Intel S1200KP User Guide - Page 5

1 Introduction The purpose of this document is to enable a user to properly set up and configure a system using Intel® Rapid Storage Technology. It provides steps for set up and configuration, as well as a brief overview on Intel® Rapid Storage Technology features. The information in this document is relevant only on systems with a supported Intel chipset and a supported operating system. Supported Intel chipset and operating system information is available at the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology support web page. Note: The majority of the information in this document is related to either software configuration or hardware integration. Intel is not responsible for the software written by third party vendors or the implementation of Intel components in the products of third party manufacturers. Customers should always contact the place of purchase or system/software manufacturer with support questions about their specific hardware or software configuration. 1.1 Terminology AHCI Term Continuous Update Policy Description Advanced Host Controller Interface: an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing, native hot plug, and power management. When a recovery volume is using this policy, data on the master drive is copied to the recovery drive automatically as long as both drives are connected to the system. Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Option ROM A code module built into the system BIOS that provides boot support for RAID volumes as well as a user interface for configuring and managing RAID volumes. Master Drive Matrix RAID Member The hard drive that is the designated source drive in a recovery volume. Two independent RAID volumes within a single RAID array. A hard drive used within a RAID array. 5