nanofrog
Apr 22, 09:00 AM
So I decided to go with the Areca 1880ix-12 since word on the internet :) is it outperforms the latest offerings from ATTO. Does it come with an 8088 cable as well to connect external storage solution or just the 8087 internal?
Also with this MaxConnect HDD adapter solution for 3rd party RAID should I go with this one with no miniSAS cable:
I presume the Areca controller already comes with an 8087 miniSAS to 4xSATA header cable, do I still need the miniSAS cable that MaxConnect are including in that latter package ? In general do you I need any other accessories besides the ones that come with this MaxConnect pack to connect my 4x SATA HDD's to the controller ?
The card only comes with fan-out cables (SFF-8087 to 4i*SATA/SAS ends; 1x per SFF-8087 port, so in the case of the ARC-1880ix12, it will come with 3x of them).
In theory, you could order the version of the Maxupgrades kit without the MiniSAS cable, but it wouldn't be a bad idea to go ahead and get it (it may be shorter, as those that come with the Areca are 0.5 meters in length). Assuming the cable with the kit is shorter, it won't be as messy as a longer cable could be in terms of routing (those that have used that particular kit haven't mentioned it was a mess that I recall).
You won't need any other cabling to connect the card to the HDD bays (it all comes in the MaxUpgrades kit).
If you want to use an internal port with an external enclosure, there's a special cable you'd need to get for this. If you want to use the external port (keep in mind, this typically shares ports with an internal connector in past models, such as the 1680 series), you'd need to buy one. Either way, these do not come with the card, and you'd only need to get them if you're planning on running an external enclosure/s.
BTW, stick to 1.0 meters or less with SATA disks (1.0 m tends to be the shortest you can get off the shelf, but other lengths are possible via a custom order - I've done this before), and do not use the PCI bracket mount adapters to take internal to external cables (results in instability due to contact resistance - been through this battle before). These adapters are meant to be used with SAS, which runs at a much higher signal voltage (20V) than internal SATA (400mV).
As for flashing I'll take your advice and do it through firefox, the older version too and not the new 4 that just came out. So it's browser management\flashing utility is available irrespective of whether the card is flashed to EFI yet or not? Considering that it would by default be with BIOS I presume this to be the case?
You don't need to use the older version of Firefox. I was referring to Safari in terms of older versions that had been tried and didn't work (not tried Safari 5, but given past revisions, I'd skip even trying it when I know Firefox will work properly).
As per how to do it, a browser works in any OS supported by the card (browser connects via an IP address assigned to the RAID card). Now the firmware is actually in 4 parts (i.e. what you'd get in a firmware download off of Areca's support site). Assuming you don't need to upgrade anything else, you just use EFI to replace BOOT.bin, which is the BIOS version (leave the others alone).
There should be instructions in the manual that comes with the card fif you're a bit confused (it's in the others, so it should be there this go around as well). There's also confirmation check boxes to be marked before any flash is actually performed anyway (nice little safety feature), so you can look around without causing problems.
Also with this MaxConnect HDD adapter solution for 3rd party RAID should I go with this one with no miniSAS cable:
I presume the Areca controller already comes with an 8087 miniSAS to 4xSATA header cable, do I still need the miniSAS cable that MaxConnect are including in that latter package ? In general do you I need any other accessories besides the ones that come with this MaxConnect pack to connect my 4x SATA HDD's to the controller ?
The card only comes with fan-out cables (SFF-8087 to 4i*SATA/SAS ends; 1x per SFF-8087 port, so in the case of the ARC-1880ix12, it will come with 3x of them).
In theory, you could order the version of the Maxupgrades kit without the MiniSAS cable, but it wouldn't be a bad idea to go ahead and get it (it may be shorter, as those that come with the Areca are 0.5 meters in length). Assuming the cable with the kit is shorter, it won't be as messy as a longer cable could be in terms of routing (those that have used that particular kit haven't mentioned it was a mess that I recall).
You won't need any other cabling to connect the card to the HDD bays (it all comes in the MaxUpgrades kit).
If you want to use an internal port with an external enclosure, there's a special cable you'd need to get for this. If you want to use the external port (keep in mind, this typically shares ports with an internal connector in past models, such as the 1680 series), you'd need to buy one. Either way, these do not come with the card, and you'd only need to get them if you're planning on running an external enclosure/s.
BTW, stick to 1.0 meters or less with SATA disks (1.0 m tends to be the shortest you can get off the shelf, but other lengths are possible via a custom order - I've done this before), and do not use the PCI bracket mount adapters to take internal to external cables (results in instability due to contact resistance - been through this battle before). These adapters are meant to be used with SAS, which runs at a much higher signal voltage (20V) than internal SATA (400mV).
As for flashing I'll take your advice and do it through firefox, the older version too and not the new 4 that just came out. So it's browser management\flashing utility is available irrespective of whether the card is flashed to EFI yet or not? Considering that it would by default be with BIOS I presume this to be the case?
You don't need to use the older version of Firefox. I was referring to Safari in terms of older versions that had been tried and didn't work (not tried Safari 5, but given past revisions, I'd skip even trying it when I know Firefox will work properly).
As per how to do it, a browser works in any OS supported by the card (browser connects via an IP address assigned to the RAID card). Now the firmware is actually in 4 parts (i.e. what you'd get in a firmware download off of Areca's support site). Assuming you don't need to upgrade anything else, you just use EFI to replace BOOT.bin, which is the BIOS version (leave the others alone).
There should be instructions in the manual that comes with the card fif you're a bit confused (it's in the others, so it should be there this go around as well). There's also confirmation check boxes to be marked before any flash is actually performed anyway (nice little safety feature), so you can look around without causing problems.
stefmesman
May 5, 05:13 AM
no apple stores near here im afraid, ill go exploit those links :)
JollyJoeJoe
Apr 15, 10:08 PM
Yes.
The kit includes all the cables needed to connect the disks to a 3rd party card (gets power off of the backplane board <where the disks usually plug into>, and uses a break-out cable to attach the disks data signals to the card). They make room for this via the drive mounts (fit shallower than the stock units to allow for room to plug the data ends into the drives).
cheers.
If using the 1880-ix-12 controller will the non-raid 2x SSD drives in Pass Through mode that I want to attach to the Areca controller be bootable? Does the Areca card at all allow for the system to boot off it or will any attached volumes only initialize once in the OS ?
The kit includes all the cables needed to connect the disks to a 3rd party card (gets power off of the backplane board <where the disks usually plug into>, and uses a break-out cable to attach the disks data signals to the card). They make room for this via the drive mounts (fit shallower than the stock units to allow for room to plug the data ends into the drives).
cheers.
If using the 1880-ix-12 controller will the non-raid 2x SSD drives in Pass Through mode that I want to attach to the Areca controller be bootable? Does the Areca card at all allow for the system to boot off it or will any attached volumes only initialize once in the OS ?
Chundles
Sep 6, 09:43 AM
www.bored.com is also a good one.
belvdr
Feb 7, 08:42 PM
videoed,
I have also used a cheaper switch (Netgear GS605 or GS105) without issue.
Also, is your Internet router close to the Mac Pros? If so, just wire the new gigabit switch into your router and let everything go wired.
I have also used a cheaper switch (Netgear GS605 or GS105) without issue.
Also, is your Internet router close to the Mac Pros? If so, just wire the new gigabit switch into your router and let everything go wired.
lloyddean
May 3, 09:43 PM
How much free space available on the boot drive, and what size drvie, before the paste operation?
peharri
Oct 11, 02:59 PM
But this (http://www.ft.com/cms/s/8fb970f6-556d-11db-acba-0000779e2340.html) is the speech, and it contains ONE mention of Apple. I mean, the way the news reports were worded, you'd think that he was saying rather more than mentioning it in passing.
All he says is that Leopard has a pretty good email client (he's talking about the richness of email in the future, and is obviously impressed with what Steve Jobs has thus-far demonstrated.)
He also mentions Geico Insurance, FedEx, and Marriot hotels. And YouTube, and MySpace. And Verizon.
This is a non-story.
For those too lazy to click the link, here's what he has to say:
Third, the high bandwidth potential of 3G will be utilized to take consumer-based PC functionality mobile. The �Web �N Walk� services we see in Europe today is a precursor of the even larger opportunity in the U.S. market given broadband penetration and usage which has exploded over the past 24 months. A further example of untapped opportunity is mobile consumer e-mail. Today, only 5% of current consumer e-mail is being accessed in a mobile environment. And as can be seen with Apple�s new Leopard operating system � the richness of e-mail communications is just beginning to discover elements beyond the printed word � moving to dynamic and personally tailored image-rich communications.
That's it. That's the only mention of Apple. That single sentence in one paragraph.
WHY is this on Page 1?
All he says is that Leopard has a pretty good email client (he's talking about the richness of email in the future, and is obviously impressed with what Steve Jobs has thus-far demonstrated.)
He also mentions Geico Insurance, FedEx, and Marriot hotels. And YouTube, and MySpace. And Verizon.
This is a non-story.
For those too lazy to click the link, here's what he has to say:
Third, the high bandwidth potential of 3G will be utilized to take consumer-based PC functionality mobile. The �Web �N Walk� services we see in Europe today is a precursor of the even larger opportunity in the U.S. market given broadband penetration and usage which has exploded over the past 24 months. A further example of untapped opportunity is mobile consumer e-mail. Today, only 5% of current consumer e-mail is being accessed in a mobile environment. And as can be seen with Apple�s new Leopard operating system � the richness of e-mail communications is just beginning to discover elements beyond the printed word � moving to dynamic and personally tailored image-rich communications.
That's it. That's the only mention of Apple. That single sentence in one paragraph.
WHY is this on Page 1?
tmagman
Mar 14, 09:33 PM
1TB total is often enough. I have just over that much that much spread over 3 external drives (2 320GB freeagent Go 1st generations, 1 500GB G-Drive Mini 7200rpm). That will fit a lot of pictures. My drives aren't full yet, and in fact I probably have only 500GB of space for pictures, as I duplicate the contents of the drives as a basic backup. (In other words- dont rely on a single drive).
When you're just starting out you'll take a lot of pictures, and I mean a lot. But over time once you learn your camera and photographic techniques that you like, you'll be able to get that 'perfect shot' with just one, so you won't be taking half as many pictures and that will take half as much space. (This is coming from a guy who took 7400 pictures in just two weeks in NYC and Washington DC).
When you're just starting out you'll take a lot of pictures, and I mean a lot. But over time once you learn your camera and photographic techniques that you like, you'll be able to get that 'perfect shot' with just one, so you won't be taking half as many pictures and that will take half as much space. (This is coming from a guy who took 7400 pictures in just two weeks in NYC and Washington DC).
iJon
Jul 24, 03:35 PM
take a cloth a rub it softly. this can usually fix it. apple will not give you a new one, sorry.
iJon
iJon
bella92108
Mar 31, 12:03 PM
Sorry to say Bella apple could really care less if you switched
Sorry to say but the expression is "couldn't really care less" genius.
Sorry to say but the expression is "couldn't really care less" genius.
maturola
Mar 29, 03:47 PM
Where can I find firmware 4.3?
I found the website felixbruns which has all the firmwares, but which one do I pick?
iPad 2,1
iPad 2,2
iPad 2,3
I have a 16GB AT&T.
Thanks!
Look at the SHSH you have, it will tell you for what firmware they are. If you have SHSH for something else, they won't work on your iPad.
If you SHSHs are for ipad 2.2 them that is the firmware you need..and so on
I found the website felixbruns which has all the firmwares, but which one do I pick?
iPad 2,1
iPad 2,2
iPad 2,3
I have a 16GB AT&T.
Thanks!
Look at the SHSH you have, it will tell you for what firmware they are. If you have SHSH for something else, they won't work on your iPad.
If you SHSHs are for ipad 2.2 them that is the firmware you need..and so on
BaBayOOsa
Apr 26, 06:05 PM
ok so I just click mac osx extended journaled and hit erase? (sorry for keeping this thread going I just want to make sure I know what I'm doing.)
ton123
May 5, 07:47 AM
YES i do have the same issue! looks exactly like yours
Its on the "5", "Y" and "." key.
I have been using 4 macbooks before this one and never had this kind of problem. I dont bash my keyboard, i type rather lightly actually and no nails.
Even if its caused by pressure it should happen on "ASDF", spacebar, or other vowel key instead rite?
Was quite a shock to found this crack as i babied my air so much :)
Its on the "5", "Y" and "." key.
I have been using 4 macbooks before this one and never had this kind of problem. I dont bash my keyboard, i type rather lightly actually and no nails.
Even if its caused by pressure it should happen on "ASDF", spacebar, or other vowel key instead rite?
Was quite a shock to found this crack as i babied my air so much :)
hokka
Oct 25, 09:53 AM
I didn't say I supported AllofMP3's way to do their shady business, I meant that legal downloading should be modelled like AllofMP3 AND that the artists should get paid.
If only we live in the perfect world, every business is out there for it's own interest - Jon, Record Company and AllofMP3 included. time to wake up and smell the coffee guys!
If only we live in the perfect world, every business is out there for it's own interest - Jon, Record Company and AllofMP3 included. time to wake up and smell the coffee guys!
huskerchad
Apr 11, 10:02 AM
Your action maps to selector doneAction: and not to the method body you posted for doneButton:
Is the exception that your target does not respond to the selector?
Is the exception that your target does not respond to the selector?
iSaint
Jan 16, 06:14 AM
lucky sf natives and others. i don't see arn. :confused:
The original poster is a ro'bot'! :confused:
The original poster is a ro'bot'! :confused:
Chase R
Nov 1, 01:45 AM
As per before, ground rules apply.
Monthly Desktops Guidelines:
• For large images use rather than [img]
• Use attachments when necessary so images don't disappear when they are removed from their source
• When possible, include links to the full-sized original so others can download them. If you don't want to share, state that in your posts so others don't continue to ask for links.
• When quoting a post with images, leave the image out, or make sure you [timg] to reduce clutter.
Previous Iterations: October (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=1023594) - September (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=1005154&highlight=september+desktops) - August (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=981540&highlight=august+desktops)
Mine:
Ferrari 458 Italia
Notice the gauge-cluster :cool:
[tIMG]http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e277/bikerx007/Screenshot2010-10-29at103405AM.jpg
Original:
http://www.hdcarwallpapers.com/walls/ferrari_458_italia_interior-wide.jpg
Monthly Desktops Guidelines:
• For large images use rather than [img]
• Use attachments when necessary so images don't disappear when they are removed from their source
• When possible, include links to the full-sized original so others can download them. If you don't want to share, state that in your posts so others don't continue to ask for links.
• When quoting a post with images, leave the image out, or make sure you [timg] to reduce clutter.
Previous Iterations: October (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=1023594) - September (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=1005154&highlight=september+desktops) - August (http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=981540&highlight=august+desktops)
Mine:
Ferrari 458 Italia
Notice the gauge-cluster :cool:
[tIMG]http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e277/bikerx007/Screenshot2010-10-29at103405AM.jpg
Original:
http://www.hdcarwallpapers.com/walls/ferrari_458_italia_interior-wide.jpg
Designer Dale
Mar 7, 01:02 AM
Thanks James, aka Eaton Photos. I cannot believe how many hard drives you have filled in a modest amount of time! It appears that I need to modify my HDD setup and backup plan, as I did not "factor in" a massive expansion when contemplating my HDD setup and backup plan. I thought I was being overzealous planning the use of one HDD.
You must have tens of thousands of photos, but your point being that one's photo library can grow extensively in a fairly limited amount of time and one should plan accordingly, noted!
I am reading about the different RAID arrays and which one's purpose is required for certain situations. I thought RAID was overkill for my needs, but I may be mistaken. Thank you Sir for sharing your knowledge! The photographers are quick to share knowledge and provide advice. :cool:
Well, I have learned a ton and I have to modify my plan in order to build the system I have envisioned.
Keep in mind that Mr. Eaton is a professional. He shoots with a full frame camera that yields large file size images. Think about what you are going to be doing with photography before you jump into all this. The setup you are thinking of buying - the Mac Pro - is easily expandable. If you start with two drives, you still have room for two more. I have a MBP that came with a 250Gb drive. That was good for a year before I upgraded it to a 500 Gb one. The old drive is in an external enclosure and serves as a photo backup of my Aperture file vault. I have a 1TB external drive for Time Machine, and that backs up everything on my system. This is my hobby and I probably shoot around 200 images in an average month, more during good weather. I have a Canon XSi and will move to a 7D in a year or so.
Just my 2k worth.
Edit: My advice is to not configure your setup as an end all right out of the gate. Storage technology is rapidly evolving, and what you dump all that money on may be obsolete in two years. Thunder Bolt will lead to fiber optics being standard and solid state drives will replace disc drives before you know it.
Dale
You must have tens of thousands of photos, but your point being that one's photo library can grow extensively in a fairly limited amount of time and one should plan accordingly, noted!
I am reading about the different RAID arrays and which one's purpose is required for certain situations. I thought RAID was overkill for my needs, but I may be mistaken. Thank you Sir for sharing your knowledge! The photographers are quick to share knowledge and provide advice. :cool:
Well, I have learned a ton and I have to modify my plan in order to build the system I have envisioned.
Keep in mind that Mr. Eaton is a professional. He shoots with a full frame camera that yields large file size images. Think about what you are going to be doing with photography before you jump into all this. The setup you are thinking of buying - the Mac Pro - is easily expandable. If you start with two drives, you still have room for two more. I have a MBP that came with a 250Gb drive. That was good for a year before I upgraded it to a 500 Gb one. The old drive is in an external enclosure and serves as a photo backup of my Aperture file vault. I have a 1TB external drive for Time Machine, and that backs up everything on my system. This is my hobby and I probably shoot around 200 images in an average month, more during good weather. I have a Canon XSi and will move to a 7D in a year or so.
Just my 2k worth.
Edit: My advice is to not configure your setup as an end all right out of the gate. Storage technology is rapidly evolving, and what you dump all that money on may be obsolete in two years. Thunder Bolt will lead to fiber optics being standard and solid state drives will replace disc drives before you know it.
Dale
Cify
Apr 10, 10:10 PM
What router do you have? Some routers have built in VPN server support. If not, you can try EasyVPN for windows. I found a link here:
http://www.comodo.com/home/email-security/vpn-access.php
To find the Time warner search domain name go to your router's setup page. It should have a summary page and tell you your public IP address and also the search domain. If you can't find it, PM me, I'll help you out.
I have a dlink 655 which doesn't support ddwrt or have a default vpn.
i know my public ip and the search domain seems to be socal.rr.com
I downloaded easyvpn and set it up but am having problems on where to input all this information, its sure not as easy as the mac version.
Also I'm not sure how to PM you or I would, I just made this account and am brand new to these forums, pm me and I'll gladly reply!
http://www.comodo.com/home/email-security/vpn-access.php
To find the Time warner search domain name go to your router's setup page. It should have a summary page and tell you your public IP address and also the search domain. If you can't find it, PM me, I'll help you out.
I have a dlink 655 which doesn't support ddwrt or have a default vpn.
i know my public ip and the search domain seems to be socal.rr.com
I downloaded easyvpn and set it up but am having problems on where to input all this information, its sure not as easy as the mac version.
Also I'm not sure how to PM you or I would, I just made this account and am brand new to these forums, pm me and I'll gladly reply!
PikachuMan
Apr 12, 11:34 PM
This has NOTHING to do with being out of contract. Please stop spreading this myth.
When you buy an iPhone you buy it WITH a two year contract. Whether you use it or other networks or not has nothing to do with ATT getting their subsidy money.
I remember researching this a while back. What the AT&T rep told me: if I bought an iPhone 4 and break the contract, I would have to pay:
(1) the ETF, as well as,
(2) the difference of the actual retail price of the phone (the "subsidy money")
And they still wouldn't unlock the phone.
Even if I bought a no-contract iPhone (pay AT&T's full retail "no commitment" price), they still wouldn't unlock it.
--
I didn't buy the iPhone 4 with those stipulations. I went to T-Mobile, got a Vibrant/Galaxy S, and they gladly unlocked after a month. No way I would pay the $20 USD per megabyte AT&T int'l roaming rate, and then have to chuck the phone once I moved back home for good.
When you buy an iPhone you buy it WITH a two year contract. Whether you use it or other networks or not has nothing to do with ATT getting their subsidy money.
I remember researching this a while back. What the AT&T rep told me: if I bought an iPhone 4 and break the contract, I would have to pay:
(1) the ETF, as well as,
(2) the difference of the actual retail price of the phone (the "subsidy money")
And they still wouldn't unlock the phone.
Even if I bought a no-contract iPhone (pay AT&T's full retail "no commitment" price), they still wouldn't unlock it.
--
I didn't buy the iPhone 4 with those stipulations. I went to T-Mobile, got a Vibrant/Galaxy S, and they gladly unlocked after a month. No way I would pay the $20 USD per megabyte AT&T int'l roaming rate, and then have to chuck the phone once I moved back home for good.
Dharma Logos
Apr 17, 05:09 PM
Here is a screen capture showing the disk image in the middle, the get info screen to the left, and Disk Utility to the right. Note that Disk Utility shows three external drives. Right now I have zero external media plugged in. Not a flash drive. Not an external hard drive. Not even a CD.
Bengt77
Mar 12, 08:03 PM
Here's mine:
http://i.imgur.com/4Dr9V.png
http://i.imgur.com/4Dr9V.png
Jaffa Cake
Dec 22, 07:41 AM
The longer you keep hold of it, the less people will have a Mac that will require the older card (as they upgrade, they'll be wanting an Airport extreme card, or whatever comes along next to replace it).
Your best bet is probably just to pop it in the post to me � it'll go nicely with my G3 iBook. I won't charge you anything for taking it off your hands, seeing as how it's Christmas. :p
Your best bet is probably just to pop it in the post to me � it'll go nicely with my G3 iBook. I won't charge you anything for taking it off your hands, seeing as how it's Christmas. :p
John T
May 6, 11:04 AM
"Error occurred during installation please try again" doesn't necessarily indicate there is anything wrong with your machine. I have received a similar message whilst running Software Update and the problem was with the network.
Have you tried as advised - tried later?
Have you tried as advised - tried later?
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