5.4.3Initializing the virtual drives

After creating the RAID set(s), you must initialize the virtual drives. You may initialize the virtual drives of a RAID set(s) using the Initialize or Objects command on the Management Menu.

Using the Initialize command

To initialize the virtual drive using the Initialize command

1.From the Management Menu, select Initialize, and then press <Enter>.

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2.The screen displays the available RAID set(s) and prompts you to select the

virtual drive to initialize. Use the arrow keys to select the virtual drive from the Virtual Drive selection, and then press <Space>.

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