mirror array

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A mirror array, also known as RAID 1, is a storage configuration that writes identical data to two or more drives simultaneously, providing redundancy. On WindowsForum.com, users discuss upgrading disks in a legacy Windows Server 2008 R2 system with a mirrored array, including steps like taking a full backup, replacing drives, and configuring the RAID controller. Another common issue involves the System Reserved Partition interfering with setting up a RAID mirror array on a Windows 7 machine, where an IT professional failed to configure it properly. Users also report problems with Intel Rapid Storage Technology and RAID 1 arrays, such as unexpected initialization events that raise concerns about data safety. These discussions cover hardware compatibility, controller configuration, and troubleshooting for mirror arrays in Windows environments.
  1. Upgrading disks on a legacy Win2008 R2 server

    Hi all, We have a legacy Fujitsu Server with just 4x HDD bays (4x disks) - we have 2 mirrored arrays and one of the array is small and we need to upgrade the disks with larger disks but retaining all the data inside. As far as I know the below procedure should work well: - TAKE A FULL BACKUP...
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    Windows 7 System Reserved Partition in the way of RAID Mirror Array

    Hello, I am a student working for a university physics lab, and we have a worthless IT guy, so I'm pretty much on my own to deal with this. I recently built a computer for my boss with two hard drives for which we want to set up a RAID Mirror Array. After putting the parts together, my boss...
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    Windows 7 Intel Rapid Storage Technology & Raid1 array

    Hi, I put two HDDs on GA P55A-UD4P motherboard in Raid1 type array (on Intel SATA Controller) and they were working fine for quite some time (2 weeks or so). One day, after Windows started up, I noticed a blue icon on Intel RST manager and it says that the array is initializing. What does...