Horst
Dec 21, 2008, 05:13 PM
I'm wondering, what happens when I install an eSata controller card in a MacPro ?
I intend to add a couple of external HDDs via eSata ports to have 6 Sata drives available in my MP, and I'm a bit hesitant to attach them directly to the motherboard, seems like that's not for the faint of heart.
- Will I need to somehow attach the card to an internal Sata port, or do I just plug it into the PCIe slot and it will magically be recognized ?
- Can I use one of the 'slower' PCIe slots without compromizing performance ?
- Any hints on what to look for when buying a Sata controller card ?
Thanks in advance !
I intend to add a couple of external HDDs via eSata ports to have 6 Sata drives available in my MP, and I'm a bit hesitant to attach them directly to the motherboard, seems like that's not for the faint of heart.
- Will I need to somehow attach the card to an internal Sata port, or do I just plug it into the PCIe slot and it will magically be recognized ?
- Can I use one of the 'slower' PCIe slots without compromizing performance ?
- Any hints on what to look for when buying a Sata controller card ?
Thanks in advance !
