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Diskpart

Correct me if I'm wrong but the 64kb partition offset/align is not needed for flash devices, just magnetic disks.
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- Post #5
- Apr 23, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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HP/Dell HD's versus WD/Seagate in Dell/HP server

I can't find any testing or reviews on the P410 or what processor it uses. However, on the Performance page, it states that you would need to upgrade to the 512MB w/ BBWC in order to do online capacity expansion and online migration to another Raid level. If you can't do these functions with the...
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- Post #7
- Apr 22, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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HP/Dell HD's versus WD/Seagate in Dell/HP server

Look into 64kb partition offset for optimal Raid 5 performance. Here is a great article. http://kendalvandyke.blogspot....-on-part-3-raid-5.html
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- Post #5
- Apr 21, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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HP/Dell HD's versus WD/Seagate in Dell/HP server

First off, Legally speaking, they cannot Void your warranty just because you added hardware to the computer. They must PROVE that the hardware you added caused a problem. Its just like when they put that stupid F'ing sticker on PC cases saying if you open the case, your warranty is voided...
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- Post #4
- Apr 21, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Core i7 920 system: MB, GPU and RAM questions

Maybe its my cases or something else but I cannot hear my PC Power & Cooling 750w Silencer in my Lian-Li or even the Thermaltake TruePower 650 in my P182(the Thermaltake was before I knew much about PSUs). Your 120mm fans and hard drives will be louder/easier to hear than the PSU. What do you...
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- Post #12
- Apr 21, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Core i7 920 system: MB, GPU and RAM questions

" I planned on installing Arctic Cooling Accelero S1 v2 for passive cooling to replace the stock fan. " Is this for the video card? If so, this will only increase the temp inside the case which means you would need more and/or bigger case fans. For the video card, I would just use the program...
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- Post #7
- Apr 21, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Prep SATA drive to replace one drive in RAID 1 array

#3 is the way to go. Not only do you get more protection but you also get more SPEED & PERFORMANCE and more storage. I use Raid 10 for the OS + Apps in both of my PCs and love it. Drives can go bad if just sitting there, not being used for very long periods of time. Since you have these drives...
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- Post #10
- Apr 21, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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10.5TB + 4.5TB migration Strategy

Side note: for backup, have you looked into online backup? I know 6TB would take forever, but some places will send you hard drives to store your data on and send back to them. Also, most sites have an unlimited plan so you won't need to worry about ridiculous costs. Heck, Carbonite is only...
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- Post #19
- Apr 21, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Updated: Let's build a QUIET HTPC like system for HD Video Editing

Dedicated video cards play a HUGE role in Video Editing; for example, rendering Effects. Premiere Pro can use the video card to render effects which is far faster than the CPU. In After Effects, the video card plays such an important role that my 8800GT 512mb is barely enough. Also, depending on...
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- Post #13
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building
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Dedicated drives vs raid 0 setup???

Jastech, different size drives can be used but the available space will only be as big as the smallest drive multiplies by the number of drives. Also, different sizes and types of drives cause a significant performance hit. It can be done but with poor results. On a side note: for those that...
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- Post #33
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Mac RAM? Is it different

Yes, the "Apple" Ram has a sleek Aluminum heatsink and costs $150 for a 2GB stick. The price premium is totally justified because it looks cool and runs cool. :P Hope that made someone laugh.
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- Post #8
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Seagate/Samsung/WD Hard drives

I bet most of those people with drives that fail anytime after a few weeks of use have poor to know airflow for their drives. This is something the Google paper touches on and they showed how higher temps caused shorter and shorter lifespans the higher the drives temps were. Dell is notorious...
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- Post #12
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Which Drive is "Better"

I forgot to add that Enterprise drives are designed to get higher IOP than their desktop siblings. For example, the Seagate 7200.11 desktop drive vs Seagate ES.2 enterprise drive, the ES.2 is 15-20% faster in IOP.
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- Post #8
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Which Drive is "Better"

If you need more IOP, here is a list from fastest to slowest: 1) Fusion ioDrive - PCI-Express based SSD, $1000+ equal IOP to 5-Intel X25s, size ranges 80-320GB 2) SSD - Intel's X25 is the fastest Sata SSD 3) SAS - Seagate's 15k.7(brand new) 15k rpm SAS drive, 146-650GB, $300-$1200, fastest...
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- Post #7
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Memory and Storage
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Updated: Let's build a QUIET HTPC like system for HD Video Editing

Do you use Premiere Pro CS4 or CS3 and do you use After Effects? What OS, Vista 32 or 64bit? Vegas x64? FYI, I use PPro, AE and Photoshop CS4. I ask because I just finished reading some good articles over at DigitalContentProducer.com about PPro CS4, After Effects CS4 and 64bit Vista. For...
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- Post #11
- Apr 18, 2009
- Forum: Computer Building

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