YARQ: (Yet Another RAID Question) Performance difference between IDE RAID and SATA RAID...

[KDOG]

I was thinking of building a separate multimedia box, but now I think I will just add a RAID setup to my existing comp. What I want to know is there is a noticeable difference between IDE RAID 0 and SATA RAID 0. Either one will be a big improvement over my lone 20g Maxtor. But I just would like to get a few views on the subject. Thanks.

 

[KDOG]

wow, no responses. I must be annoying people with all my RAID questions...

 

[ViRGE]

The hard drive is the limiting component; the interface should make no difference.

 

[GonzoDaGr8]

Probably won't be zip squat as far as speed difference goes, But to only have to deal with SATA cables instead of bulky ribbon cables would be the seller for me.

 

[batmanuel]

Plus remember that while the performance increase by going to SATA is basically nil, you do see a pretty significant price increase by going with native SATA drives. My onboard RAID controller is still disabled, waiting for the glorious day when I can finally find some good deals that let me get a pair of native SATA drives for around the same price per GB as I can get the PATA drives (after applying rebates and coupons to the retail drives, of course). Until that day comes, or I get the cash to say screw it and put in a pair of Rapotrs, it is sadly no RAID for me.

 

[KDOG]

Hmm, I see. My plan is to put a RAID setup in the machine you see in my sig to record TV shows, store my music etc... When I build a new rig, this will sit off to the side as a Media/File/Web/Whatever server. So I guess IDE RAID would be good enough for that, huh?

 

[imported_Nacelle]

while it's good to go with newer tech if possible. You won't see much of a improvement in speed because of the PCI bottleneck.