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FastTrak S150 TX4 User Manual
Existing Windows ME Installation............................................................... 39
Confirming Windows ME Driver Installation ............................................... 39
New Windows NT4.0 Installation................................................................ 40
Existing Windows NT4.0 Installation .......................................................... 41
Removing Driver from Windows NT4.0 ...................................................... 41
New Windows 98 Installation ..................................................................... 42
Existing Windows 98 Installation ................................................................ 43
Confirming Windows 98 Driver Installation................................................. 43
Chapter 5: Disk Array Concepts ........................................................................ 45
About FastTrak S150 TX4.......................................................................... 45
About Adapter BIOS ........................................................................... 45
FastBuild Auto Menu Setup ................................................................ 45
Reserve Sector ................................................................................... 45
Disk Array Terms ....................................................................................... 46
Disk Array Description......................................................................... 46
Disk Array Member ............................................................................. 46
Disk Array Types................................................................................. 46
About RAID Levels..................................................................................... 47
Striping (RAID 0)................................................................................. 47
Mirroring (RAID 1)............................................................................... 48
Striping / Mirroring (RAID 0+1)............................................................ 49
About Dual Data Redundancy............................................................. 50
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting & Tips.................................................................... 51
Motherboard Issues ............................................................................ 51
System CMOS Issues ......................................................................... 52
Drive-Related Errors ........................................................................... 53
Operating System-Related Issues ...................................................... 56
Performance Tips................................................................................ 58
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions ......................................................... 61
Pre-Installation ........................................................................................... 61
Drive Issues ............................................................................................... 62
Installation Issues....................................................................................... 64
Post-Installation.......................................................................................... 64
Appendix B: Technical Support ......................................................................... 65
Technical Support Services........................................................................ 65
Limited Warranty ........................................................................................ 67
Disclaimer of other warranties............................................................. 67
Your Responsibilities........................................................................... 68
Returning Product for Repair...................................................................... 69
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