Mixing SAS and SATA drives

[Tony Molloy]

On Tuesday 04 March 2008 09:49:37 Hostmaster wrote:
> >>>Can't mix SATA and SAS disks. So we can't supply 2X73GB, SAS, 3.5-inch,
> >>>15.000 rpm Hard Drive 4X750GB, SATA, 3.5-inch, 7200 rpm Hard Drive.
> >>>Instead I've configured 2X73GB, SAS, 3.5-inch, 15.000 rpm Hard Drive
> >>>4X400GB, SAS, 3.5-inch, 10,000 rpm Hard Drive.
> >
> >Can I do this and if I can how do I get Dell to supply me with that
> >configuration.
>
> AFAIK its *technically* possible to mix them, however it isn't a Dell
> supported configuration, therefore they won't sell them that way. Several
> of the guys from Enterprise Storage frequent these lists, so they will be
> able to give you the final word, but it might just be easier to buy the
> server with the supported config (ie just the two SAS drives for the OS),
> and then put a separate order for the four SATA drives, but check with
> someone who knows the PERC6/i better than me before buying!
>

Yep I'm hoping to get a definite answer from Patrick or Matt. I was thinking 
of doing what you suggest and buying them separately. I'm expecting a call 
from my Dell salesperson in a few minutes so I'll let you know what happens.

Thanks,

Tony

 
> Best Regards,
> Richard Garner (A+, N+, AMBCS, MOS-O)
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