Import Pool
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ZFS pool importing works for pools exported or disconnected from the current system, those created on another system, and for pools you reconnect after reinstalling or upgrading the TrueNAS system.
The import procedure only applies to disks with a ZFS storage pool.
TrueNAS supports pool imports using the WebUI or API only. Manual pool import via command line can cause unexpected behavior and system issues.
To import a pool, go to the Storage Dashboard and click Import Pool at the top of the screen.
TrueNAS detects the pools that are present but not connected and adds them to the Pools dropdown list.
Select a pool from the Pool dropdown list, then click Import.
Importing SED Drives
TrueNAS Enterprise
When importing SED drives into a pool, TrueNAS automatically detects locked SED disks before the import, shows information about locked drives, and provides the option to unlock or skip a listed drive.
Use the individual disk SED password if the disk is locked by an indivisual password, otherwise use the global SED password to unlock it. After clicking Unlock the Import Pool shows you the global password field and gives you the option to unlock disks.
Skip proceeds with the import with only the unlocked disk.
