Configuring an Array
Compaq Smart Array 5i Plus Controller and Battery Backed Write Cache Enabler User Guide
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Using ORCA
When a computer system is powered up, part of the startup sequence is the Power-On
Self-Test (POST). Any array controllers that are in the system are initialized while
POST is running. If the array controller supports ORCA, POST temporarily halts and
an ORCA prompt message is displayed for about five seconds. (If ORCA is not
supported, the prompt message is not displayed and the system continues with the
startup sequence.)
While the prompt is displayed, press the
F8
key to start ORCA. The
Option ROM
Configuration for Arrays Main Menu
screen is displayed, allowing you to select
the boot controller for the system, or to create, view, or delete a logical drive.
Figure 7-1: ORCA main menu screen
To create a logical drive:
1.
Choose
Create Logical Drive
.
The screen displays a list of all available (unconfigured) physical drives and the
valid RAID options for your system.
NOTE:
You can create only one logical drive at a time.
2.
Use the arrow keys, space bar, and tab key to navigate around the screen and set
up your logical drive, including a spare drive if required.
