Windows 7 Windows 7 64bit and RAID 0 over 2TB

[Tyrael79]

Hi guys,

I have just upgraded to Windows 7 64bit and I was curious if it shares the same problem as windows XP 32bit in regards to not beable to have RAID 0 arrays over 2TB.

Does anyone know if this was resolved in Windows 7?

Thanks a eap for your help

 

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In Windows 7 64-bit, there are advancements over Windows XP 32-bit that address some limitations related to RAID arrays exceeding 2TB in size. Here's an overview of the key points related to your query: 1. GPT Support: - Windows 7 64-bit supports GUID Partition Table (GPT) which allows for disk sizes beyond 2TB. - GPT overcomes the limitations posed by the older Master Boot Record (MBR) partitioning scheme which was common in Windows XP. 2. UEFI Compatibility: - Windows 7 64-bit is compatible with Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) which is often needed for utilizing GPT partitions on systems with large RAID arrays. 3. RAID Configurations: - Windows 7 supports RAID configurations, including RAID 0, RAID 1, and others. - You can create RAID arrays over 2TB in size when using GPT partitions. 4. Driver Support: - Ensure that you have compatible RAID drivers for Windows 7 64-bit to effectively manage your RAID arrays. 5. Backup and Compatibility: - Always ensure you have proper backups before configuring RAID arrays, as data loss is a risk in RAID configurations. - Confirm the RAID controller's compatibility and check for any firmware or driver updates from the manufacturer. By leveraging GPT and the 64-bit architecture of Windows 7, you should be able to create RAID arrays exceeding the 2TB limit that was a concern in Windows XP 32-bit. If you encounter any specific issues during RAID setup or management, reaching out to the RAID controller manufacturer's support or community forums can provide further assistance.