Question Cannot create raid via ROG Strix x470-f gaming BIOS v.5220

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This one is kind of frustrating as I wanted to run my HDD's in RAID1 to ensure against data loss but ultimately, it's no biggie.

I'm following the guide found on the Asus site here. Link down loads a PDF but I've included the AMD steps below, as I'm running a Ryzen 5 2600.
  1. Enter the BIOS Setup during POST
  2. Go to Advanced > SATA Configuration, then set SATA MODE to [RAID]
  3. This step explains additional setting but as I'm only using SATA devices, there's nothing for me to do.
  4. Go to Boot > CSM (Compatibility Support Module), and set Launch CSM to [Disabled].
  5. Save changes, exit BIOS then enter BIOS again
  6. Once in BIOS again, go to Advanced > RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility to display the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility Menu
  7. From the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility menu, go to Array Management > Create Array to enter the Create Array menu.
And this is where I hit a wall as the "Create Array" option is grayed out.

Again, not critically important but I would like to see if there is an obvious solution I'm missing.

Thanks in advance!

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RAID1 doesn't really protect against data loss. If you get a crypto virus that encrypts your data, RAID1 isn't going to save your data. If you get a lightening strike that sends a surge through your PC and fries your drive, RAID1 isn't going to save your data. If you, or your kid/child you are watching delete something on accident, RAID1 isn't going to save your data. Do you see where I'm going with this? RAID1 isn't what you want to do. Ignore it. Set your drives up individually and don't worry about RAID1. You don't need or want it.
 
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alexoiu said:
"RAID1 doesn't really protect against data loss"
"It is for uninterrupted uptime, not data protection"

Interesting.
What if one of the two drives in RAID 1 fails (mechanical, or electrical reasons - dead)?
Is data protected, or not?
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That is basically the only thing RAID 1 does, protect against a physical drive fail.
All data is mirrored across both drives. If one fails, the system can limp along until you get the opportunity to replace the drive and rebuild the array.

It does NOT protect against all the other forms of data loss.
Accidental deletion, ransomware, other malware, "oops, I formatted the wrong drive", etc.
We see that here every day.
Physical drive fail is by far not the most common form of data loss.

The user and the OS simply sees one volume, one set of files.
The RAID 1 is good if you are running a webstore, and actually need 24/7 ops. Downtime = lost sales.
But any business that runs a RAID 1 also has a good backup routine.
And if you have a good backup and do not NEED 24/7 ops...you don't need the RAID 1. Your data is protected with the backup.

Last year I had a drive fail, and my backup routine let me recover the entirety of the contents, exactly as it was at 4AM that morning when it ran its nightly backup.

While this routine may seem complex and over the top, it could easily be reduced down to a single external drive.

What is your backup situation at home?

What is your backup situation at home? And if you don't do that, why not? Every single day, I read multiple threads here of "How do I get my stuff back?" or "That drive had 5 years of photos of my kids!!" Be it a dead drive, dropped phone, virus, accidental deletion, formatting the wrong...
forums.tomshardware.com forums.tomshardware.com
 
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USAFRet said:
That is basically the only thing RAID 1 does, protect against a physical drive fail.
All data is mirrored across both drives. If one fails, the system can limp along until you get the opportunity to replace the drive and rebuild the array.
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This is exactly what I'm looking for.

This PC is "secure" in that it's not connected to the internet ergo no cloud storage nor are any manner of encryption viruses a threat. I use this PC specifically for client work. The completed work is offloaded to another physical drive and shipped via private courier.

I could build a NAS and have everything backed up to that but that will cost at least a few hundred dollars so RAID1 was the cheapest/easiest solution in this instance.

Like I said, it's not a biggie. Worse comes to worse, I can use one physical drive for primary storage and use some form of backup software to replicate to the secondary drive.
 
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USAFRet said:
As said, a single external drive would work, instead of a full fledged NAS.

A couple weeks ago, I bought an 8TB external Seagate for $140.
Free software to schedule the backups, done.

Macrium Reflect is my go to tool for this.
https://www.macrium.com/reflectfree
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Yes, that's true but that another $140 I would have to spend instead, which I was looking to avoid.

Thanks though. Input is appreciated.
 
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A lightening strike could still take it out. As could accidental deletion. Or in my case a wildfire could burn your town down and will painfully remind you that backups need to be off site for a reason.

en.wikipedia.org

Camp Fire (2018) - Wikipedia

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Because you don't need 24/7, "five 9s" uptime, what you really want is a USB/external drive you plug in and back up as needed. Remove and put somewhere else. You aren't needing uptime for sales. You honestly don't need RAID1.
 
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