Initializing an Array

Use this option when the Recovery Guru advises the manual initialization of all logical drives in an array.

Caution: All data on all logical drives in the array will be lost. Do not attempt this operation unless advised to do so by Recovery Guru.

Important:

Procedure

1

Select the array to initialize from the Logical View; then, select either the Array >> Initialize pull-down menu option, or Initialize from the right-mouse pop-up menu.

Result: The Confirm Initialization dialog is displayed.

2

Select Yes.

Result: The logical drives in the array begin the initialization process. During initialization, each logical drive icon shows an Operation in Progress status in the Logical View.

Note: To monitor initialization progress, select the logical drive, then select Logical Drive >> Properties.