HP Compaq Integrated Smart Array Controller - Manual (Page 97)

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Expanding Capacity
Expanding array capacity involves adding storage capacity to an array that has
already been configured without disturbing the existing data by adding new
physical drives to the array.
When you run the Array Configuration Utility, the program checks the drive
hardware and configuration. If the Array Configuration Utility discovers a
physical drive that is not used, the configuration wizard leads you through the
steps for adding the drive to the array.
Expanding Array Capacity
To expand your array manually:
1. Install the new physical drives.
NOTE: Always group physical drives of the same size. If you mix drive sizes, the capacity
of the larger drives is wasted.
2. Assign the new physical drives to an existing array. Existing logical
drives will automatically expand across the physical drives, including
the newly added ones.