CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102) - Software RAID in Storage Spaces

The video tutorial explores software RAID options using Windows, focusing on Disk Management and Storage Spaces. It covers RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 5, highlighting the limitations of Windows Pro for RAID 5. The tutorial introduces Storage Spaces, demonstrating its flexibility in creating pools and mirrors, including a unique three-way mirror feature. The video concludes with a discussion on the pros and cons of software RAID versus hardware RAID, emphasizing the impact on CPU performance.

What is the primary limitation of Windows when it comes to RAID configurations?

• It can only perform RAID 5.

• It can only perform RAID 0 and RAID 1.

• It cannot perform any RAID configurations.

• It requires additional software for RAID.

What is a key feature of Storage Spaces in Windows?

• It is only available in Windows Home edition.

• It requires external hardware.

• It allows for flexible storage configurations.

• It only supports RAID 0.

How many drives are required at minimum for a RAID 5 configuration in Storage Spaces?

• Three

• Two

• Five

• Four

What is unique about the three-way mirror in Storage Spaces?

• It requires identical drive sizes.

• It can use different sized drives efficiently.

• It only works with external drives.

• It is slower than other RAID configurations.

What is a major advantage of using a three-way mirror in Storage Spaces?

• It is the cheapest RAID option.

• It can lose up to two drives without data loss.

• It requires fewer drives than other RAID types.

• It is the fastest RAID configuration.

What is a downside of software RAID compared to hardware RAID?

• It is more expensive.

• It requires a dedicated RAID controller.

• It relies on the CPU, which can slow down the system.

• It is not supported by any operating system.

Which RAID type is typically more expensive but offers better performance?

• RAID 1

• RAID 0

• Hardware RAID

• Software RAID