Lacie 2big USB 3.0: Changing the RAID Mode

Changing the RAID Mode

CAUTION:

• Reformatting the 2big USB 3.0 is the last step for modifying the RAID. Please back up

all data before following the steps below.

• The two disk trays must be in place before the RAID mode can be modied.

Note: See the User Manual for information on RAID modes.

1. Unmount the 2big USB 3.0 volumes from your computer and disconnect the

interface cable.

2. The 2big USB 3.0 must be turned on to change the level

of RAID. Attach the power cable if it is disconnected.

Switch on the 2big USB 3.0 by pressing the front LED

button. The front LED will blink as the RAID boots. It will

become solid blue when ready.

3. Use the 2-in-1 tool to move the RAID selection switch

to the left (RAID 0 - FAST), center (JBOD), or right

(RAID 1 - SAFE).

4. Use the 2-in-1 tool to push the RAID confirmation

button to validate the level of RAID. The front LED

will blink as the 2big USB 3.0 rebuilds the level of

RAID you have chosen. When the front LED turns

solid blue, move to step 5.

5. Reattach the interface cable to your computer and

format the RAID. Please refer to the User Manual

for more information on formatting.