From: rbsmith@sandia.gov (Randall B Smith) Subject: Host Hardware Recommendations? Date: 22 Feb 1993 14:41:24 GMT
Hello,
I'm selecting a host for Linux & NT:
Gateway 486 66V w/ 340 MB HD & ATI GUP (VESA)
extras:
16MB RAM
2M VRAM + RAMDAC
Ultrastor 34F SCSI Controller $210
Wangtek 5150 $469 or Archive Viper 250 $439
NEC 5FG
I'm looking for answers based on practical Linux experience
for the following questions. I have read the FAQ's and
would like to get some current opinions.
Q: What are the pros/cons of IDE vs SCSI HD (same cost)?
Opinions as to best choice?
Q: Would I do better to get a different SCSI Controller?
Q: Does an upgrade to 500MB SCSI HD for $235 sound wise?
Q: Does an upgrade to 525MB tape for ~ $200 sound wise?
Q: What is the future of Linux support of EISA 64MB DMA
capability?
Thank you!
Randall Smith
-- Randall Smith rbsmith@sandia.gov