What is Raid / Sata ?

[KlNGPlN]

Hello, sorry to ask a question Im sure most of you think its elementry but I have been wondering this question for quite some time. I have learned quite a bit since becoming a member and I am just trying to continue to increase my knowledge.

any input would be appreciated.

Thanks

 

[The General]

RAID - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redundant_array_of_independent_disks

SATA - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SATA

 

[old_geekster50]

Here's a couple of links for you to visit:

http://www.lsilogic.com/technologies/industry_standards/sata_ata_technology.html

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redundant_array_of_independent_disks

No question is too elementary to be asked on this forum. The best way to learn is to ask questions.

The only dumb question is the one you don't ask!!

Remember "Google" is your friend.

 

[Ste]

RAID
SATA

RAID- Is hardware implemented and basically allows differen't configurations of harddrives to improve Preformence or to provide data back up. There are MANY different levels of RAID, so read up.

SATA- Is basically the new interface for Harddrives and Optical drives. The connection is hot swapable and plug and play. So Instead of using an 80 conductor, 40 pin ribbon cable, SATA uses a Serial connection thats alot smaller and faster.

Edit: I hate when people post at around the same time. ;(

 

[Static_11]

for the life of me i cannot remember what RAID stands for >_<

sata = Serial ATA

 

[The General]

redundant array of independant/inexpensive ( ) discs

 

[Nitestick]

http://www.acnc.com/04_01_00.html


that explains the various RAID levels.
note: many people consider that RAID 0 isn't truly RAID.

 

[The General]

its not redundant, in my book it isnt, plus i'd rather use the LVM

 

[Nitestick]

i agree though, RAID 0 is not truly RAID. like the general said it has no redundancy so can not be considered RAID but who cares, minor details