Mac Mini external SATA RAID
Post ReplyMac Mini external SATA RAIDPosted: Friday, February 25, 2011 [11:19:40] - 1
Since my Power Mac G5 lifespan coming to a predicable end cycle I was looking for reliable replacement solution. New (2010) Mac Mini looks quite appealing in many aspects: - price - simplicity - small size I do not like 2.5" hard drives reliability and single 3.5" hard drives has failed on me in the past. Since my Mini will be replacing my main business computer - I needed a RAID, preferably a SATA RAID solution for storage. NewEgg.com (as well as many other places on the Internet) offers RAIDON eSATA/USB RAID unit for $139.99. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816142002 FireWire800 version available as well. At present I have a USB connection while I am waiting for SATA cable to hook-up directly internal SATA connector to eSATA in a RAID unit. SATA cable: http://www.cooldrives.com/index.php/esexcaitolex.html USB connection fast enough (at least the whole computer works much faster than my G5) for now and I will post more information once SATA cable arrives. |
RE: Mac Mini external SATA RAID (update)Posted: Tuesday, March 1, 2011 [12:34:35] - 2
RE: Mac Mini external SATA RAID (continue)Posted: Tuesday, March 1, 2011 [13:06:31] - 3
RE: Mac Mini external SATA RAID - PSPosted: Tuesday, March 1, 2011 [13:48:03] - 4
If external enclosure is used - please make sure to uncheck in "Energy Saver" settings: - Put hard disk(s) to sleep when possible (or your computer will freeze) and as always: - do all of the above at your own risk! - your computer warranty may VOID upon completion of the project or anywhere in between! - if you break something - please do not blame it on me - you did the job and I expressly state: DO NOT DO IT! (unless you have the skills) |
RE: Mac Mini external SATA RAID - More imagesPosted: Tuesday, March 1, 2011 [20:36:00] - 5