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5.2 Using the BIOS Configuration Utility
WHEN TO USE THE BIOS CONFIGURATION UTILITY
The firmware component of the installation kit includes the BIOS Configuration Utility.
This utility must be used to:
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Create the boot array: If the system is not booting off of the array, this utility
does not need to be used to create an array, although it can. A non-bootable
array can be created in the RAID Console management application.
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Swap in a copy of the boot array: In RAID Console, a copy of your boot
array can be made by mirroring the array and then splitting it; by default, it is
hidden from the operating system. If the system were to lose the boot array,
the BIOS Configuration utility can be used to unhide the copy and swap it into
the first position in the Arrays list.
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Initialize a new disk: When a new disk is being added, it can be initialized
from the BIOS.
Notes:
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To enter the BIOS Configuration Utility:
When booting the system, press Ctrl + R keys when the BIOS banner is displayed.
A minimum of three seconds is available to enter the BIOS using this key
combination.
UNDERSTANDING THE COLOR CODE IN THE BIOS
The following color codes are used to indicate the type or status of information
displayed in the window.
White text
Yellow highlighting
Green text
Light blue text
Yellow text
Magenta text
Red text
The first device in the Arrays list is the bootable array. The system
can only boot from the first device in the list.
Until the BIOS loads, the LEDs are not indicative of disk
connectivity.
an Available option or information text
the current option on which you may choose to take action
the item has been selected
the item is not available for selection
information text, describing an option
spare options and boot options
a failed drive or other warning to the user
For example, information text may be red if the option is not
available.
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