Hey folks.
I'm searching for a RAID controller.
Here is exactly what I want, in terms of board layout and specs:
Suitable for use with 4x 64GB SSDs
SATA2
Compatibility with Vista Ultimate 64
4x front facing SATA ports
*optional, but preferred* 2-4 rear IO eSATA ports
The card posted above is the Rosewill RC-218 - and although it may seem ideal at first glance it is only a 4-channel card; which means that it can only run 4 of the 6 ports at once (4xinterior & 0xexterior - or - 2x2). Since I'll be using 4x64GB SSDs with the board at all times, that makes the extra eSATA ports entirely useless.
If that's not possible then a 4-channel card with no external IO will do - but it must be 3gb/s, and have front facing ports.
I don't have much experience with RAID controllers, so any advice for things to look for and things to avoid are greatly appreciated.
Thanks a lot in advance!