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Saving a Configuration

Keep a backup copy of the current configuration on diskette or on an external device other than the array. Even though configuration information is stored on array controllers and on the physical drives attached to them, circumstances such as a fire or a flood can occur, causing damage to both the controller and the drives. A backup copy of the configuration enables you to restore the configuration to a new controller without having to completely reconfigure the storage array.

Always save the array controller configuration to a file whenever you:

  • Install a new array enclosure or change the ID for the controller in an existing enclosure
  • Replace an array controller
  • Reconfigure or add logical drives to a controller
  • Rebuild the data from a failed drive to a standby drive

Saving a Configuration to a Backup File

  1. Select the controller with the configuration you want to save.
  2. Choose Configuration > Save Configuration.
  3. The Save Configuration window is displayed.

  4. If necessary, navigate to the drive and folder where you want the configuration file to be saved. Save the file to a diskette or a drive external to the array.
  5. Specify the configuration file name, and click Save.
  6. The Save Configuration window is displayed.

  7. Type a description of the configuration you are saving.
  8. Click OK.
  9. The controller configuration information is saved to a .cfg file.

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