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24 Configuring RAID in a Dell workstation | 1.0
Name the RAID Volume: The first step is to provide a name for the RAID Array. This can be an alpha-
numeric name with no more than 16 characters. Once finished, press the down arrow to go to the next step.
Choose a RAID Level: The next step is to choose the RAID level that you plan on configuring. Use the +
and – keys on the keyboard to select different options. Once the desired RAID level is chosen, press TAB to
go to the next step.
Note: Depending on the number of drives attached to the system, the RAID options may be limited. RAID0
requires a minimum of 2 drives. RAID1 is limited to 2 drives. RAID5 requires a minimum of 3 drives.
RAID10 requires a minimum of 4 drives.
Select Disks: The next step is to select the disks that will be used within this volume. Using the Up and
Down arrow keys, you can navigate to the different disks. Use the + and – keys to select (+) or deselect (--) a
drive as a member disk for the RAID volume.