
#INSTALLING SPARK FOR MAC INSTALL#
If a suitable version of Java isn't detected then you may see another dialog informing you that you need to install Java.Ī Java install package is supplied ( Java_8_Update_301). On the first launch you may first of all be presented with a dialog requesting permission to allow 'bash' to control System Events, click OK to proceed. The simplest way to find out is to open the Symply RAID Manager utility.
#INSTALLING SPARK FOR MAC MAC#
When the Restart button is selected, a message may be displayed stating that the system extension cache is being rebuilt and the Mac will restart.ĥ - Install Java 5a - Launch Symply RAID ManagerĪfter the reboot you may need to install Java. Once the kernel extension has been given permission to load, the system will request a restart. Click Allow to approve the loading of the kernel extension which enables your Mac to communicate with the SymplySPARK. The macOS Installer app now opens, follow the prompts in the Installer app to complete the installation.ĭuring installation a pop-up will present itself requesting permission to allow the kernel extension to be loaded.Ĭlicking in the prompt on Open Security Preferences opens System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General tab, where you will see the following prompt.

The next prompt is macOS checking with you again that you're happy to proceed with opening the installer, click Open if you'd like to proceed Open System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General tab, where you will see the following prompt, click Open Anyway to proceed.
#INSTALLING SPARK FOR MAC DRIVER#
Follow the to modify the Security Policy in Recovery Mode using the Startup Security Utility to enable your Mac to communicate with your Symply products.Ĥ - Install Symply RAID Manager and driver 4a - Download installer packageĭriver and utility downloads are available on the ĭouble-click the installation package, you may see this prompt informing you that the installer package isn't signed, click OK Macs equipped with T2 Security Chips or Apple Silicon M1 Macs ship by default with a Security Policy which blocks Third Party Kernel Extensions. Always eject the volume first before powering off the system or disconnecting the Thunderbolt cable. Never turn off, remove power, or disconnect the Thunderbolt cable from the host computer while the SymplySPARK RAID volume is mounted on the host computer. Power On Note: The power on process takes on average 40 seconds, and the system will beep once the POST (Power On Self Test) checks have been completed and the controller heartbeat LED will flash Green 1Hz (once per second) signalling the unit is ready Ensure that the environment is within the specified operating conditions specified in this document. Make sure that there are no obstructions around the system that might restrict air flow.

Symply Thunderbolt 3 Certified Cable 2m (6.5ft) 40Gbps 100 W Charging 5A/20V Active Type-C.*Requires Apple Thunderbolt Adapter - not supplied (part number MMEL2ZM/A) 4c - Confirm kernel extension permission.

4 - Install Symply RAID Manager and driver.Instructions for macOS Big Sur (11.x) and later Modified on: Fri, 8 Oct, 2021 at 12:14 PM Solution home SymplySPARK Installation SPARK - Installation Guide (macOS 10.x)
