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Folder to Specific Drive affinity
Christopher (Drashna) replied to SantiagoDraco's question in General
The "Ordered File Placement" may do that in the meanwhile. But I believe that Alex has already been considering doing something like this. But yes, it is a good idea. Also, if you have any programming experience, there is API for making your own (if you're interested): http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_DrivePool_-_Develop_Balancing_Plugins -
Ordered File Placement plugin detecting drive sizes wrong?
Christopher (Drashna) replied to pezku's question in General
Sorry, I meant DrivePool.UI.exe. So yes, that is the right file. Thanks. -
StableBit Scanner not playing nice with VMWare Player 6
Christopher (Drashna) replied to saiyan's question in General
Could you try the Beta version of Scanner and see if that helps? If not, then could you get a memory dump of windows when it's "misbehaving"? http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_DrivePool_System_Freeze -
For the drivers: http://www.siliconimage.com/support/ Since I'm not sure which version of Windows you're using, but these are the WIn7 drivers for both architectures: x86: http://www.siliconimage.com/docs/3132r5_x86_15190_logo_win7.zip x64: http://www.siliconimage.com/docs/3132r5_x64_15190_logo_win7.zip After updating the drivers, if you're still having the same issue, then do this: http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_DrivePool_System_Freeze
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We're pretty much only a Windows outfit, but it isn't a bad idea at all. Flagging for Alex for consideration. Regards
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get more server-grade features from desktop-grade hardware
Christopher (Drashna) replied to p3x-749's question in Hardware
Well, I may be upgrading the motherboard for my server soon. That's all I'm going to say. Much to my wife's chagrin. -
Adding drivepool to a existing setup?
Christopher (Drashna) replied to smuggly's question in General
You can migrate to DrivePool very easily. And no, DrivePool never alters existing data on a disk. In fact, when you add a disk to the pool, it doesn't take complete control over the disk. It lets you use it as you were. And no, there is no need to reinstall to use DrivePool. You can just install it, and start using it. However, if you wish to migrate your data to the pool, just add the existing disks to the pool. And then move the existing data into the newly created, hidden "PoolPart.xxxx" folder in the root of each drive, and then it should show up in the Pool right away. After doing that, you'd want to run the "WSS Troubleshooter" and use the "Rebuild DrivePool Shares" to use the pooled folders instead. http://community.covecube.com/index.php?/topic/254-adding-drivepool-to-a-existing-setup/&do=findComment&comment=1582 I think I've answered everything there. If I haven't, or if you need further clarification, don't hesitate to ask. Regards -
Ordered File Placement plugin detecting drive sizes wrong?
Christopher (Drashna) replied to pezku's question in General
That's definitely a bug. Could you get a memory dump of the "Dashboard.UI.exe" process? http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_DrivePool_Dashboard_Freeze -
WHS2011 - what are pros and cons of upgrading from V1 to V2
Christopher (Drashna) replied to Arthur's question in General
Glad to hear it! -
The event viewer won't help with that. And there is some data in the AppData folder, but it shouldn't be affect that. But please, feel free to delete that stuff as well.
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Yup, the program should still be 100% intact, except for the settings and the license. As for the file system repair issue, was this the same disk that was having the issue?
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get more server-grade features from desktop-grade hardware
Christopher (Drashna) replied to p3x-749's question in Hardware
I think only the full sized ATX boards have the header for it. But considering I found an ASUS TPM module for $25 on Amazon... I think it's worth it, in my opinion. To the point, that I may be migrating away from my ASRock 990FX Extreme3 board to a comparable ASUS board. http://www.amazon.com/Asus-Accessory-FW3-19-Module-BitLocker/dp/B0085E4WQQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382069624&sr=8-1&keywords=tpm+module Though, that board you listed, I'd avoid it. Namely, because well, Technogod can confirm just how flaky ASMedia USB3 drivers are... (right?) -
Help Replacing/Restoring Damaged Disk
Christopher (Drashna) replied to SHPServer's question in General
You mean the "Windows Server Client Backup Service", correct? If this is the case, I know this sounds weird, but could you try running "wbadmin delete catalog". This will "break" your server backups, but I've found that on ... well SBS2011E (the Small Business sister product) and 2012 Essentials, that this may actually help/fix the issue. The worst thing it does is that you'll need to re-setup server backup. That, or see if a location outside of the pool works properly. If it does, then could you move it back, and then do this: http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_DrivePool_Log_Collection -
so, just to make sure, the only thing you did is reset the settings, and it cleared up the issue, correct?
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Yup, DrivePool works absolutely fine with GPT disks. In fact, if you add a new, unformatted disk that is 3+ TBs, it will be formatted as GPT automatically.
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WHS2011 - what are pros and cons of upgrading from V1 to V2
Christopher (Drashna) replied to Arthur's question in General
Ah, you do have the Disk Space Equalizer installed. If that is the case, then try doing the "Re-measure" option. -
Could you get a memory dump of the service? http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_Scanner_Freeze And the ErrorReports? http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_Scanner_for_WSS_Error_Reports And I think it would be best to reset the settings (the Store) at this point. http://wiki.covecube.com/StableBit_Scanner_Q4200749
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get more server-grade features from desktop-grade hardware
Christopher (Drashna) replied to p3x-749's question in Hardware
That's great to know, actually! Now, does that motherboard have a built in TPM module? Because that would remove the USB/password requirement for the system drive, under BitLocker. But yeah, I'm not surprised, Intel tends to use different CPU sockets for server grade hardware, whereas AMD doesn't. And ASUS has always been more of the higher end boards. So, this doesn't suprise me. But this is definitely something to keep in mind for future purchases. -
Well, that would do it. And glad to have helped.
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Help Replacing/Restoring Damaged Disk
Christopher (Drashna) replied to SHPServer's question in General
SHPServer, That's actually normal behavior if you have both StableBit DrivePool and StableBit Scanner installed. When you have both installed, it adds a "StableBit Scanner" balancer to DrivePool which will clear out any disk that Scanner marks as damaged or bad, in an effort to prevent data loss. It will also try to not use any disk that has exceeded the temperature ratings/limits, as these drives are more prone to failure. -
Okay, then it's definitely something crashing when it is trying to remove the disks. Worst case here, for the meanwhile, you could downgrade to an ealier version. http://dl.covecube.com/DrivePool/release/download/StableBit.DrivePool_1.3.3.7563_Release.wssx Or you could use the "File Placement Limiter" to clear out the drive in question, and once it's empty, to physically remove it. And then use DrivePool's UI to remove the missing disk. That should work. I've also alerted Alex to the issue, because you're not the only one having this issue, it seems.
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WHS2011 - what are pros and cons of upgrading from V1 to V2
Christopher (Drashna) replied to Arthur's question in General
That looks right for the most part. Unless you have the "Disk Space Equalizer" balancer installed, DrivePool doesn't necessarily try to keep each disk equally filled. It does try to use the least filled disk first, but that's not always a guarantee. Especially depending on what balancers you have enabled and running. -
Software I use and recommend
Christopher (Drashna) replied to Christopher (Drashna)'s question in Off-topic
Well, with defragmentation, it's "set and forget" what you want out of the product? Regardless of the features, and the price? -
Cannot add brand new drive to pool
Christopher (Drashna) replied to bobpellegrino's question in General
You posted a support ticket about this, as well. So I'll say the same thing. (aside from posting logs). But recreating the partition on the drive may be the best bet here. That, and maybe resetting drivePool's settings. -
It could be something as simple as a bad cable, or maybe damage to the connector that is preventing a good connection. And it's weird that switching it the one time causes a bunch of issues, but another time that it worked just fine. To me, that seems to indicate maybe a bad connection somewhere.