Chris Mauritz chrism@imntv.com wrote:
Just wondering if any 4.2 users out there have a favourite "dumb" PCI controller to add a couple of SATA ports to a motherboard that doesn't include SATA support. I'm not looking for anything fancy, just 2 SATA ports that a recent vintage kernel will recognize without a lot of
configuration
gymnastics. The intended use is for relatively light weight internet browser workstations for younger students. Suggestions would be very much appreciated.
Because of all of the arbitrary non-sense that goes on between the drive, controller/channel, etc..., I really can't recommend a particular chip. I could probably suggest one or two HPT (High Point Technology) models, but then they will probably run you $50-60.
For $120, I can suggest the 3Ware Escalade 8006-2, even for JBOD. I know that's probably a bit more than you want to spend, but consider it -- especially if you could see the value of mirror disks. But even if you are just going to do JBOD.