Resetting a Storage Subsystem Configuration

Use this option to:

Reclaim disk space from a factory logical drive configuration before manually or automatically configuring the Storage Subsystem.

-OR-

Correct major configuration errors that cannot be corrected using any other method.

Caution: All data currently stored on the Storage Subsystem will be lost. Do not attempt this operation unless all data on the Storage Subsystem has been backed up to tape or to another Storage Subsystem.

Important: Resetting the configuration on this Storage Subsystem will cause the following to occur:


How to Reset the Storage Subsystem Configuration

1 From the Subsystem Management Window, select the Configure >> Reset Configuration pull-down menu option.

Result: The Confirm Reset Configuration dialog is displayed.
2 Select Yes.

Result: Because this is a dangerous operation, a second Confirm Reset Configuration dialog is displayed.
3
If... Then...
You don't want to delete the Storage Subsystem Configuration Select No.

Result: You are returned to the Subsystem Management Window.
You are absolutely sure you want to delete your entire Storage Subsystem configuration.

Select Yes.

Result:

  • The current configuration is deleted, destroying any existing data on the Storage Subsystem.
  • A controller-defined configuration is applied (which may include a default logical drive). All other drives are unassigned.
  • The Logical and Physical Views are updated to reflect the new configuration.