Running The Array Configuration Utility - Compaq Smart Array 221 User Manual

Chapter 6
Running the Array Configuration
Utility
This chapter provides instructions for using the Compaq Array Configuration
Utility and describes methods (wizards) you can use to configure your controller
quickly and easily. The chapter is divided into seven sections, as listed below.
You should read the first five sections and use the last two sections as reference
material when needed.
Before You Begin
Starting the Compaq Array Configuration Utility
Configuration Wizards
Online Help
Configuration Procedures
Array Configuration Utility screens
Errors and Warnings
The Array Configuration Utility, which is located on the SmartStart and Support
Software CD, is a graphics-based application that helps you configure the
Compaq Smart Array 221 Controller. You can use the Array Configuration
Utility to configure the Smart Array 221 Controller initially, or to reconfigure
your array controller.
The Array Configuration Utility provides the following configuration benefits:
Illustrates the controller configuration in an easy-to-understand graphical
format
Provides descriptions of various configuration errors
Contains configuration wizards that walk you through the configuration
process
Suggests optimal configuration and fault tolerance for unconfigured
controllers
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