Chapter 5 Using the BIOS Configuration Utility
5.1 When to Use the BIOS Configuration Utility
The firmware component of the installation kit includes the BIOS Con- figuration Utility. You must use this utility to:
•Create the boot array: If you are not booting off of the array, you do not need to use this utility to create an array, although you can. You can create a
•Swap in a copy of the boot array: In RAIDConsole, you can make a copy of your boot array by mirroring and then splitting the array. By default it is hidden from the operating system. If you were to lose the boot array, you can use the BIOS Configuration utility to Unhide the copy and swap it into the first position in the Arrays list.
•Initialize a new disk: When you are adding a new disk you can initial- ize it from the BIOS.
Notes: 1. The first device in the Arrays list is the boota- ble array. You can only boot from the first device in the list.
2.Until the BIOS loads, the LEDs are not indica- tive of disk connectivity.
To enter the BIOS Configuration Utility
When booting the system, press CTRL+R when the BIOS banner is dis- played. You have up to three seconds to enter the BIOS using this key combination.
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