MicroNet Technology 5 manual Welcome From MicroNet Technology

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Welcome

Welcome From MicroNet Technology

We are pleased that you have chosen the RAIDBank5. Our systems are designed for speed, reliability, compatibility, and performance. We think you will find the system easy to install, and a productive addition to your computer system.

This manual presumes that you are familiar with standard computer operations; this includes copying files, opening documents, clicking with the mouse, and organizing files or folders within other folders. If you are unfamiliar with these operations, please consult the User’s Guide that was supplied with your computer system. Your computer dealer and local user’s groups are also good sources of information. After you are comfortable with the operation of your computer, continue reading this manual which describes hardware installation and operation.

Your comments assist us in improving and updating our products. Please feel free to share them with us. Please send comments to:

MicroNet Technology Attn: Customer Service 20525 Manhattan Place Torrance, CA 90501 info@micronet.com

RAIDBank5 Owner’s Manual

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Contents Owner’s Guide Welcome Welcome From MicroNet TechnologyTable of Contents Table of Contents Warranty Two Year Limited WarrantyLimitations of Liability Technical Support Policy Returning MaterialsGetting Started Features and BenefitsGetting Started System Requirements and CompatibilityChoosing a location for your RAIDBank5 Installing the Fan ModuleWhat’s Included Getting Started Hot plug Drive Replacement Communication and ControlConnecting the RAIDBank5 FireWire 400 ConnectRAID System Management Controls Installing the Included host bus adapterConfiguration via RAID Mode Selector Switch Using the front panel touch-control keypad Using the RAID management ApplicationUnderstanding RAID Understanding RAIDRAID 0 Striping RAID 10 Striped Mirror Direct Mapping RAID Control-LCD Access ProcedureQuick Volume/RAID Setup RAID Controls- LCD InterfaceDisk Management RAID Function Control System Functions RAID Manager Software InstallationRAID Manager Software IntroductionBasic Mode Event LogConsiderations for RAID Volume Creation Advanced Mode Remote NotificationRAID Manager Software Firmware RAID Standby and Rebuild PriorityEncryption Management The RAIDBank5 RAID subsystem RAID Manager Software Volume Setup on Apple Macintosh Host Computer SetupHost Computer Setup Volume Setup on Microsoft Windows 2000/XP/2003 Volume Setup on Microsoft Windows Vista/7/2008 Optimizing Windows Caching Algorithm How to safely dismount- MacHow to safely dismount- Windows Safe DismountingGeneral Use Precautions TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Daily Use TipsMacintosh related FAQ Frequently Asked QuestionsGeneral FAQ Windows related FAQ Troubleshooting Appendix A- Getting Help How To Contact MicroNet Technology, IncGetting Help RAID Level Comparison Table Appendix B RAID Level Comparison TableGlossary Appendix C- GlossaryGlossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Product Specifications Appendix D Product SpecificationsRadio Frequency Interference Statement FCC Compliance StatementFederal Communications Commission MicroNet Techology Manhattan Place Torrance, CA