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5-36 Running the Array Configuration Utility
Optimizing Array Controller Performance
To improve system performance, keep these tips in mind before creating
NetWare volumes or partitions:
■If you selected a
■Novell recommends that you create volumes with a
■Use of linear memory provides the best performance in the NetWare environment. When you use the Compaq System Configuration Utility to configure your server with NetWare, the memory options default so that linear memory is used. To verify the setting, run the Compaq System Configuration Utility and view the Compaq Memory settings. Make sure that a linear option has been selected under the Base Memory option.
Using the Compaq Drive Array Optimization
Utility (CPQDAOPT)
Compaq recommends that you use the Compaq Drive Array Optimization Utility (CPQDAOPT.NLM) to optimize the drive arrays on your server before creating partitions. CPQDAOPT assists you in optimizing performance and can increase drive array performance by 20 to 40 percent. CPQDAOPT provides a formula specific to your configuration. Use this information as you create a partition using INSTALL.NLM. If you installed NetWare using SmartStart, it is not necessary to run this utility.