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Can I use an NTFS-formatted drive with SoftRAID on a Mac?
Yes, you can use NTFS-formatted drives with your Mac, however macOS only provides read-only support for NTFS. You will need...
What is SoftRAID’s anonymous data collection and can I opt-out?
SoftRAID includes an optional anonymous data collection feature to help us improve the product and better predict disk failures. This feature...
How long does it take to certify a disk
Disk certification is a thorough process that writes data to every sector on the drive and reads it back three...
Always certify a disk before using it
Disk drives only receive limited testing when they are manufactured, not a comprehensive testing of the entire disk surface. Manufacturers expect...
How many computers can I install SoftRAID on at once?
A SoftRAID Premium license covers unlimited drives on one computer. Need to use SoftRAID on multiple computers? You can purchase additional...
Does upgrading to SoftRAID 8 require me to reformat my disks, or erase my volume?
No. Upgrading to SoftRAID 8 does not require reformatting or erasing your existing SoftRAID volumes. Broad compatibility across versions: All...
Is SoftRAID compatible with other utility programs?
Yes, most third-party utilities are fully compatible with SoftRAID volumes. You can use these tools with your SoftRAID RAID arrays...
SoftRAID Monitor Failed Error (Mac)
If you are seeing the error ”An internal part of the SoftRAID Monitor has failed”, this is caused by a known...
