6.2LSI Software RAID ConfigurationUtility (For PA4 model Only)

The LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 set(s) from SATA hard disk drives connected to the SATA connectors supported by the motherboard Southbridge chip.

To enter the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility:

1.Turn on the system after installing all the SATA hard disk drives.

2.During POST, the LSI Logic Embedded SATA RAID Setup Utility automatically detects the installed SATA hard disk drives and displays any existing RAID set(s). Press <Ctrl> + <M> to enter the utility.

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Press Ctrl-M or Enter to run LSI Software RAID Setup Utility.

• The LSI Software RAID Configuration Utitlity auto configures to RAID 1 when the SATA to RAID Mode is enabled.

The RAID setup screens shown in this section are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on your screen due to the controller version difference.

When you create RAID sets with the LSI Software RAID configuration utility, the boot priority of the SATA optical drive has to be manually adjusted. Otherwise, the system will not boot from the connected SATA ODD.

3.The utility main window appears. Use the arrow keys to select an option from the Management Menu, then press <Enter>. Refer to the Management

Menu descriptions on the next page.

At the bottom of the screen is the legend box. The keys on the legend box allow you to navigate through the setup menu options or execute commands. The keys on the legend box vary according to the menu level.

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Configure VD(s)

Use Cursor Keys to Navigate Between Items And Press Enter To Select An Option

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