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To create a new array automatically, follow the steps under “Creating Arrays
Automatically”. SOYO recommends this option for most users.
To view drives assigned to arrays, see “Viewing Drive Assignments”.
To delete an array (but not delete the data contained on the array), see “Deleting
An Array”.
To rebuild a mirrored array, see “Rebuilding an Array”.
To view controller settings, see “Viewing Controller Configuration”.
NOTE
: After configuring an array using FastBuild, you
s
hould
FDISK and format the arrayed drive(s) if you are using new, blank
drives. Depending on the type of array you are using.
CREATING ARRAYS AUTOMATICALLY
The Auto Setup <1> selection from the Main Menu can intuitively help create your
disk array. It will assign all available drives appropriate for the disk array you are
creating. After making all selections, use Ctrl-Y to Save selections. FastBuild will
automatically build the array.
FastBuild (tm) Utility 1.xx (c) 1995-2000 Promise Technology, Inc.
[Auto Setup Options Menu]
Optimize Array for:
Performance
Typical Application usage:
A/V Editing
[ Auto Setup Configuration ]
Mode ..........................................Stripe
Spare
Drive
Count.............................1
Drives used in Array..........................2
Array
Disk
Capacity................... 16126
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