AMD 4118 specifications Navigating the FastBuild Setup Menu, Using the Main Menu

Raid Introduction

Navigating the FastBuild™ Setup Menu

When using the menus, these are some of the basic navigation tips: Arrow keys highlights through choices; [Space] bar key allows to cycle through options;

[Enter] key selects an option; [ESC] key is used to abort or exit the current menu.

Using the Main Menu

This is the first option screen when entering the FastBuildTM Setup.

FastBuild (tm) Utility 1.xx (c) 1995-2000 Promise Technology, Inc.

[ Main Menu ]

Auto Setup	[ 1 ]
View Drive Assignments	[ 2 ]
View Array	[ 3 ]
Delete Array	[ 4 ]
Rebuild Array	[ 5 ]
Controller Configuration	[ 6 ]
[ Keys Available ]
Press 1...6 to Select Option	[ESC] Exit

To create a new array automatically, follow the steps under “Creating Arrays Automatically” on page 55. Promise recommends this option for most users.

To view drives assigned to arrays, see “Viewing Drive Assignments” on page 57.

To delete an array (but not delete the data contained on the array), select “Deleting An Array” on page 64.

To rebuild a mirrored array, see “Rebuilding an Array” on page 66.

To view controller settings, see “Viewing Controller Configuration” on page 68.

NOTE: After configuring an array using FastBuild, you should FDISK and format the arrayed drive(s) if you are using new, blank drives. Depending on the type of array you are using.

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