Server Help...

[Chaz]

Ok so how many drives do I need to buy I am looking at some 360 GB Sata drives. Do I need 4?

Yes, for a mirrored stripe set (RAID 01) you need at least four.

 

[SweetD]

Yes, for a mirrored stripe set (RAID 01) you need at least four.

Can I still use the 80gb drive that came with my Server or should I replace that drive?

 

[Chaz]

Can I still use the 80gb drive that came with my Server or should I replace that drive?

You can still use it if the server chassis physically has the room. For the stripe set they should be the same size.


You could also get a case for it and use it as a portable/USB drive.

 

[SweetD]

This is the raid controller I am looking at. I have know Promise to be a good company for controllers. What do you guys think?


http://www.promise.com/product/product_detail_eng.asp?segment=RAID%200/1%20HBAs&product_id=108

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I will also go the economical route with 3-4 additional 80gb SATA drives.​

 

[Chaz]

I have used Promise controllers several times with no problem.