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Why should I use a UPS with RAID 4 or RAID 5?
If you are running a RAID 4 or RAID 5 volume, we strongly recommend using an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)...
How many disks can I have in my RAID volume?
SoftRAID supports up to 16 disks per volume for all RAID types. Minimum and maximum disks by RAID level: RAID...
Can I use SoftRAID on multiple Macs with one license?
A single SoftRAID Premium license covers one computer. If you want full Premium features on more than one Mac or...
Why does SoftRAID eject drives when my Mac goes to sleep?
SoftRAID does not eject drives — it detects and reports when drives have become unavailable and alerts you so you...
How do I erase or delete a SoftRAID volume?
Warning: Erasing or deleting a volume permanently destroys all data on it. Make sure you have a current backup before...
RAID vs. Backup — What’s the Difference?
RAID and backups are both important parts of protecting your data, but they do very different things. Understanding the difference...
I have a spare drive for my RAID. How often should I re-certify it?
A spare drive should be periodically re-certified to ensure it is ready for immediate use if a drive in your...
How do I uninstall SoftRAID?
Uninstalling SoftRAID on macOS (Ventura 13.3 and later) SoftRAID includes a built-in uninstaller that removes all SoftRAID components from your...