RAID noob

[d3stiNy]

So I did a quick search looking for RAID for beginners. I would like to set up RAID on my computer. I currently have a 250gb and a 320 gb hd. Can I setup RAID with two different sizes?

Also, would I just do a google search on how to set up RAID, or is there a sticky on here telling me what to do?


Thanks in advance

 

[Dangman]

I currently have a 250gb and a 320 gb hd. Can I setup RAID with two different sizes?

Also, would I just do a google search on how to set up RAID, or is there a sticky on here telling me what to do?

You can RAID different sized drives but it's generally recommended not to since the RAID array will be limited to the size of the smallest drive. So if you go for RAID0, you'lll only be able to use 500GB or 250GB if using RAID1.

RTFM for info on how to setup the mobo RAID.

 

[vsboxerboy]

Yeah, you're probably going to want to start with what you hope to accomplish with your RAID array. Do you want to increase the uptime of the array, increase sequential read/write speeds, etc.

TBH, you'd be much better off selling those drives and getting a 640AAKS or similar as you would get much better performance.