Using The Array Configuration Utility; Managing Arrays - Adaptec SATA RAID FOR Manual

Using the Array Configuration Utility

The Array Configuration Utility (ACU) enables you to create,
manage, and delete arrays from the controller's BIOS, add and
delete spare drives, and initialize drives.

Managing Arrays

Select the Manage Arrays option to view array properties and
members, and delete arrays. The following sections describe these
operations in greater detail.
Viewing Array Properties
To view the properties of an existing array:
1 At the BIOS prompt, press Ctrl+A.
2 From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility
(ACU).
3 From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays.
4 From the List of Arrays dialog box, select the array you want to
view then press Enter.
The Array Properties dialog box appears, showing detailed
information on the array. The physical disks associated with the
array are displayed here.
5 Press Esc to return to the previous menu.
Deleting Arrays
!
Caution: Back up the data on an array before you delete it.
Otherwise, all data on the array is lost. Deleted arrays cannot
be restored.
To delete an existing array:
1 Turn on your computer and press Ctrl+A when prompted to
access the ARC utility.
2 From the ARC menu, select Array Configuration Utility
(ACU).
3 From the ACU menu, select Manage Arrays.
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