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CAUTION:
Restoring data consistency could mean loss of data in the blocks that
were found inconsistent, resulting in data corruption and/or loss of
data. Use the consistency check with caution.
Select YES to restore consistency to the selected system drive. Be aware
that potential data loss could result from this action.
Select NO to cancel the restoration of consistency between the data and
parity information contained on this system drive.
If you are unsure that you have a backup copy of the data on this system
drive, select the NO option, make a backup of the information on the
system drive, and then perform the consistency check.
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Press <Enter> to start the process. The software begins the consistency
check, displaying a progress report.
When the check is complete, the software displays a message. Press any key
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to return to the Administration menu.
Using Kill Partner and Relinquish Partner
Kill Partner
In a duplex environment, this function places a partner controller into reset
mode. The surviving controller assumes the duties of the partner controller. It
may be necessary to use the command before an Increase Capacity.
CAUTION:
Make sure you do not kill the wrong partner.
To kill a controller and place it in reset mode:
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Select Kill Partner from the Administration menu.
Select YES at the "Kill Partner?" prompt.
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The software (RAIDfx) sends a command to the selected controller to reset
both controllers, then waits for normal operations to resume.
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Replace the failed controller and bring the new controller back on-line.
Administering the Array
Using Kill Partner and Relinquish Partner
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