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Can you help explain what are they?
Which one is better?
Which one is better?
Correction, RAID-0 is a striped array and RAID-1 mirrored. And relatively speaking RAID-0 isn't really true RAID since there is no mirroring, meaning no redundancy.Anttech said:RAID = redundant array of inexpensive disks...RAID has different configs
(ie RAID0 = mirrored, RAID1 = Stiped, RAID5 = stiped with parity)
SATA = serial ATA a means of access a HD... old ATA standard as dduardo says...
You cannot compare RAID and SATA as you could have a 2 SATA HD with a software RAID running...
RAID is a way to make your HD's more redundant and SATA is a standard for access (if you may) your HD... Like comparing apples and pears
Artman said:You need a RAID controller, either on your motherboard or a card, you need multiple Hard drives of the same size and speed
Anttech said:Actually this is not 100% true, you do not need hardware to do RAID, you can do software RAID (Windows 2k/2k3 Server does this out of the box) the Disks do not have to be the same size. If you want to mirror disks, the disk that you are mirroring to need to be at least the same size as the master disk but can be bigger. Same as stripping I beileve.
RAID stands for "Redundant Array of Independent Disks" and it is a storage technology that combines multiple physical hard drives into one logical unit. This allows for increased performance, data redundancy, and improved fault tolerance.
SATA (Serial Advanced Technology Attachment) is a type of interface used to connect storage devices such as hard drives to a computer. RAID, on the other hand, is a technology that utilizes multiple SATA drives to create a single storage unit with improved performance and data protection.
There are several levels of RAID, each with its own characteristics. RAID 0 offers increased performance by striping data across multiple drives, but does not provide data redundancy. RAID 1 provides data redundancy by mirroring data across multiple drives, but does not offer improved performance. RAID 5 combines striping and parity for both performance and data redundancy. RAID 10 combines mirroring and striping for the best of both performance and data redundancy.
The main factors to consider are the specific needs and goals of the user. If they require increased performance and data redundancy, RAID may be the better option. If they only need basic storage for personal use, SATA may be sufficient. Additionally, the cost and complexity of setting up and maintaining a RAID system should also be taken into consideration.
Yes, they can be used together. SATA drives can be configured in a RAID array to take advantage of the performance and data protection benefits. However, it is important to note that the RAID configuration may be limited by the capabilities of the SATA interface and drives being used.