Need 4-port PCI RAID card (SATA)

[Mehen]

Dunno what the good brands are. It'll probably be running Linux. Software RAID, probably RAID 5 using 3x640GB WD.

I have a P4 2ghz 512mb DDR sittin here begging to be used as a file server.

I'd probably just want to spend 40-60 on the card tops. Doesn't need to be fast, just needs to be somewhat reliable.

[WxDude]

Something like this sounds like just what you are looking for:

http://addonics.com/products/host_co...er/adsa4r5.asp

It is a Silicon Image 3124 Sata II controller. This chip has some of the best
support in libata. It was the first controller to receive port multiplier support.

I've used the PCI-X eSata version of this card in a number of servers at work. Nice
cards. The "RAID 5" support on these cards is an in-driver RAID 5. For linux, just
use the software raid.


-Wx

[Mehen]

Thanks for the reply.

I'm trying to cut down on the number of PC's running in my house. I've actually decided to go with a NAS solution now, which also has a print server, as thats all I need it for.
Should be here next week (while I am away in BC). I'll post an update in about 2 weeks.

[High_Jumbllama]

Anyone know of a combo Firewire (Preferably 800)/SATA PCI Express card?