MicroNet Technology 5 manual Host Computer Setup, Volume Setup on Apple Macintosh

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5-Host Computer Setup

Chapter 5 - Host Computer Setup

This chapter is an overview of setting up storage volumes on Macintosh and Windows based computers. To ensure complete installation and ease of use, take a few minutes to read this chapter before installation.

1. Volume Setup on Apple Macintosh

Installation on a MacOS system requires MacOS X 10.5 or greater, and any of the following:

Compatible eSATA Host Bus Adapter

A USB 2.0 port

A FireWire 400 or 800 port

!Before you begin, please make sure you are logged in with administrative privileges. If you are unsure about your privilege level, please consult your Macintosh OS-X user manual or with your system administrator.

1.1Launch the “Disk Utility” application located under Applications/Utilities folder

1.2Highlight your new drive and select the “Partition” tab

1.3Select the new partition map type

1.4For each partition in the volume scheme, select the desired file system format and volume name (optional)

1.5Click the “Options” button. Select “GUID Partition Table” in the dialog box and click “OK”

1.6Click “Apply.” Your RAIDBank5 is ready to use!

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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 CompatibilityChoosing a location for your RAIDBank5 Installing the Fan ModuleWhat’s Included Getting Started Communication and Control Hot plug Drive ReplacementFireWire 400 Connect Connecting the RAIDBank5RAID System Management Controls Installing the Included host bus adapterConfiguration via RAID Mode Selector Switch 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 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 How to safely dismount- Windows How to safely dismount- MacOptimizing Windows Caching Algorithm Safe DismountingTroubleshooting TroubleshootingGeneral Use Precautions Daily Use TipsMacintosh related FAQ Frequently Asked QuestionsGeneral FAQ Windows related FAQ Troubleshooting Appendix A- Getting Help How To Contact MicroNet Technology, IncGetting Help Appendix B RAID Level Comparison Table RAID Level Comparison TableAppendix C- Glossary GlossaryGlossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Glossary Appendix D Product Specifications Product SpecificationsRadio Frequency Interference Statement FCC Compliance StatementFederal Communications Commission MicroNet Techology Manhattan Place Torrance, CA