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Which version of RAID do you need?
When to use RAID 0
•You want increased performance of your applications
•You primarily use your computer for games and entertainment
•You have many large video or graphics files
When to use RAID 1
•You work with important data that must be protected
•You primarily use your computer for work-related applications
When to use Matrix RAID
•You use your computer for both work and entertainment
•You want to enjoy both the benefits of increased performance and enhanced data integrity
Before enabling RAID on your system
Before enabling RAID on your system, please read the following warnings and reminders:
1If you plan to enable RAID 0 or Matrix RAID on your system, you cannot return your system to a non-RAID state without reformatting your system.
2If you plan to use a hot-swappable hard disk drive to enable RAID (via the Acer MediaBay), contact an Acer Customer Service Center to make sure that you are using a compatible hot-swappable hard disk drive. Do not remove your hot-swappable hard disk drive while enabling RAID on your system.
3If you use a hot-swappable hard disk drive with RAID 0, or a Matrix RAID configuration that includes RAID 0, do not remove your hot- swappable hard disk drive at any time or your data will be lost.
4Enabling RAID on your system is a time-intensive process and it is important that your computer stay on during the whole process, or you will be at risk for data loss. Disable your screen saver and power management options such as auto-shutdown, auto- hibernate and auto-standby. Plug your system into an AC adapter before attempting to enable RAID on your system.
