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Glossary
O
offline array
Array that can no longer be accessed.
optimal
The state of an array when it is fully operational. For redundant
arrays, the entire array is protected.
P
partition
A section of a disk storage device created by the operating system
disk management program, in which data and/or software
programs are stored. Computers have a primary operating system
partition that contains the special files needed to boot the
computer. Each operating system partition is assigned a unique
drive letter, such as C or D. A single disk device can have multiple
partitions.
phantom object
Object that represents a component that cannot be configured by
the controller management software; for example, a missing drive.
Q
quick init
An array initialized using the Quick Init option is available
immediately, with no on-going background controller activity. All
data written to an array that has been quick initialized is protected.
R
RAID
Redundant Array of Independent Disks (alternative definition
Redundant Array of Inexpensive Disks).
