User guide

ezRAID3 Manager GUI Version 1.0
Note: For the latest list of supported third-party hard disk drives and host bus adapters, refer to
http://www.steelvine.com
Configuration Prerequisites
SATA Host Connections
This guide assumes that you have already attached the SteelVine Storage Reference Design
to a host computer that has been installed with the SV-HBA3124 or SV-HBA3132 host
controller or another third party SATA host controller with Port Multiplier (PM) support. To
install and attach the SteelVine Storage Reference Design see steps described in the
SteelVine Storage Reference Design Quick Installation Guide for your host computer’s
operating system.
If you use a host controller that does not provide Port Multiplier support:
x The JBOD storage policy is unavailable when configuring the SteelVine Storage
Reference Design. Only one disk is available on the host computer.
x Virtual volumes that you create in the Advanced Configuration Wizard must use at
least 8 gigabytes (GB) of available system capacity.
USB Host Connections
If you are connecting your SteelVine Storage Reference Design using a USB connection to
your host, the USB port should be compliant with USB 1.0, 2.0 or connected to a USB hub.
Changing Host Connections
The SiI5744 and SiI5734 support both USB and SATA host connections, although only one
connection can be attached at any given time. For the best data transfer performance, you
should always use the SATA host connection.
If it becomes necessary to change the host connection between SATA and USB, the host
computer system and the SteelVine Storage Reference Design should both be powered down
prior to making the host connection change to avoid any potential data loss or corruption.
After changing the host connection, all items can be powered-up to resume operation with
the new host connection.
Disconnecting a USB Device
USB 2.0 external devices provide support for “plug & play” connection, so that your USB
storage device can be connected and disconnected while the computer is running. To prevent
data loss or other failures, you must follow these steps when disconnecting your USB 2.0
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