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Ayman Altounji
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‎07-05-2001 04:00 PM

‎07-05-2001 04:00 PM

Mixing different drive sizes

I'm using a StorageWorks 4314, connected to a 5300 array controller, and with several 36Gb 10K disks in it. If I want to expand the array, is it recommended to expand them with the same type of drives, or can I add disks of 18Gb f.e.?
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Ayman Altounji
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‎07-15-2001 04:00 PM

‎07-15-2001 04:00 PM

Re: Mixing different drive sizes

I don't believe that the Array Configuration Utility will let you expand with a drive less than 36GB's. It is recommended that you keep the same size drives withing the array. You can start a new array with 18GB drives if you wanted, but I wouldn't add them to the 36GB array.

Have a nice day,

Mike
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