Chris Mauritz <chrism at 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. -- Bryan J. Smith Professional, Technical Annoyance b.j.smith at ieee.org http://thebs413.blogspot.com ---------------------------------------------------- *** Speed doesn't kill, difference in speed does ***