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Can I mix 6Gb/s and 12Gb/s SAS HDD?
Hi all,
I am using R350 server. As data increase rapidly and my server storage is almost full. Therefore, I am planning to buy more HDD. Unfortunately, 6Gb/s SAS HDD is end of line.
So,
1. Can i mix 6Gb/s and 12Gb/s SAS HDD in my R350 server?
2. If it is possible to do so, do i need to anything to rebuild my RAID?
For your information, I am using RAID-5. My RAID Controller is H730
Please help. Thank you.
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June 24th, 2016 09:00
You can make use of the Re-configure feature of the PERC H730 to expand the RAID 5. While in OMSA, go to -> Storage -> PERC H730 -> Virtual Disks and under the drop down menu of Available Tasks, select Re-configure and Execute. See diagrammatic illustration below:
On the next page, select the Physical Disk you would like to add and follow the prompts accordingly.
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June 23rd, 2016 10:00
Hello.
Were you referring the R530 server? Yes, you can mix SAS HDD of different speeds. However, both will operate a lower common speed as negotiated by the controller. What issue are you having with the RAID -5 set up?
mars.yu
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June 23rd, 2016 18:00
Thank you Robert. How can i extend my RAID after inserting new drives?