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...P5BV-C / 4L only 5-17 5.4.1 Creating a RAID set 5-18 5.4.2 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration 5-24 5.4.3 Initializing the logical drives 5-27 5.4.4 Rebuilding failed drives 5-32 5.4.5 Checking the drives for data consistency 5-34 5.4.6 Deleting a RAID configuration 5-37 5.4.7 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set 5-38 5.4.8 Enabling the WriteCache 5-39 5.5 Global Array Manager 5-39 Chapter 6: Driver... installation 6.1 RAID driver installation 6-1 6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk 6-1 6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 6-2 6.2 LAN driver installation ...
...P5BV-C / 4L only 5-17 5.4.1 Creating a RAID set 5-18 5.4.2 Adding or viewing a RAID configuration 5-24 5.4.3 Initializing the logical drives 5-27 5.4.4 Rebuilding failed drives 5-32 5.4.5 Checking the drives for data consistency 5-34 5.4.6 Deleting a RAID configuration 5-37 5.4.7 Selecting the boot drive from a RAID set 5-38 5.4.8 Enabling the WriteCache 5-39 5.5 Global Array Manager 5-39 Chapter 6: Driver... installation 6.1 RAID driver installation 6-1 6.1.1 Creating a RAID driver disk 6-1 6.1.2 Installing the RAID controller driver 6-2 6.2 LAN driver installation ...
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... added by your dealer. ix These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: RAID configuration Provides information on RAID configurations for this motherboard. • Chapter 6: Driver installation This chapter provides information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the standard...
... added by your dealer. ix These documents are also provided. • Chapter 5: RAID configuration Provides information on RAID configurations for this motherboard. • Chapter 6: Driver installation This chapter provides information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the following parts: • Chapter 1: Product introduction This chapter describes the features of the standard...
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...(RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 for Windows and Linux) (for P5BV-C / 4L only) Marvell® 88SE6145 (for P5BV-C / 4L only): - 1 x IDE port supports two Ultra ATA 100 / 66 / 33 devices - 4 x Serial ATAII 300MB / s drivers with RAID functionality RAID Mode (RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 for...PCI-E LAN Controllers that comply with PCI Express 1.0a specifications (4 for P5BV-C / 4L, 2 for P5BV-C) Intel ICH7R Southbridge supports: - 4 USB 2.0 ports (two on the rear panel, two on the board) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo2 Smart Fan BIOS Recovery ASWM2.0 (continued on the next page) ...
...(RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 for Windows and Linux) (for P5BV-C / 4L only) Marvell® 88SE6145 (for P5BV-C / 4L only): - 1 x IDE port supports two Ultra ATA 100 / 66 / 33 devices - 4 x Serial ATAII 300MB / s drivers with RAID functionality RAID Mode (RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 for...PCI-E LAN Controllers that comply with PCI Express 1.0a specifications (4 for P5BV-C / 4L, 2 for P5BV-C) Intel ICH7R Southbridge supports: - 4 USB 2.0 ports (two on the rear panel, two on the board) ASUS CrashFree BIOS 2 ASUS MyLogo2 Smart Fan BIOS Recovery ASWM2.0 (continued on the next page) ...
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...purple) 1 x PS / 2 mouse port (green) 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Serial port (COM1) 1 x VGA port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports For P5BV-C / 4L only: Additional 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 4 x Black Serial ATA connectors 3 x Front fan connectors...P5BV-C / 4L only: Additional 1 x IDE connector Additional 4 x Red Serial ATA connectors Power Requirement ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Form Factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS Live Update utility ASUS...
...purple) 1 x PS / 2 mouse port (green) 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x Serial port (COM1) 1 x VGA port 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports For P5BV-C / 4L only: Additional 2 x LAN (RJ-45) ports 1 x Floppy disk drive connector 1 x IDE connector 4 x Black Serial ATA connectors 3 x Front fan connectors...P5BV-C / 4L only: Additional 1 x IDE connector Additional 4 x Red Serial ATA connectors Power Requirement ATX power supply (with 24-pin and 4-pin 12 V plugs) ATX 12 V 2.0 compliant Form Factor ATX form factor: 12 in x 9.6 in (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm) Support CD contents Device drivers ASUS Live Update utility ASUS...
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... with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Assign an IRQ to the tables on the next page for the expansion card. ASUS P5BV-C Series 2-15 Install the software drivers for details. Refer to the table on the next page. 3. Keep the screw for later use . When using PCI cards ... earlier. 6. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you physical injury and damage to the...
... with it by adjusting the software settings. 1. Assign an IRQ to the tables on the next page for the expansion card. ASUS P5BV-C Series 2-15 Install the software drivers for details. Refer to the table on the next page. 3. Keep the screw for later use . When using PCI cards ... earlier. 6. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is completely seated on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that came with the screw you physical injury and damage to the...
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... to Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 for details on how to internally optimize the order of commands. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that enhance storage performance on AHCI, go to: www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012304.htm www...
... to Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 for details on how to internally optimize the order of commands. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that enhance storage performance on AHCI, go to: www.intel.com/support/chipsets/imst/sb/CS-012304.htm www...
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... 0 and RAID 1 sets. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. To install the SATA hard disks for P5BV-C / 4L only) 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation Refer to display the configuration options. 4. Select the item Configure SATA As, then press to section "2.6 Jumpers" for details.... 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. Use the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager to section "6.1 RAID driver installation" for details on each drive. 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You...
... 0 and RAID 1 sets. Install the SATA hard disks into the drive bays. 2. To install the SATA hard disks for P5BV-C / 4L only) 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation Refer to display the configuration options. 4. Select the item Configure SATA As, then press to section "2.6 Jumpers" for details.... 5.1.2 Installing Serial ATA hard disks The motherboard supports Serial ATA hard disk drives. Use the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager to section "6.1 RAID driver installation" for details on each drive. 5.1.3 Setting the RAID item in BIOS You...
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ESC:Back/Exit 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation Click NEXT. From the utility menu bar, select Create, then press . This screen appears. **[Adapter]*****[Create * Select free disks to c reate * * * ID Por t Disk ...
ESC:Back/Exit 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation Click NEXT. From the utility menu bar, select Create, then press . This screen appears. **[Adapter]*****[Create * Select free disks to c reate * * * ID Por t Disk ...
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... Serial ATA hard disk drives that are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on the system. 3. Turn on your screen. 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation During POST, press + to Non-RAID 4. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are connected to move...
... Serial ATA hard disk drives that are for reference only and may not exactly match the items on the system. 3. Turn on your screen. 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation During POST, press + to Non-RAID 4. All Rights Reserved. [ MAIN MENU ] 1. The RAID BIOS setup screens shown in this section are connected to move...
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The available stripe size values range from 8 KB to the Create Volume menu. 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 8. Are you sure you want to select the stripe size for audio and video editing. 7. Press ...
The available stripe size values range from 8 KB to the Create Volume menu. 5- Chapter 5: Driver installation The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 8. Are you sure you want to select the stripe size for audio and video editing. 7. Press ...
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... [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Create RAID Volume, then press . This name is 64 KB. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 5-10 Chapter 5: Driver installation This screen appears. From the utility main menu, select 1. The SELECT DISKS screen appears. 5 Use the up /down arrow key to highlight a drive, then...
... [ESC]-Previous Menu [Enter]-Select 2. Create RAID Volume, then press . This name is 64 KB. The default value indicates the maximum allowed capacity. 5-10 Chapter 5: Driver installation This screen appears. From the utility main menu, select 1. The SELECT DISKS screen appears. 5 Use the up /down arrow key to highlight a drive, then...
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Press after completing your selection. 6. The available stripe size values range from 8 KB to the Create Volume menu. 5-12 Chapter 5: Driver installation Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or to go back to 128 KB. A small triangle marks the selected ...
Press after completing your selection. 6. The available stripe size values range from 8 KB to the Create Volume menu. 5-12 Chapter 5: Driver installation Press to create the RAID volume and return to the main menu or to go back to 128 KB. A small triangle marks the selected ...
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... RAID set drives. 5.3.7 Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager utility To exit the utility: 1. Follow steps 2 to 4 to the utility main menu. 5-14 Chapter 5: Driver installation From the utility main menu, select 4. Press to exit or press to return to select and reset other RAID set drive you reset a RAID...
... RAID set drives. 5.3.7 Exiting the Intel® Matrix Storage Manager utility To exit the utility: 1. Follow steps 2 to 4 to the utility main menu. 5-14 Chapter 5: Driver installation From the utility main menu, select 4. Press to exit or press to return to select and reset other RAID set drive you reset a RAID...
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... system displays the status of the arrays bootable to boot from the hard disk. 1. When the confirmation window appears, select OK, then press . 5-16 Chapter 5: Driver installation Reboot the system and press to view the rebuilding status. From the Volumes view option, select RAID volume to enter the BIOS setup utility...
... system displays the status of the arrays bootable to boot from the hard disk. 1. When the confirmation window appears, select OK, then press . 5-16 Chapter 5: Driver installation Reboot the system and press to view the rebuilding status. From the Volumes view option, select RAID volume to enter the BIOS setup utility...
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... command. Menu Configure Initialize Objects Rebuild Check Consistency Description Allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 set size and stripe size. 5-18 Chapter 5: Driver installation Refer to select an option from the Management Menu, then press . This menu also allows you to view, add, or clear RAID configurations or...
... command. Menu Configure Initialize Objects Rebuild Check Consistency Description Allows you to create RAID 0, RAID 1, or RAID 10 set size and stripe size. 5-18 Chapter 5: Driver installation Refer to select an option from the Management Menu, then press . This menu also allows you to view, add, or clear RAID configurations or...
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The configurable array appears on screen. 5. The logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. 5-20 Chapter 5: Driver installation Press , select the configurable array, then press . Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press . 4.
The configurable array appears on screen. 5. The logical drive information appears including a Logical Drive menu that allows you to change the logical drive parameters. 5-20 Chapter 5: Driver installation Press , select the configurable array, then press . Select all the drives required for the RAID set, then press . 4.
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When prompted, save the configuration, then press to return to configure additional logical drives. 12. Follow steps 5 to 10 to the Management Menu. 5-22 Chapter 5: Driver installation 10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept from the menu, then press . 11.
When prompted, save the configuration, then press to return to configure additional logical drives. 12. Follow steps 5 to 10 to the Management Menu. 5-22 Chapter 5: Driver installation 10. When finished setting the selected logical drive configuration, select Accept from the menu, then press . 11.
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... a new RAID configuration To add a new RAID configuration: 1. The information of the selected hard disk drive displays at the bottom of the screen. 5-24 Chapter 5: Driver installation
... a new RAID configuration To add a new RAID configuration: 1. The information of the selected hard disk drive displays at the bottom of the screen. 5-24 Chapter 5: Driver installation
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Follow steps 8 to 12 of the Creating a RAID set : Using Easy Configuration section to 7 of the Creating a RAID set : Using Easy Configuration section. 7. Key in the desired logical drive size, then press . 9. 6. Select Size from the Logical Drive menu, then press . 8. Follow steps 6 to add the new RAID configuration. 5-26 Chapter 5: Driver installation
Follow steps 8 to 12 of the Creating a RAID set : Using Easy Configuration section to 7 of the Creating a RAID set : Using Easy Configuration section. 7. Key in the desired logical drive size, then press . 9. 6. Select Size from the Logical Drive menu, then press . 8. Follow steps 6 to add the new RAID configuration. 5-26 Chapter 5: Driver installation
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Initializing a logical drive(s) erases all data on screen. A progress bar appears on the drive. 4. If desired, press to initialize the drive without confirmation. dialog box, then press . 3. You may also press to abort initialization. 5-28 Chapter 5: Driver installation When prompted, press the to select Yes from the Initialize?
Initializing a logical drive(s) erases all data on screen. A progress bar appears on the drive. 4. If desired, press to initialize the drive without confirmation. dialog box, then press . 3. You may also press to abort initialization. 5-28 Chapter 5: Driver installation When prompted, press the to select Yes from the Initialize?