Ok To Get RAID Just For Extra IDE Controllers?

[RobHW]

Is it a good idea to get a RAID motherboard even if you don't plan to use RAID? Does a RAID motherboard mean you get extra IDE controllers over the non-RAID version of the motherboard that can be used for more drives (CD-ROM, CD/RW, DVD, etc).

Thank You!

 

[Buz2b]

Originally posted by: RobHW
Is it a good idea to get a RAID motherboard even if you don't plan to use RAID? Does a RAID motherboard mean you get extra IDE controllers over the non-RAID version of the motherboard that can be used for more drives (CD-ROM, CD/RW, DVD, etc).

Thank You!

ALMOST. Yes, you can certainly use RAID ports for "extra IDE" offerings. However, I believe you can only use them for HDD's; not for optical drives. I have no doubt that someone will correct me if I'm wrong though.

 

[Toro 45]

Buzz got it.

 

[RobHW]

Great. Thank you very much for the speedy and helpful reply.