FastTrak S150 TX4 User Manual

Rebuilding a Mirrored Array

The Rebuild Array (5) Menu option can be used to recover from an error in a mirrored disk array. You will receive an error message when booting your system from the FastTrak BIOS.

Important

Drives MUST be replaced if they contain any physical errors.

Follow these steps before using the Rebuild Array menu option:

1.On bootup, the FastTrak S150 TX4 Startup BIOS will display an error message identifying which drive has failed.

2.Press Ctrl-F to enter FastBuild Main Menu.

3.Select submenu Define Array (3).

4.Select the failed array and identify the Channel and ID of the failed drive.

5.Power off and physically remove the failed drive.

6.Replace the drive with an identical model.

7.Reboot the system and enter the FastBuild Main Menu.

8.Select the Rebuild Array (5) option. The following screen will appear.

FastBuild (tm) Utility 2.xx (c) 2002-2005 Promise Technology, Inc.

[ Rebuild Array Menu ]

Array No

RAID Mode

Total Drv

Capacity(MB)

Status

Array 1

Stripe

2

160048

Functional

Array 2

Mirror

2

80024

Critical

Array 3

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Array 4

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[ Keys Available ]

 

[] Up [] Down

[ESC] Exit

[Enter] Select

 

 

9.Highlight the array whose Status is Critical.

10.Press Enter. The following screen will then appear (see next page).

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Promise Technology S150 user manual Rebuilding a Mirrored Array

S150 specifications

Promise Technology S150 is an advanced storage solution designed to meet the data management needs of modern businesses. This high-performance storage appliance is characterized by its scalability, reliability, and user-friendly management interface, making it an optimal choice for organizations looking to optimize their data storage strategies.

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In terms of connectivity, the Promise S150 offers a range of options, including high-speed 10GbE and Fibre Channel interfaces. These technologies ensure that data transfer rates remain high, minimizing latency and allowing seamless access to applications and data. Additionally, the device supports hot-swappable drives, allowing users to replace or upgrade components without downtime, further enhancing productivity.

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