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Initialization
Initialization is done to logical drives after they are created from a disk array. Full
initialization sets all data bits in the logical drive to a specified pattern, such as all
zeros. The action is useful because there may be residual data on the logical
drives left behind from earlier configurations. For this reason, Initialization is
recommended for all new logical drives.
See “Initializing a Logical Drive” on page 63.
Caution
When you initialize a logical drive, all the data on the logical drive
is lost. Backup any important data before you initialize a logical
drive.