Promise Technology 150TX2 - Manual (Page 4)

FastTrak S150 TX2plus User Manual
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Existing Windows ME Installation............................................................... 45
Confirming Windows ME Driver Installation ............................................... 45
New Windows NT4.0 Installation................................................................ 46
Existing Windows NT4.0 Installation .......................................................... 47
Removing Driver from Windows NT4.0 ...................................................... 47
New Windows 98 Installation ..................................................................... 48
Existing Windows 98 Installation ................................................................ 49
Confirming Windows 98 Driver Installation................................................. 49
Chapter 5: Disk Array Concepts ........................................................................ 51
About FastTrak S150 TX2plus ................................................................... 51
About Adapter BIOS ........................................................................... 51
FastBuild Auto Menu Setup ................................................................ 51
Reserve Sector ................................................................................... 51
Disk Array Terms ....................................................................................... 52
Disk Array Description......................................................................... 52
Disk Array Member ............................................................................. 52
Disk Array Types................................................................................. 52
About RAID Levels..................................................................................... 53
Striping (RAID 0)................................................................................. 53
Mirroring (RAID 1)............................................................................... 54
Striping / Mirroring (RAID 0+1)............................................................ 56
About Dual Data Redundancy............................................................. 56
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting & Tips.................................................................... 57
Motherboard Issues ............................................................................ 57
System CMOS Issues......................................................................... 58
Drive-Related Errors ........................................................................... 59
Operating System-Related Issues ...................................................... 62
Performance Tips................................................................................ 64
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................... 67
Pre-Installation ........................................................................................... 67
Drive Issues ............................................................................................... 69
Installation Issues....................................................................................... 71
Post-Installation.......................................................................................... 71
Appendix B: Technical Support ......................................................................... 73
Technical Support Services........................................................................ 73
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................ 75
Disclaimer of other warranties............................................................. 75
Your Responsibilities........................................................................... 76
Returning Product for Repair...................................................................... 77