Maxtor Central Axis User Manual

Configuring Drives (Dual Drive Units Only) 70
Maxtor Central Axis Admin User Guide
Changing Drive Configuration
The process of changing drive configuration varies slightly depending on whether you have
a Maxtor Shared Storage II (MSS II) or a Central Axis. Refer to the section appropriate to
your unit.
You can switch your drive configuration between linear mode and mirror mode whenever
you like.
• Linear Mode: Both drives are used as a single large drive; provides more storage
space but no data protection.
• Mirror Mode (Recommended): A copy of all data is kept on each drive; provides
less storage space but much better data protection.
MSS II Owners
To change the drive configuration,
Step 1. Click Advanced Features in the Main Menu or click the Advanced Features icon
at the top of the Central Axis admin web page.
The Advanced Features page opens:

Maxtor Central Axis Specifications

General

Brand	Maxtor
Model	Central Axis
Category	Network Storage Server
Language	English