>Indeed, the LSI logic controllers that ship with some HP workstations >do not provide adequate RAID protection and as such, is recommended >that you either install another RAID controller in the machine or use >software RAID. Most onboard controllers are pretty lackluster, and those that use fake raid are obviously pretty hokey. >The LSI Logic MegaRAID 8888ELP is pretty good, >although a bit pricey. I thoroughly dislike HP's own RAID controller >offerings - had more problems with them than I care to mention here. I hope you don't dislike HP's controllers designed for the its servers, like the P800 etc, as they are using the same chip as your preferred controller :) The e/p line of smart array controllers have been the most rock solid controllers (including my OE LSI's like the one you mention) I have ever used. jlc