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General| Model | 9650SE-4LPML |
|---|---|
| Category | RAID Controller |
| Interface | PCIe x4 |
| Number of Ports | 4 |
| Maximum Drives Supported | 4 |
| Max Devices Supported | 4 |
| Form Factor | Low Profile |
| Ports | SATA |
| RAID Levels | 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, JBOD |
| Cache Memory | 256 MB |
| BBU Support | Yes (optional) |
| Operating Systems Supported | Windows, Linux |
Details on the necessary hardware, software, and operating system configurations for 3ware RAID controllers.
Explanation of fundamental RAID concepts, levels, and their applications.
Overview of software tools like 3BM and 3DM for managing RAID controllers.
Description of features for monitoring drive health, managing tasks, and troubleshooting.
Instructions for the physical installation of the RAID controller and associated drives.
Steps for setting up a RAID unit, including selecting RAID levels and drives.
Guidance on installing the necessary drivers to enable OS recognition of RAID units.
Step-by-step instructions for creating a RAID unit using the 3ware BIOS Manager.
How to designate a drive as a hot spare for automatic rebuilds.
Ensuring the correct boot order is set in the BIOS for the RAID controller.
Detailed instructions for installing 3ware drivers in Windows environments.
Procedures for installing 3ware drivers on various Linux distributions.
Steps for installing 3ware drivers on FreeBSD systems.
How to access and start the 3BM utility during system boot.
Navigating and interacting with the various screens in the 3BM interface.
Customizing BIOS behavior, including POST display and load control.
Specifies the supported browsers and additional requirements for 3DM.
Instructions on launching 3DM and logging into the web application.
Overview of the different pages and their functions within the 3DM interface.
Explanation of the menu bar structure and access to 3DM pages.
How to view details, status, and version information for your controller.
Explanation of policies affecting units and drives on the controller.
Enabling auto-carving to divide large units into multiple volumes (LUNs).
Configuring drive spin-up behavior to minimize in-rush current.
Overview of settings available when creating a new RAID unit.
Step-by-step guide for creating a unit using the 3DM interface.
Step-by-step guide for creating a unit using the 3BM interface.
Configuring policies like Write Cache, Auto Verify, and StorSave profiles for units.
Procedures for migrating units, including RAID level or capacity changes.
Steps to remove a unit, returning drives to an available state.
Instructions for moving units between 3ware controllers.
How to add a new drive to the system and make it available.
Procedure for safely removing a drive from the controller.
Viewing status information for controllers, units, and drives in 3DM.
Explanation of the different operational statuses for RAID units.
Details on viewing and understanding system alarms and event notifications.
Overview of background maintenance tasks like initialization and verification.
Explanation of the unit initialization process and its importance.
Details on the verify process for checking data integrity and drive health.
Process for replacing failed drives and rebuilding RAID units.
Adjusting the balance between background tasks and I/O performance.
Setting up schedules for background maintenance tasks.
Using 3DM to identify drives by blinking their associated enclosure LEDs.
How to check the installed driver and firmware versions.
Methods for updating controller firmware and device drivers.
Instructions for obtaining the latest drivers and firmware from the 3ware website.
Procedure for updating firmware using the 3DM 2 interface.
How to check the status and details of the Battery Backup Unit (BBU).
Performing battery tests to estimate capacity and determine replacement needs.
Displays basic information about each 3ware RAID controller in the system.
Provides detailed information about a specific controller.
Lists units on the controller and provides summary information about each.
Shows specific details about a particular unit.
Lists drives connected to the controller and provides summary information.
View and change settings affecting units and the controller.
Set up schedules for background maintenance tasks.
Perform maintenance tasks on units and create new units.
Displays a log of all events, alarms, and notifications.
Determine BBU presence, view details, and perform battery tests.
Links to support, FAQs, software downloads, and documentation.
Information to gather and checks to perform before contacting support.
Initial checks for common hardware and connection issues.
Common issues and their resolutions, categorized by problem type.
Troubleshooting issues related to enclosure LEDs and hardware.
Common issues encountered during hardware installation.
Troubleshooting issues related to software installation and system booting.
List and explanation of error and notification messages issued by the controller.
Instructions for installing 3ware management software via a GUI.
Steps for installing software via the command line on Linux/FreeBSD.
Procedures for removing 3ware software from the system.
Compliance statement regarding FCC regulations for radio frequency emissions.
Information on AMCC's commitment to WHQL certification for drivers.
Statement of conformity with European Community technical regulations.
Details on the warranty period and terms for hardware and software.
Information on obtaining warranty service and the RMA process.
Resources for obtaining product information and technical support.
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