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Creating Secured Virtual Disks

To create a secured virtual disk, the controller must have a security key established first. See "Create Security Key" on page 100.

NOTE: Combining SAS and SATA hard drives within a virtual disk is not supported. Also, combining hard drives and solid state drives (SSDs) within a virtual disk is not supported.

After the security key is established, perform the steps outlined in the "Creating Virtual Disks" on page 88 to create a virtual disk.

To secure the virtual disk, navigate to the Secure VD option at the bottom left area of the Create New VD screen.

NOTE: All virtual disks added to a secured Disk Group are secured.

Securing Pre-Existing Virtual Disks

If an unsecured virtual disk was created on a controller, you can secure the virtual disk as long as the following conditions are met:

•The controller has a security key present.

•All the physical disks in the virtual disk are SED.

Perform the following steps when securing a pre-existing virtual disk on a secured controller:

1During the host system bootup, press <Ctrl><R> when the BIOS screen is displayed.

The Virtual Disk Management screen is displayed.

If there is more than one controller, the main menu screen is displayed.

2Select a controller, and press <Enter>.

The Virtual Disk Management screen is displayed for the selected controller.

3Use the arrow keys to highlight the Disk Group number.

4Press <F2> to display a menu of the available actions.

5Highlight the Secure Disk Group option and press <Enter>.

NOTE: If you select to secure a Disk Group, all VDs part of the Disk Group are secured.

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Contents User’s Guide Model UCPA-801, UCPB-800, UCPM-800 and UCPE-800 Contents Removing the Perc Controller Installing the Perc Controller Battery Transparent Learn CycleAutomatic Replace Member Reverting to Single Path Support Setting up Redundant Path SupportInstalling the Windows Drivers Support For InternalVirtual Disk Management Bios Configuration UtilityUefi RAID Configuration Utility Security Key Implementation Security Key Management Troubleshooting Security Key Errors109 124 Degraded State of Virtual Disks 118119 120125 Linux Operating System Errors 126128 Contents Overview GB DDR3 Supported Operating Systems Visit support.dell.com Related DocumentationContacting Dell Go to support.dell.comPhysical Disk Power Management FeaturesBackground Initialization of Virtual Disks Configured Spin Down DelaySavings mode Types of Virtual Disk InitializationFast Initialization of Virtual Disks Full Initialization of Virtual DisksDisk Roaming Consistency ChecksVirtual Disk Migration Features Write-Back and Write-Through Virtual Disk Write Cache PoliciesConditions Under Which Write-Back is Employed Virtual Disk Read Cache PoliciesReconfiguration of Virtual Disks RAID Level Migration Smart Feature Fault ToleranceAutomatic Replace Member with Predicted Failure Patrol ReadRedundant Path Support For Perc H810 Only Physical Disk Failure Detection Using Persistent Hot Spare SlotsPhysical Disk Hot Swapping Controller Cache Preservation Using Replace Member and Revertible Hot SparesTLC Time Frame Battery Transparent Learn CycleCache Data Recovery Cache Preservation With Non-Volatile Cache NVCWhen to Replace the Battery Features Deploying the Perc Card Removing the Perc Controller Installing the Perc ControllerRemoving and Installing the Perc Adapter Removing and Installing the Perc Mini Blade Controller Support For Internal Multiple Controllers Removing and Installing the Perc Mini Monolithic ControllerSetting up Redundant Path Support on the Perc H810 Adapter Deploying the Perc Card Redundant Path Support Configuration With Two Enclosures Installing the Windows Drivers Driver InstallationCreating the Driver Media Downloading Drivers From the Dell Support Website Pre-Installation RequirementsCreating the Device Driver Media Click ContinueDriver Installation Click Device Manager Select Install from a list or specific locationUpdating the Linux Driver Driver Installation Upgrading the Kernel Driver Installation Dell OpenManage Storage Management Management Applications for Perc CardsEntering the Bios Configuration Utility Bios Configuration UtilityMenu Navigation Controls Exiting the Configuration UtilityMenu Navigation Keys Notation Meaning and Use Example To exit the Bios Configuration Utility Mgmt, Ctrl Mgmt, and Foreign View PD Mgmt Setting Up Virtual DisksRAID Level Virtual Disk Parameters and DescriptionsWrite Policy Creating Virtual Disks Virtual Disk ManagementManagement Applications for Perc Cards Management Applications for Perc Cards Converting Physical Disk to Non-RAID for Perc H310 Converting Physical Disk to RAID Capable for Perc H310Initializing Virtual Disks Checking Data Consistency Management Applications for Perc Cards Management Applications for Perc Cards Select Foreign Configuration View to display Break Mirror Break Mirror in Bios Configuration Utility Select Manage Preserved Cache Managing Preserved CacheCreating a dedicated hot spare Managing Dedicated Hot SparesDeleting a dedicated hot spare Deleting Disk Groups Deleting Virtual DisksClearing the Configuration Bios Configuration Utility Menu OptionsSelect Clear Config Information Displayed in Right Panel Virtual Disk Management VD MgmtVirtual Disks Physical Disks Information on the Virtual Disk Management ScreenVirtual Disks Disk Group # Properties Management Applications for Perc Cards Information on the Virtual Disk Management Screen Virtual Disk Actions Description Virtual Disk ActionsPhysical Disk Management PD Mgmt Rebuild Physical Disk ActionsPhysical Disk Actions Description Controller Management Ctrl Mgmt Controller Management Options Description Controller Management ActionsNon-RAID drive Setting LED Blinking Foreign Configuration ViewPhysical Disk Management Removing Global or Dedicated Hot Spares Creating Global Hot SparesReplacing an Online Physical Disk Restrictions and Limitations Stopping Background InitializationController Management Enabling Boot SupportPerforming a Manual Rebuild of an Individual Physical Disk Enabling Bios Stop on Error Enabling Auto Import Restoring Factory Default Settings Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityEntering the Uefi RAID Configuration Utility Configuration Options Exiting the Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityController Management Physical Disk Management Virtual Disk ManagementEnclosure Management CacheCade CacheCade Virtual Disk CharacteristicsCacheCade Virtual Disk Management Configuring and Managing CacheCade Virtual DisksSelect Create CacheCade Virtual Disk and press Enter Create CacheCade Virtual DiskDelete CacheCade Virtual Disk Reconfiguring CacheCade Virtual DisksAutomatic Reconfiguration of CacheCade Virtual Disks Manual Resizing of CacheCade Virtual Disks Security Key and RAID Management Security Key Management in the Bios Configuration UtilitySecurity Key Implementation Create Security Key Local Key Management LKM100 101 Change Security Key102 Delete Security KeySecuring Pre-Existing Virtual Disks Creating Secured Virtual Disks103 104 105 Instant Secure Erase106 Troubleshooting Security Key ErrorsSecured Foreign Import Errors Failure to Delete Security Key107 Failure to Instant Secure Erase Task on Physical Disks108 Extra Enclosure Error Message TroubleshootingBios Error Messages Discovery Error MessageMissing Disks in Virtual Disk Error Message Cache Data Lost Error Message110 Missing Virtual Disks Error Message Previous Configuration of Disks Removed Error Message111 112 Dirty Cache Data Error MessageBios Disabled Error Message Corrective Action Enable the ROM optionAdapter at Baseport not Responding Error Message Drive Configuration Changes Error Message113 Memory or Battery Problem Error Message Virtual Disks Offline Error MessageVirtual Disks Degraded Error Message Virtual Disks Partially Degraded Error MessageForeign Configuration Found Error Message Firmware Fault State Error Message115 116 Foreign Configuration Not Found in CtrlR Error MessagePrevious Configuration Cleared or Missing Error Message Invalid SAS Topology Detected Error MessageConfigured Disks Removed or Not Accessible Error Message Multibit ECC Errors Detected Error Messages117 Corrective Action Memory ErrorsBattery Discharged or Disconnected Error Message Degraded State of Virtual DisksPerc Card Not Seen in Device Manager General IssuesPreserved Cache State Perc Card Has Yellow Bang in Device Manager120 Physical Disk IssuesUnable to Rebuild a Fault Tolerant Virtual Disk Physical Disk in Failed State121 Fatal Error or Data Corruption ReportedMultiple Disks Become Inaccessible Physical Disk Displayed as BlockedRebuilding a Failed Physical Disk Virtual Disk Fails During Rebuild Using a Global Hot Spare122 Physical Disk Takes a Long Time to Rebuild Virtual Disk Fails Rebuild Using a Dedicated Hot Spare123 124 Smart ErrorsGeneral Disk Fails Replace Member ErrorsSource Disk Fails During Replace Member Operation Target Disk FailsDriver Does not Auto-Build into New Kernel Linux Operating System Errors126 Error Message Unable to Register Scsi Device Error Message127 128 Disk Carrier LED IndicatorsSummary of RAID Levels Appendix RAID Description129 Disk Striping RAID Terminology130 131 Disk MirroringSpanned RAID Levels Parity DataFigure A-4. Example of Dual Distributed Parity RAID Figure A-3. Example of Distributed Parity RAID133 Index134 RAID135 136
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H310, H710, H710P, H810 specifications

Dell offers a range of storage controller technologies, notably the H810, H710, H710P, and H310, which cater to different enterprise needs. These controllers are designed to support various storage configurations, enhancing overall system performance and reliability.

The Dell H810 is a high-performance PCIe 3.0 RAID controller that supports up to eight internal drives and is particularly suited for demanding workloads. It features advanced RAID levels including RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60, providing flexibility for various data protection strategies. The H810 also supports up to 32TB of storage capacity, making it suitable for environments that require substantial data management capabilities.

The H710 is another powerful RAID controller, widely recognized for its balance of performance and cost-efficiency. It features 1GB of cache memory, which aids in accelerating read and write operations. The H710 supports the same RAID levels as the H810 and allows for up to 512MB of non-volatile memory. This ensures data integrity even in the event of a power failure, making it reliable for critical applications.

The H710P is an enhanced version of the H710, with a significant upgrade in its cache capabilities. It offers 2GB of battery-backed cache memory, further enhancing data processing speeds and improving responsiveness. The H710P is ideal for intensive workloads and virtualization, where rapid access to data is essential. This controller also includes features such as RAID storage pooling, intelligent data tiering, and support for multiple virtual disks.

Finally, the H310 is a cost-effective option for small to medium-sized businesses or those with less demanding storage requirements. It offers similar RAID support as the higher-end controllers but operates with a simpler architecture. The H310 features 512MB of cache, providing sufficient performance for regular workloads without the additional complexities of more advanced controllers.

In summary, Dell's H810, H710, H710P, and H310 storage controllers each serve distinct purposes, providing various features, technologies, and performance characteristics tailored to different business needs. From high-capacity storage solutions to user-friendly setups, Dell’s offerings ensure that organizations can efficiently manage their data storage requirements.
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