Use this option to change the RAID level on a selected array. Using this option will change the RAID level of every logical drive that comprises the array. Performance may be slightly affected during the operation.
Important:
There are drive number requirements for choosing a particular RAID level. If you attempt to change to a RAID
level for which you do not have the appropriate number of drives in the array, an error message is displayed.
RAID level | Drive Number Requirements |
RAID 0 |
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RAID 1 |
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RAID 3 or 5 |
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1 | Select the array in the Logical View; then select either (1) the Array >> Change RAID Level
pull-down menu option, or (2) Change RAID Level from the right-mouse pop-up menu. Result: The RAID level fly-out menu is displayed. |
2 | Select the desired RAID level ( RAID 0, RAID 1
, RAID 3, or RAID 5). The currently
selected option is designated with a dot. Result: The Change RAID Level Confirmation dialog is displayed. |
3 | Select Yes. Result: The RAID level operation begins. The logical drive icons under the selected array in the Logical View show a status of Operation in Progress ![]() |