Cheap ATA-Raid-Controllers

From: Harald Schmalzbauer (h_at_schmalzbauer.de)
Date: 02/01/04

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Date: Sun, 1 Feb 2004 02:49:11 +0100

    Hi all,

    I'd especially like Søren to make a advice which ATA-"Raid" Controller on the
    low end to choose.
    I tried some based on SIL0680 and was dissapointed, same with HPT370(372)
    based.
    Søren has recommended Promise Controllers (since they support FreeBSD
    development) but he didn't make clear what series (S150/TX2000/TX4000/
    SX6000).
    Of course they are more expensive than a 25$ based SIL680 but if one drive
    fails and the machine panics it's worth spending a little more.
    On the other hand I can buy a 3ware 4 port parallel controller for about 200$
    so in my opinion the promise SX series has no right to exist since 3ware
    always has been the straightedge for me.

    I really think this is on topic with questions@, chat@ I think wasn't the
    right place.

    Thanks all,

    -Harry

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