ya i just checked hp's website and the controller we have in that server (p400) doesn't support raid 1. im assuming that's why it isn't an option.
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I am trying to create a RAID 1 array for the operating system on my HP DL380 G5. When I boot using the Smart Start disk and go to create the array the only available options are raid 0 and raid 1+0. why can't i create raid array for my OS ??
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Hi,
Check these things
1. One of your disk might be offline or damaged. You will then have only one disk avaible
2. bios firmware might be corrupt. Try to reinstall (latest 6.86) or run firmware cd ver. 8.60
3. Settings in the controller might be wrong, but it supposed to be ok by default from fabric.
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by: MidnightOnePosted on 2009-09-08 at 11:22:12ID: 25284596
I presume you want RAID5, although your question doesn't state the RAID level you're after.
There's two things you'll need: The correct controller for the RAID level you want, and the right number of drives.
So, first off what RAID controller model do you have in the server?
If you're looking for RAID5, you''ll need at least three physical drives.