New Storage Volume Wizard
Guide to building storage volumes using the LaCie 2big NAS.
Introduction
Build one or two volumes using the New storage volume wizard. You can select:
- JBOD
- RAID 0 (two disks minimum)
- RAID 1 (two disks minimum for data protection)
Important Note on Creating a Single-Disk Volume
Single-disk volumes can be created with expansion in mind. For example, you can use the New storage volume wizard to create a single-disk volume using JBOD or RAID 1. Though the volume will not provide data protection in a single-disk RAID 1 configuration, it is prepared for expansion when you add a second disk to the enclosure.
Important Info
It is recommended that all users back up data to DAS or another NAS as further protection against disk failure or secondary points of failure (e.g., hardware, network, etc.). See Backup Jobs for details.
Setting Up a Single Disk Volume
Install the disk into the enclosure before following the directions below. For instructions, see Remove/Insert a Hard Disk or Connect to the Network: Diskless LaCie 2big NAS.
Step 1: Add Storage
Select "One new disk" at the top of the left-hand column, then choose "Add storage".
Step 2: Select Volume Type
Select "Network volume" then choose "Next".
Step 3: Select Disk
Select the check box under the new disk then choose "Next".
Step 4: RAID Selection Explanation
The RAID selection window helps you to select the optimal configuration for your environment:
- Select a RAID mode's radio button to view an explanation of its strengths and weaknesses.
- Use the cursor to choose the grey info tooltip [ℹ️] to see a graphic summary of the strengths and weaknesses of each level of RAID.
Step 5: Choose RAID Mode
Select JBOD or RAID 1, then choose "Next".
Step 6: Review and Finish
Review the summary window then choose "Finish". A popup window cautions you that all data on the selected disk will be deleted to create the volume. Select "Yes" to build the volume.
Setting Up a Two Disk Volume
Install disks into the enclosure before following the directions below. For instructions, see Remove/Insert a Hard Disk or Connect to the Network: Diskless LaCie 2big NAS.
Step 1: Add Storage
Choose "Add storage" to launch the New storage volume wizard.
Step 2: Select Volume Type
Select "Network volume", then choose "Next".
Step 3: Select Disks
The "Select disks" window lists all the disks in the enclosure. Select the box under each disk then choose "Next". All data on the disks will be deleted to create the RAID configuration.
Step 4: RAID Selection Explanation
The RAID selection window helps you to select the optimal configuration for your environment:
- Select a RAID mode's radio button to view an explanation of its strengths and weaknesses.
- Use the cursor to choose the grey info tooltip [ℹ️] to see a graphic summary of the strengths and weaknesses of each level of RAID.
Step 5: Choose RAID Mode
Select the level of RAID that you want then choose "Next". Note, if you are reconfiguring an existing RAID, the new mode will erase files on the shares but your Dashboard configuration will not be affected.
Step 6: Review and Finish
Review the summary window then choose "Finish". A popup window cautions you that all data on the selected disks will be deleted to create the volume. Select "Yes" to build the RAID.
