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PERC - What Proactive and Preventative Maintenance should be performed on a RAID Array?

Summary: This article provides information on the proactive and preventative maintenance to be performed on a RAID array.

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Symptoms

Issue:

Proactive and preventative maintenance should be performed on a RAID Array. Follow the recommendations in the resolution section.

Cause

N/A

Resolution

Solution:

  • Update drivers and firmware on RAID controllers, hard drives, backplanes and other devices.
  • Perform routine Check Consistency operations.
  • Inspect cabling for signs of wear and damage and ensure good connections.
  • Perform regular data backups.

Additional Information

Affected Products

PowerEdge RAID Controller H730P MX, PowerEdge RAID Controller CERC 6i, PowerEdge RAID Controller S150, Dell PowerEdge RAID Controller 5i, PowerEdge RAID Controller 6E, PowerEdge RAID Controller 6i, PowerEdge RAID Controller H200 , PowerEdge RAID Controller H310, PowerEdge RAID Controller H330, PowerEdge RAID Controller H730P, PowerEdge RAID Controller H800, PowerEdge RAID Controller H810, PowerEdge RAID Controller H840, PowerEdge RAID Controller S130, PowerEdge RAID Controller S140, PowerEdge RAID Controller S300 ...
Article Properties
Article Number: 000138763
Article Type: Solution
Last Modified: 22 Aug 2024
Version:  8
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