need sata controller card

[steven1110]

I'm looking for a Sata controller for my WHS media box. I've never had a need to get one so I'm just making sure I'm not making a mistake. I'm pretty sure I just need a fairly cheap card, no need for raid capabilities, and I'd like it to have 4 ports so I don't have to worry about getting another for a good while.

One question I have, is there any reason that I would need a sata2 card? From my understanding sata1 is backwards compatible and WD TB greens won't max out the sata1 speed right? So is there any need to spend more on the Sata2?

Was thinking http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816132013 if a sata1 would be fine
or
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816102062 if Sata2 would be required.

Any help or further recommendations are appreciated. Thanks

 

[nitrobass24]

Supermicro Sat2-mv8

8 ports
sata II
100$

perfect for WHS

 

[TeedOff]

Like Nitrobass said...this is the one you want:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815121009

I use this in a PCI slot (card is actually PCI-X) on WHS with no problems.

 

[steven1110]

Ok thanks. I really don't think I will have a need for 8 anytime soon but I guess it's always good to have open ports. I'll probably end up going with that one.