NVIDIA NVRAIDMAN RAID Utility for Windows User Manual

About this manual

This manual explains how to use the NVIDIA NVRAIDMAN utility that is included on the ASRock support CD. It covers creating RAID 0 (striping) and RAID 1 (mirroring) arrays, as well as rebuilding degraded RAID 1 arrays.

Step‑by‑step instructions show how to enable RAID in the BIOS, launch the NVRAIDMAN application, select disks, choose RAID mode, and complete the wizard. Additional information on background rebuilding and supported array types is also provided.

What's inside

• Enter NVRAIDMAN
• Creating RAID Arrays
• Creating RAID 0 (Striping)
• Creating RAID 1 (Mirroring)
• Rebuilding RAID Arrays
• RAID Mode Selection
• Finishing the Wizard

Frequently asked questions

How do I create a RAID 1 mirrored array?

Enable RAID in the BIOS, boot to Windows, launch NVRAIDMAN, click Create Array, select Mirroring as the RAID mode, choose two disks, and complete the wizard.

Can I rebuild a degraded RAID 1 array with NVRAIDMAN?

Yes. From the popup menu choose Rebuild Array, select the drive to rebuild, and follow the wizard; rebuilding occurs in the background.

Does rebuilding work for RAID 0 or JBOD arrays?

No. Rebuilding is only supported for RAID 1 (mirrored) arrays.