Dell 740-DT About RAID Configurations, Verifying That RAID Is Working, RAID Level 0 Configuration

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About RAID Configurations

NOTICE: In order to use the migrating option to convert a RAID configuration without losing data, your hard drive must initially be set up as a single drive RAID 0 array before the operating system is loaded onto the drive (see Using the NVIDIA MediaShield ROM Utility for instructions).

This section provides an overview of the RAID configuration that you may have selected when you purchased your computer. A number of RAID configurations are available in the computer industry for different types of uses. The Dell mini tower and desktop models of your OptiPlex computer support RAID level 0 and RAID level 1. (RAID support is not available for the small form factor model.) A RAID level 0 configuration is recommended for high-performance programs, while RAID level 1 is recommended for users that desire a high level of data integrity.

NOTE: RAID levels do not represent a hierarchy. A RAID level 1 configuration is not inherently better or worse than a RAID level 0 configuration.

The NVIDIA RAID controller on your computer can only create a RAID level configuration using two physical drives. The drives should be the same size to ensure that the larger drive does not contain unallocated (and therefore unusable) space.

NOTE: If you purchased your Dell computer with RAID, your computer has been configured with two hard drives that are the same size.

Verifying That RAID Is Working

Your computer displays information pertaining to your RAID configuration at start-up, before loading the operating system. If RAID is not configured, the message none defined appears under RAID Volumes, followed by a list of the physical drives installed in your computer. If a RAID volume is identified, you can then check the Status field to determine the current state of your RAID configuration. The Status field contains information about the following conditions:

Normal — Your RAID configuration is functioning properly.

Degraded — One of your hard drives has failed. The computer is still bootable; however, RAID is not functioning and data is not being copied to the other drive.

Rebuild — Following a degraded condition, the computer has detected the replacement/connection of a secondary hard drive and will automatically restore the RAID configuration the next time the operating system loads.

RAID Level 0 Configuration

NOTICE: Because a RAID level 0 configuration provides no data redundancy, a failure of one drive results in the loss of all data. To protect your data when using a RAID level 0 configuration, perform regular backups.

RAID level 0 uses a storage technique known as data striping to provide a high data-access rate. Data striping is a method of writing consecutive segments, or stripes, of data sequentially across the physical drive(s) to create a large virtual drive. Data striping allows one of the drives to read data while the other drive is searching for and reading the next block.

Another advantage of a RAID level 0 configuration is that it utilizes the full storage capacities of the drives. For example, two 120-GB hard drives combine to provide 240 GB of hard drive space on which to store data.

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Contents Dell OptiPlex 740 Users Guide Manageability Advanced FeaturesLegacySelect Technology Control Password Protection SecurityTyping Your System Password Option SettingsAssigning a System Password If Password Status is set to LockedAssigning an Administrator Password Administrator PasswordDeleting or Changing an Existing System Password Deleting or Changing an Existing Administrator PasswordEnabling the TPM Feature System SetupDisabling a Forgotten Password and Setting a New Password Trusted Platform Module TPMSystem Setup Screen Entering System SetupSystem Setup Options Desktop, and Sata 0 and SATA1 for the small form factor ATA64MB Changing Boot Sequence for the Current Boot MaintenanceMemory Key Booting to a USB DeviceJumper Settings Floppy DriveClearing Forgotten Passwords Jumper Setting DescriptionHyperTransport and Dual-Core Technology Clearing Cmos SettingsPower Management Sleep Mode Wake-Up Methods Windows XP About RAID ConfigurationsRAID Level 0 Configuration Verifying That RAID Is WorkingUsing the Nvidia MediaShield ROM Utility RAID Level 1 ConfigurationConfiguring Your Hard Drives for RAID Setting Your Computer to RAID-Enabled ModeClick Create under System Tasks Using Nvidia MediaShieldCreating a RAID Array Clearing System Data window appears Deleting a RAID ArrayFree Disk Selection window appears Click Convert Array in the System Tasks paneNvidia Convert Array Wizard appears Rebuilding a RAID ConfigurationEnabling Cool n Quiet Technology Battery Replacing the BatteryBack to Contents Turning Off Your Computer Before You BeginRecommended Tools Before Working Inside Your ComputerBack to Contents Mouse Cleaning Your ComputerComputer, Keyboard, and Monitor Floppy DriveCDs and DVDs Front View Desktop ComputerAbout Your Desktop Computer Back-Panel Connectors Back ViewInside Your Computer System Board Components Back to Contents PCI Cards Installing a PCI CardPCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card Installing a PCI Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page Removing a PCI Card From the Riser-Card Cage Page Installing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI-Card PCI Express and DVI CardsPage Removing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI-Card Installing a PCI Express Card in the Riser-Card Cage Page Page Removing a PCI Express Card From the Riser-Card Cage Installing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter PS/2 Serial Port AdaptersRemoving a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Installing a Serial Port Adapter in the Riser-Card Cage Removing a Serial Port Adapter From the Riser-Card Cage Processor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Back to Contents Page Drive Interface Connectors General Installation GuidelinesConnecting Drive Cables Power Cable ConnectorsOptical Drive Connecting and Disconnecting Drive CablesSerial ATA Power Connector Removing an Optical DriveInstalling an Optical Drive Installing a Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DriveMedia Card Reader Removing the Media Card ReaderInstalling the Media Card Reader Hard Drive Removing the Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Removing and Replacing a Second Hard Drive Page Back to Contents About Your Computer Removing and Replacing Parts Desktop ComputerReplacing the I/O Panel PanelRemoving the I/O Panel Power Supply Replacing the Power SupplyDC Power Connectors Pin Number Signal name AWG WireDC Power Connector P2 Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Memory Desktop Computer Model # Dcne SpecificationsMicroprocessor Computer InformationAudio ConnectorsVideo ControllersControls and Lights PowerKey Combinations Physical EnvironmentalRemoving a Speaker Installing a SpeakerSpeaker FCC Regulatory Model U.S. Only Finding Information Find It HereDell Support Website support.dell.com Click Select ModelDell Support Then click Welcome CenterObtaining Assistance Online ServicesGetting Help Ftp.dell.comAutomated Order-Status Service Problems With Your OrderAutoTech Service Support ServiceVisit support.dell.com Before You CallContacting Dell Glossary Device driver See driver Docking device See APRPage Page Module bay See media bay NIC See network adapterPage Video resolution See resolution Back to Contents Mini Tower, Desktop, and Small Form Factor Matched Pairs MemoryDDR2 Memory Overview Removing Memory Installing Memory Back to Contents PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card Page Installing a PCI Express x1 Card PCI Express CardsPage Installing PCI Express x16 Cards and DVI-Cards Removing a PCI Express x1 CardPage Removing PCI Express x16 Cards and DVI-Cards PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Back to Contents Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Interface cable connector Interface connector Removing a Hard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Page Adding a Second Hard Drive Drive-Panel Inserts Page Installing the Floppy Drive Removing the Floppy DriveMedia Card Reader Installing the Media Card Reader Optical Drive Page Back to Contents Mini Tower Computer Panel Page Power Supply V12P0DIG White +3.3 VDC Orange +3.3VDC/SE 12 VDC Blue DC Power Connectors P3, P5, P8, and P9 Removing the Computer Cover Mini Tower Computer Model #DCSM Specifications Video Four 7-pin connectors G2 or lower as defined by ISA-S71.04-1985 Speaker Back to Contents Microsoft Windows Vista Microsoft Windows XP and Windows Vista FeaturesTransferring Information to a New Computer Microsoft Windows XPClick Start Run Windows Vista User Accounts and Fast User SwitchingAdding User Accounts Windows XPConnecting to a Network Adapter Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkFast User Switching Click Switch UserSelect an option under Choose a connection option Network Setup WizardClick Checklist for creating a network Replacing the Computer Cover PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PCI Card PCI Express and DVI Cards Installing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI Card Removing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI Card Page PS/2 Serial Port Adapters Removing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter Processor Installing the Processor Page Back to Contents Removing the Computer Cover Drives Hard Drive Installing a Hard Drive Page Replacing a Hard-Drive Fan Installing an Optical Drive Floppy Drive and Media Card Reader Removing a Floppy Drive or Media Card ReaderInstalling a Floppy Drive or Media Card Reader Page Back to Contents Small Form Factor Computer Panel Replacing the I/O Panel Power Supply V12P0DIG Yellow +3.3 Orange +3.3V Optional Blue DC Power Connectors P3 Small Form Factor Computer Model # Dccy Specifications Drives One Sata controller supporting two devices Two 7-pin connectors Weight Kg 16.4 lb Speaker Small Form Factor Computer About Your Small Form Factor ComputerBack View Inside Your Computer POWER1 SATA0, SATA1 DIMM4 Optional DVI-card connector Dvihdr Speaker connector Intspkr Drivers Reinstalling Drivers and the Operating SystemWhat Is a Driver? 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