HP LUN Configuration Manager XP Software - Manual (Page 120)

120 HP StorageWorks LUN Configuration Manager XP: user’s guide
Converting logical volumes to space
Caution The Volume to Space function is a destructive operation. The data on the
logical volumes is erased. Back up all data before performing this
operation.
The Volume to Space function allows you to convert one or more logical
volumes (LDEVs) to space, which deletes the selected LDEVs from that
parity group.
The deleted logical volume(s) will remain as space in that parity group. You
cannot convert the last normal LDEV into space because this defines the
emulation of the parity group. In addition, any CV (except the last
remaining CV) can be deleted (made into space). To delete the last CV, you
must use the Volume Initialize function.
To convert a normal volume into space:
1. Choose Volume to Space on the Function Select window, and select OK.
The remote console now loads the configuration information. This
process may take several minutes.