Configuring an Array
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Compaq Smart Array 5300 Controller User Guide
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Table 7-1: Comparison of Utilities for Configuring an Array
ACU
ACU-XE
CPQONLIN
ORCA
Uses a graphical interface
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Available in languages other than English
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Executable at any time
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Available on CD
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0
Uses a wizard to suggest the optimum
configuration for an unconfigured controller
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Describes configuration errors
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Supports these operating systems:
Windows 2000
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Windows NT
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NetWare
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Linux
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Allows these procedures:
Creation and deletion of arrays, logical drives
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Assignment of RAID level
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Sharing of spare drive among several arrays
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Assignment of multiple spare drives per array
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Setting of stripe size
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Migration of RAID level or stripe size
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Configuration of controller settings
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Expansion of an array
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Creation of multiple logical drives per array
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Setting of boot controller
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*An array can be configured in these cases only when the system is offline.
