Chapter 4 – Setting up an array
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This chapter explains how to:
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Set RAID level on the RA4000e Series
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Create an array
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Remove and replace drives from an array
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Connect RA4000e Series to the host computer
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Set the time and date on
Array creation flowchart
Setting up an array on is simple. This chapter will lead you though the following steps:
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Use the RAID level selector to set the RAID level (0, 0+1, 5
or 5+spare)
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Load four drives into the RA4000e Series, then turn on to
create array. Replace any faulty drives.
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When RAID initialization is complete, connect your RA4000e
Series to the host computer.
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Set the time and date on the LCD display.
Set RAID
level
Create array
Set time
& date
Connect to
the host
computer
