Contec SPI-8451-LLVA User Manual

6. RAID Controller 

 

 

 

SPI-8451-LLVA, SPI-8452-LLVA, SPI-8451-LVA 

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This is the first option screen when entering the FastBuild™ Setup. 

 

FastBuild (tm) Utility 1.xx (c) 1996-2001 Promise Technology, Inc. 

 

[ Main Menu ] 

 

Auto Setup……………………………………………….. [ 1 ] 

 

View Drive Assignments …………………………………[ 2 ] 

 

View Array………………………………………………. [ 3 ] 

 

Delete Array………………………………………………[ 4 ] 

 

Rebuild Array……………………………………………..[ 5 ] 

 

Controller Configuration………………………………….[ 6 ] 

 

[ Keys Available ] 

Press 1..6 to Select Option                                                                    [ESC] Exit 

 

1.  To create a new array automatically, follow the steps under “Creating arrays Automatically”.    We 

recommend this option for most users. 

2.  To view drives assigned to arrays, see “Viewing Drive assignments”. 

3.  To delete an array (but not delete the data contained on the array), select “Deleting an array”.    To 

rebuild a mirrored array, see “Rebuilding an Array”. 

4.  To view controller settings, see “Viewing Controller Configuration”. 

CAUTION

 

 

 

After configuring an array using FastBuild™, you should FDISK and format the arrayed drive(s) if 
you are using new, blank drives.    Depending on the type of array you are using.