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VTrak E-Class Product Manual
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Initialization
Initialization is done to logical drives after they are created from a disk array. Full
initialization sets all data bits in the logical drive to a specified pattern, such as all
zeros. The action is useful because there may be residual data on the logical
drives left behind from earlier configurations. For this reason, Initialization is
recommended for all new logical drives. See “Initializing a Logical Drive” on
page 137 or page 197.
Partition and Format
Like any other type of fixed disk media in your system, a RAID logical drive must
also be partitioned and formatted before use. Use the same method of
partitioning and formatting on an logical drive as you would any other fixed disk.
Depending on the operating system you use, there may or may not be various
capacity limitations applicable for the different types of partitions.
Caution
When you initialize a logical drive, all the data on the logical drive
is lost. Backup any important data before you initialize a logical
drive.