Dell PowerVault RD1000 - Installing Unit Software for Windows

Installing Unit Software for Windows
The RD1000 Utility provides essential Windows
®
software for use with the RD1000 unit. The RD1000
Utility Software can be downloaded at www.Dell.com/support. The RD1000 Utility software for
Windows installs:
 A removable disk utility that provides basic diagnostic tests capabilities
 An application update that enables the eject button to operate correctly under the Windows
operating system
 An application that allows the right-click eject to operate in user-mode under the Windows
operating system
 An application that automatically sets the SATA connection to DMA mode for improved
performance
NOTE: If the RD1000 software is not installed the eject button and right-click eject method may
not work properly.
To install the software (Microsoft
®
Windows Server 2003 / 2008 / 2012, Windows 7 / 8):
NOTE: You must be logged in as the Administrator or have administrator privileges to install the
software.
1. Go to www.Dell.com/support to download the RD1000 Utility.
2. Click on the executable setup file to install and follow the instructions.
3. Re-start the computer.
Your new Dell™ PowerVault™ RD1000 is ready for use. See your backup software manual for
instructions on backing up data.