I'm looking to go to a raid 0 setup for my OS/Game storage. I already have several terabytes for video/photos/etc... This setup will strictly be for OS, Programs, and Games.
I currently have 1 74gb raptor as my OS drive, but with games creeping over the 10gig mark I feel the need to increase my capacity.
I plan on installing either windows 7 64 or the copy of vista 64 ultimate edition I got awhile back. (dunno if that makes a difference)
Should I get a second 74gb raptor drive ($99 at newegg) or go for 2 640gb WD's which would be roughly $140. I only care about speed here, I would be perfectly fine with the roughly 132gb or so the 2 raptors would provide for games and whatnot.
I am on a budget of under $200. If you have a better suggestion please feel free to make it. I plan on using the integrated raid controller in my Asus P5W Dh Deluxe mobo.
I searched around, but didn't really see any specific threads related to budget raiding. Thanks
I currently have 1 74gb raptor as my OS drive, but with games creeping over the 10gig mark I feel the need to increase my capacity.
I plan on installing either windows 7 64 or the copy of vista 64 ultimate edition I got awhile back. (dunno if that makes a difference)
Should I get a second 74gb raptor drive ($99 at newegg) or go for 2 640gb WD's which would be roughly $140. I only care about speed here, I would be perfectly fine with the roughly 132gb or so the 2 raptors would provide for games and whatnot.
I am on a budget of under $200. If you have a better suggestion please feel free to make it. I plan on using the integrated raid controller in my Asus P5W Dh Deluxe mobo.
I searched around, but didn't really see any specific threads related to budget raiding. Thanks