Optimizing Array Performance
Your array controller may have a built-in, onboard Read/Write
caching feature that allows faster data I/O to arrays controlled by
the card. The Adaptec CI/O Management Software allows you to
define cache values for optimizing the performance of a specific
application.
Follow these steps to set caching options:
1
Click
to open the Storage Configuration window.
2
Right-click on the Array icon
Performance from the drop-down menu. The Optimize
Performance dialog box appears, as shown in Figure 10-1.
Figure 10-1. Optimize Performance Dialog Box
3
A list of Optimized Applications will appear. Each entry is
prefaced by the word workstation or server, depending on its
intended use. If you want to change the list of Optimized
Applications, click the Edit Application check box. The
Optimize Performance for list box, the Edit button and the
Delete button appear.
Managing Arrays and Spares
and select Optimize
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