Setting The Spin Down Time - Linksys NSS4000 Series Administrator's Manual

Setting the Spin Down Time

You can configure the NSS to spin down the disk drives after a predefined time of inactivity. This
reduces the power consumption of the system and can possibly increase the lifespan of drives.
Because of the potential risks and benefits of spinning down a disk versus leaving it running in an idle
condition, we recommend you consult the disk drive manufacturer documentation for the optimum
way to handle the disk.
To configure the disk drives for spin down:
1. From the Manager Menu, click Storage
The Storage Options page appears.
2. In the Idle Drive Spin Down field, select the period of time that the disk drive must be idle before
it is spun down. (Select "Never" to ensure that the drives are never spun down.)
3. Click Update.
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Setting the Spin Down Time
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