MicroNet Technology 5 manual Basic Mode, Event Log

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4- RAID Manager Software

3. Basic Mode

Basic mode allows simpler and quicker access to system administration. In basic mode, there are four function tags in the function pane: RAID and Disk Information, Event Log Viewer, Basic RAID Configuration and One Button Backup Settings. The current system configuration is displayed in the Information Pane.

3.1RAID and Disk Information RAID and Disk Information provides users the information about RAIDBank5 controller,

physical disks and RAID volumes.

 

To identify the controllers, RAID

 

volumes and hard disks, click

 

the information bar (

) at top

 

and the related disk power LED

 

would flash. To display system

 

vitals including temperature,

 

fan speed, and voltages, select

 

the RAID controller from the

 

context pane and click

 

 

 

 

 

(Illustrated right).

Encrypted

 

RAID sets will show a “key” icon (

), and non

encrypted sets will display a “normal” icon (

).

Selecting a RAID set or disk drive below the controller

will display the disk information including disk model, capacity, raid membership, etc. To display the disk’s SMART (Self-Monitoring, Analysis, and Reporting Technology) status, click

for the disk selected in the context pane.

3.2 Event Log

The RAIDBank5 records all notable events the system experiences. To view the event log, click the “Event Log” button in the function pane. Logs include issuing module, date, event type and detailed message. You may save to file or clear the event log from this interface.

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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 CompatibilityWhat’s Included Installing the Fan ModuleChoosing a location for your RAIDBank5 Getting Started Hot plug Drive Replacement Communication and ControlConnecting the RAIDBank5 FireWire 400 ConnectConfiguration via RAID Mode Selector Switch Installing the Included host bus adapterRAID System Management Controls 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 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 Optimizing Windows Caching Algorithm How to safely dismount- MacHow to safely dismount- Windows Safe DismountingGeneral Use Precautions TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Daily Use TipsGeneral FAQ Frequently Asked QuestionsMacintosh related FAQ Windows related FAQ Troubleshooting Getting Help How To Contact MicroNet Technology, IncAppendix A- Getting Help RAID Level Comparison Table Appendix B RAID Level Comparison TableGlossary Appendix C- GlossaryGlossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Product Specifications Appendix D Product SpecificationsFederal Communications Commission FCC Compliance StatementRadio Frequency Interference Statement MicroNet Techology Manhattan Place Torrance, CA