Dell Convert to Non-RAID Disk: A Definitive Guide for PERC H310, H710, and H710P
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5.Press <Enter>.

Converting Physical Disk To Non-RAID For PERC H310

Conversion of a Physical Disk to Non-RAID allows direct operating system access to the drive. Non-RAID disks cannot be used within a Virtual Disk nor can they be used as Hot Spares.

1.Press <Ctrl> <N> to access the PD Mgmt screen.

A list of physical disks is displayed. The status of the each disk is displayed under State.

2.Press the down-arrow key to highlight a physical disk.

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

4.Press the down-arrow key to highlight Convert to Non-RAID.

5.Press <Enter>.

Initializing Virtual Disks

CAUTION: A full initialization permanently destroys any existing data on that virtual disk.

Perform the following steps to initialize virtual disks:

1.On the VD Mgmt screen, select Virtual Disk # and press <F2> to display the menu of available actions.

2.Select Initialization and press the right-arrow key to display the Initialization submenu options.

3.Select Start Init. to begin a regular initialization or select Fast Init. to begin a fast initialization. A pop-up window is displayed indicating that the virtual disk has been initialized.

4.Repeat the procedures from step 1 to step 3 to configure another virtual disk.

NOTE: The PERC H310 card supports up to 16 virtual disks per controller, and the PERC H710, H710P, and H810 cards support up to 64 virtual disks per controller. The currently configured virtual disks display on the screen.

Checking Data Consistency

Select the Consistency Check (CC) option in the configuration utility to verify the redundancy data in virtual disks that use RAID levels 1, 5, 6, 10, 50, and 60. (RAID 0 does not provide data redundancy.)

If you attempt to run a Consistency Check on a virtual disk that has not been initialized, the following error message is displayed:

The virtual disk has not been initialized. Running a consistency check may result in inconsistent message in the log. Are you sure you want to continue?

You can select Yes or No. If you select Yes, the CC operation continues. If you select No, the operation ends.

Running A Data Consistency Check

To perform a consistency check:

1.Press <Ctrl> <N> to access the VD Mgmt menu screen.

2.Press the down-arrow key to highlight Virtual Disk #.

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

4.Press the down-arrow key to select Consistency Check.

5.Press the right-arrow key to display the available actions (Start, Stop).

6.Select Start and press <Enter> to run a Consistency Check.

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Contents H710P, and H810 User’s Guide Dell Inc. All Rights Reserved Contents Management Applications For Perc Cards Driver InstallationDeploying The Perc Card Support For Internal Multiple ControllersCacheCade Troubleshooting Security Key Management In The Bios Configuration UtilitySecurity Key And RAID Management Source Disk Fails During Replace Member Operation Multiple Disks Become InaccessibleAppendix RAID Description Disk Mirroring Overview Specification H310 H710 H710PSpans per Disk Group Specification H310 H710 H710P H810Supported Operating Systems Getting HelpRelated Documentation Contacting DellDocumentation Feedback Page There are four power saving modes available FeaturesPhysical Disk Power Management Configured Spin Down DelayFull Initialization Of Virtual Disks Types Of Virtual Disk InitializationConsistency Checks Background Initialization Of Virtual DisksFastPath Using Disk RoamingConfiguring FastPath-Capable Virtual Disks Disk RoamingWrite Virtual Disk MigrationMigrating Virtual Disks ReadWrite-Back And Write-Through Virtual Disk Write Cache PoliciesConditions Under Which Write-Back Is Employed Number Capacity Description Level Reconfiguration Of Virtual DisksVirtual Disk Read Cache Policies Source RAIDOne disk Disk into aMirrored virtual Disk by addingReclaims disk Fault ToleranceSmart Feature Automatic Replace Member With Predicted FailureRedundant Path Support For Perc H810 Only Patrol ReadPhysical Disk Hot Swapping Using Persistent Hot Spare SlotsUsing Replace Member And Revertible Hot Spares Physical Disk Failure DetectionController Cache Preservation Battery Transparent Learn CyclePage Removing The Perc Controller Deploying The Perc CardRemoving and Installing the Perc Adapter PCIe slot SAS cable connectors Perc adapter ScrewRemoving and Installing the Perc Mini Monolithic Controller Installing The Perc ControllerSupport For Internal Multiple Controllers Setting Up Redundant Path Support On The Perc H810 AdapterServer Storage Redundant Path Support Configuration With Two EnclosuresPage Installing a driver Driver InstallationClick Continue Popular support tools section, click Drivers and Downloads Click on the Hardware tab Reboot the system when promptedSelect Install from a list or specific location Updating The Linux DriverUpgrading The Kernel Version installed Page Dell OpenManage Storage Management Bios Configuration UtilityEntering The Bios Configuration Utility Management Applications For Perc CardsNotation Meaning and Use Example Exiting The Configuration UtilityTo exit the Bios Configuration Utility Ctrl R Menu Navigation ControlsMgmt, Ctrl Mgmt, and Foreign View Setting Up Virtual DisksNotation Meaning and Use Ctrl Mgmt, and Foreign ViewSummary Of RAID Levels Parameter DescriptionSelect Create New VD and press Enter Virtual Disk ManagementCreating Virtual Disks ParameterDescriptionConverting Physical Disk To RAID Capable For Perc H310 Selecting Virtual Disk ParametersRunning a Data Consistency Check Converting Physical Disk To Non-RAID For Perc H310Initializing Virtual Disks Checking Data ConsistencyPage Page Managing Preserved Cache Break MirrorChoose Break Mirror and press Enter Select Manage Preserved Cache Managing Dedicated Hot SparesSelect Manage Ded. HS and press Enter Deleting Disk Groups Clearing The ConfigurationSelect Clear Config Deleting Virtual DisksVirtual Disk Management VD Mgmt Bios Configuration Utility Menu OptionsVirtual Disks Physical Disks Security property of the Disk Group Virtual Disks Action Description Virtual Disk ActionsPhysical Disk Actions Physical Disk Management PD MgmtController Management Ctrl Mgmt RebuildController Management Actions Setting LED Blinking Foreign Configuration ViewPhysical Disk Management Removing Global Or Dedicated Hot Spares Creating Global Hot SparesReplacing An Online Physical Disk Stopping Background Initialization Restrictions and LimitationsPerforming a Manual Rebuild Of An Individual Physical Disk Controller Management Enabling Boot SupportEnabling Boot Support For a BIOS-Enabled Controller Enabling Bios Stop On ErrorDisabling Auto Import Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityRestoring Factory Default Settings Entering The Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityController Management Menu Exiting The Uefi RAID Configuration UtilityConfiguration Options Device Settings menuPhysical Disk Management Menu Virtual Disk ManagementEnclosure Management Configuring And Managing CacheCade Virtual Disks CacheCade Virtual Disk CharacteristicsCacheCade Creating CacheCade Virtual Disks CacheCade Virtual Disk ManagementSelect Create CacheCade Virtual Disk and press Enter Manual Resizing Of CacheCade Virtual Disks Reconfiguring CacheCade Virtual DisksAutomatic Reconfiguration Of CacheCade Virtual Disks Deleting CacheCade Virtual DisksPage Local Key Management LKM Security Key Management In The Bios Configuration UtilitySecurity Key And RAID Management Security Key ImplementationChanging The Security Key Creating a Security KeyCreating Secured Virtual Disks Deleting a Security KeySecuring Pre-Existing Virtual Disks Highlight the Secure Disk Group option and press Enter Secured Foreign Import Errors Troubleshooting Security Key ErrorsInstant Secure Erase Failure To Instant Secure Erase Task On Physical Disks Failure To Delete Security KeyExtra Enclosure Error Message TroubleshootingBios Error Messages Discovery Error MessagePrevious Configuration Of Disks Removed Error Message Missing Disks In Virtual Disk Error MessageMissing Virtual Disks Error Message Bios Disabled Error Message Dirty Cache Data Error MessageDrive Configuration Changes Error Message Action Cable problems, press any key or Y to continue Adapter At Baseport Not Responding Error MessageVirtual Disks Offline Error Message Virtual Disks Degraded Error MessageForeign Configuration Found Error Message Virtual Disks Partially Degraded Error MessageMemory Or Battery Problem Error Message Firmware Fault State Error MessageMultibit ECC Errors Detected Error Messages Foreign Configuration Not Found In Ctrl R Error MessagePrevious Configuration Cleared Or Missing Error Message Invalid SAS Topology Detected Error MessageBattery Discharged Or Disconnected Error Message Configured Disks Removed Or Not Accessible Error MessageDegraded State Of Virtual Disks Perc Card Has Yellow Bang In Device Manager Memory ErrorsGeneral Issues Preserved Cache StatePhysical Disk In Failed State Physical Disk IssuesUnable to Rebuild a Fault Tolerant Virtual Disk Fatal Error Or Data Corruption ReportedVirtual disk Multiple Disks Become InaccessibleVirtual Disk Fails During Rebuild Using a Global Hot Spare Rebuilding a Failed Physical DiskVirtual Disk Fails Rebuild Using a Dedicated Hot Spare Smart ErrorsPhysical Disk Takes a Long Time To Rebuild Error Replace Member ErrorsLinux Operating System Errors Issue General disk fails CorrectiveDriver Does Not Auto-Build Into New Kernel Unable To Register Scsi Device Error MessageInstall a DKMS-enabled driver package Reboot to the new kernelActivity LED Status LED Disk Carrier LED IndicatorsDisk Striping Appendix RAID DescriptionSummary Of RAID Levels RAID TerminologySpanned RAID Levels Disk MirroringParity Data Example of Distributed Parity RAID
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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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