MicroNet Technology 5 manual Using the front panel touch-control keypad

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1-Getting Started

To set or change a RAID operating mode please follow the procedure herein:

1.Turn off the RAIDBank5

2.Use a small flathead screwdriver to turn the rotary mode selector switch to the operating mode desired.

3.Press and hold the multifunction button “setting/mute/backup” button illustrated above and power on the RAIDBank5. Release the button about 5 seconds after power on.

The RAIDBank5 will utilize all available hard drives to create a single RAID volume. For more information regarding RAID technology and operating modes, please see Chapter 2: Understanding RAID.

Using the front panel touch-control keypad

The Micronet RAIDBank5 has a front panel keypad and liquid crystal display (LCD) that may be used for system configuration. The LCD provides a system of screens with areas for information, status indication, or menus. The LCD screen displays up to two lines at a time of menu items or other information.

The four function keys at the button of the front panel perform the following functions:

Key

Function

Up Arrow

Use to scroll the cursor Upward / Rightward

Down Arrow

Use to scroll the cursor Downward / Leftward

ENT Key

Submit Selection Function (Confirm a selected item)

ESC Key

Return to Previous Screen (Exit a selection configuration)

The main menu can be activated by hitting the ENT key. Use the up and down arrow but- tons to highlight a menu item. Press ENT to select the highlighted item. Press the UP/ DOWN to browse the selection. Press ESC to return to the previous screen. Refer to Chapter 4: RAIDBank5 Front Panel for more information.

Using the RAID management Application

The MicroNet RAIDBank5 has a software configuration manager for users to administrate one or multiple RAIDBank5 RAID subsystems attached to the host computer. Users need to install the RaidBank5 Manager on the PC or MAC which the RAIDBank5 is connected to. The RAIDBank5 Manager provides a simple graphic user interface that users can easily create volumes, monitor hardware status, check event logs and upgrading the firmware, etc. There are two modes in RAIDBank5 Manager: Basic Mode and Advanced Mode. In Basic Mode, some basic functions are available, such as hard disk information, viewing event logs, creating a RAID volume and setting one button backup. Advanced mode allows administration of email notification, upgrading firmware and System information, etc. Refer to Chapter 4: RAIDBank5 Manager for more information.

RAIDBank5 Owner’s Manual

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Contents Owner’s Guide Welcome From MicroNet Technology WelcomeTable of Contents Table of Contents Two Year Limited Warranty WarrantyTechnical Support Policy Returning Materials Limitations of LiabilityGetting Started Features and BenefitsGetting Started System Requirements and CompatibilityWhat’s Included Installing the Fan ModuleChoosing a location for your RAIDBank5 Getting Started Communication and Control Hot plug Drive ReplacementFireWire 400 Connect Connecting the RAIDBank5Configuration via RAID Mode Selector Switch Installing the Included host bus adapterRAID System Management Controls Using the RAID management Application Using the front panel touch-control keypadUnderstanding RAID Understanding RAIDRAID 0 Striping RAID 10 Striped Mirror Direct Mapping Quick Volume/RAID Setup Access ProcedureRAID Control-LCD RAID Controls- LCD InterfaceDisk Management RAID Function Control System Functions RAID Manager Software InstallationRAID Manager Software IntroductionEvent Log Basic ModeConsiderations for RAID Volume Creation Remote Notification Advanced ModeRAID Manager Software RAID Standby and Rebuild Priority FirmwareEncryption Management The RAIDBank5 RAID subsystem RAID Manager Software Host Computer Setup Host Computer SetupVolume Setup on Apple Macintosh Volume Setup on Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/2003 Volume Setup on Microsoft Windows Vista/7/2008 How to safely dismount- Windows How to safely dismount- MacOptimizing Windows Caching Algorithm Safe DismountingTroubleshooting TroubleshootingGeneral Use Precautions Daily Use TipsGeneral FAQ Frequently Asked QuestionsMacintosh related FAQ Windows related FAQ Troubleshooting Getting Help How To Contact MicroNet Technology, IncAppendix A- Getting Help Appendix B RAID Level Comparison Table RAID Level Comparison TableAppendix C- Glossary GlossaryGlossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Appendix D Product Specifications Product SpecificationsFederal Communications Commission FCC Compliance StatementRadio Frequency Interference Statement MicroNet Techology Manhattan Place Torrance, CA