HP 5300 User Manual

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Configuring an Array

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HP Smart Array 5300 Controller User Guide

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Now you install a 9.1-GB drive, and want to expand Array A to include this new
drive. This scenario is represented in Figure 7-19.

Figure 7-19: Starting an array expansion

To expand Array A and create a second logical drive on this array:

1. Select Array A in the Logical Configuration View window.

2. Click Expand in the Array box.

3. In the left-hand panel of the Expand Array A window, select the unassigned

9.1-GB drive.

4. Click the button in the middle of the screen (Assign Drive to Array).

5. Click Next. The screen shown in Figure 7-20 is displayed.

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