives (see
page 92 ).
Note:
Also available—ACU for DOS. See page 101 .
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A -Select Utility —SerialSelect, SATASelect, or SCSISelect, for
modifying your controller and disk drive settings (see page 95 ).
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Disk Utilities —For formatting or verifying disk drives (see page 99 ).
Running the Adaptec RAID Controller Utility
If your Adaptec controller is connected to a RAID enclosure, power on
your enclosure (or enclosures) before you power on your computer.
Start or restart your computer. When prompted, press Ctrl+A .
Note:
The first time you power on your computer after you install a
new controller, the BIOS may display a configuration that doesn’t
match your system’s configuration. This is normal.
Navigating the Adaptec RAID Controller Utility
All the tools within the Adaptec RAID Controller utility are menu-
based and instructions for completing tasks appear on-screen. Menus
can be navigated using the arrows, Enter, Esc, and other keys on your
keyboard.