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RAID tutorial – configuring a RAID array installation

Having performed the preparatory tasks and physically connected the hard disk drives, we’re now ready to configure the RAID array.

Insert the Windows XP CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and power-on the system.

RAID

Press Ctrl-G to enter the GigaRAID BIOS when so directed.

The Setup Utility’s Main Menu will be displayed.

Main

Press 1 to enter Auto Configuration.

Auto

Set up the Array Type as RAID 1.

Press CTRL-Y to save the setting, followed by ESC to first return to the Main Menu and then to resume booting.

The system proceeds to boot from the Windows XP CD-ROM and enters Windows Setup.

 

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