4 other configuration tasks, 1 viewing is volume properties, 2 activating an array – Asus LSI SAS3442X-R User Manual

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Other Configuration Tasks

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The other way in which to add a second volume is as follows:

1.

On the Adapter List screen, use the arrow keys to select an LSI SAS
adapter.

2.

Press Enter to go to the Adapter Properties screen, shown in

Figure 5.1

.

3.

On the Adapter Properties screen, use the arrow keys to select RAID
Properties
and press Enter.

4.

Continue with step

4

of

Section 5.2, “Creating IS Volumes,”

to create

a second IS volume.

5.4

Other Configuration Tasks

This section explains how to perform other configuration and
maintenance tasks for IS volumes.

5.4.1

Viewing IS Volume Properties

Follow these steps to view the properties of IS volumes:

1.

In the configuration utility, select an adapter from the Adapter List.
Select the RAID Properties option.

The properties of the current volume are displayed.

2.

If more than one volume is configured, press Alt+N to view the next
array.

3.

To manage the current array, press Enter when the Manage Array
item is selected.

5.4.2

Activating an Array

An array can become inactive if, for example, it is removed from one
controller or computer and moved to another one. The “Activate Array”
option allows you to reactivate an inactive array that has been added to
a system. This option is only available when the selected array is
currently inactive.

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