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Redundant array of independent disks (RAID) system backup management

US9104321B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJul 8, 2013
Grant dateAug 11, 2015
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Expiry dateDec 27, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F11/2094
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed herein are RAID backup management systems and methods. According to an aspect, a method may include identifying portions of data in each of multiple storage units of a RAID system. The method may also include backing up data in the identified portions to a hot spare. Further, the method may include allocating storage space in the hot spare for the backup based on detection of errors among the storage units.

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