edwardspl@xxxxxxxxxx wrote: >> Software raid is generally better than cheap raid hardware. If you buy a good >> raid controller with battery backed cache you can get a big improvement with >> some loads. (Database systems can get a big benefit from battery backed >> cache.) >> > So, what type / model of raid card is good raid controller ? > Is there any sample ? The 3ware 9550SX serves me very well. And, I've got the battery backup unit installed to it takes full advantage of the card's cache. But, yes, not inexpensive. However, my data is worth the price. Ed
