Does Drobo use RAID?

Drobos, based on BeyondRAID, interact with computing systems in the same manner as storage arrays using traditional RAID, so installing a Drobo allows you to maintain your current operating system and file system. This eliminates the challenges and costs when moving to a new storage technology.

What kind of RAID is Drobo?

BeyondRAID
Drobo’s BeyondRAID technology solves the fundamental issues that traditional RAID can’t. Built on the foundation of traditional RAID, BeyondRAID adds a layer of virtualization that chooses the correct protection algorithm based on data availability needs at any given moment.

Why should I use RAID 1?

When you want to store critical and sensitive data, RAID 1 is your best bet as it mirrors data on two disks, so even if there is a problem with the primary disk, you can always retrieve the content from the second one. In general, RAID 1 is a good choice if data redundancy is a key feature of your storage needs.

What file system does Drobo use?

Drobo connects to Windows and Mac OS systems and supports NTFS, HFS+, and FAT32 file formats. Everyone can take advantage of simple, powerful, complete Drobo data protection.

What is Drobo’s BeyondRAID?

When a drive fails, most RAID implementations enter a state where data loss will occur if another drive falters before the user replaces the failed drive. Also, performance is hampered when in this debilitated state. Drobo’s BeyondRAID technology solves the fundamental issues that traditional RAID can’t.

How do I move from RAID 5 to RAID 6?

To change RAID levels, most storage arrays require the data to be moved off, reconfigured, and then moved back on. If you want to move to RAID 6 from RAID 5 for protection against two drive failures, you need to reinitialize and start over.

How do I add more storage capacity to my Drobo?

If you need to add storage capacity to a Drobo, simply insert additional disk drives or replace the smallest disks with larger ones – no need to change RAID levels, purchase a new storage array, or go through the complex administration of pooling RAID groups.

What is raid and how does it work?

RAID has a high learning curve with many options, levels, and unfamiliar terminology like striping, mirroring, and parity. Developed in the 1980s, RAID was designed to pool disk drives together for increased capacity and reliability for data storage.