ARECA RAID CARD PROBLEMS

I am in the middle of building my new system.
I am having problems with an Areca arc-1680 IX 16 Port.
Basically the card is running so slow, I have tried varios volumes from 2x hd in raid 0, to 10 raid 0, raid 30 ect. the higest i got is 170 ish mbs. peaks up and down.
I have tried with HD Tach & HD Tune.
Motherboard used:
Asus Z8NA-D6
HD: Samsung hd103sj
Windows 7 ultimate.
I have tried the only 2 available 8x pci-e slots. makes no difference.
waiting for areca to get back to me.
this is the second card i am testing this week. So i have 2 cards that cost ££££ and they are useless.
any sugestions what it could be.
baz

good chance its the motherboard you used. it would not have been my choice.
you should be hitting 195-215 for a 2 drive raid 0.
i have not tried the samsung drives so who knows...
what #s do you get with onboard raid 0?
Scott
ADK

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I rebuilt my system with a custom kernel to use the Areca ARC1210 Raid drivers. The kernel built and booted without any problems, and dmesg even shows the raid driver initializing:
ARECA RAID ADAPTER0: FIRMWARE VERSION 1.38 2005-10-4
scsi0: ARECA ARC1210 PCI-EXPRESS 4 PORTS SATA RAID CONTROLLER
Driver version: 1.20.0X.12
Vendor: Areca Model: ARC-1210-VOL#00 Rev: 001
Type: Direct-access ANSI SCSI Revision: 003
and later
SCSI device sda: 1249999872 512-byte hdwr sectors (640000 MB)
sda: sda1
sd 0:0:0:0 Attached SCSI disk sda
libata version 1.20.0 loaded
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mount: special device /dev/sda1 does not exist.
The /etc/fstab entry is:
/dev/sda1 /smnt/raid reiserfs defaults 0 0
It may or may not be worth noting, but when I go to mount it with udev (mount /dev/sda1) it fails with "wrong filesystem". But if I "mount /dev/sda1 /smnt/raid" it works just fine.
Also, /dev/scsi/host0/bus0/target0/lun0/part1 is symlinked to /dev/sda.
Am I missing something from my kernel? Or is something compiled as a module that shouldn't be?
EDIT: I forgot to mention, the custom kernel is not an initrd kernel, so I don't think the wiki page applies.

FUBAR wrote:If "mount /dev/sda1" doesn't work, I think your /etc/fstab isn't correct: mount reads /etc/fstab unless you use a "full" mount command like your "mount /dev/sda1 /smnt/raid".
You were correct on one count, thanks. I had a line
/dev/sda1 /mnt/usb vfat user,noauto 0 0
earlier in fstab to mount my flash drive .
It does mount with "mount /dev/sda1" now, but it still produces the same error on boot, even though it seems to recognize the card at the beginning of dmesg. I would write a script to mount it before mysqld at boot, but I'm afraid that I'm missing something that will come back and bite me later. Is there some udev subtlety that I'm not catching?

Raid card problem, migration from Caldigit to.... What else?

Hey,
So long story short apple has decided to crew my 2008 mac pro for a new 2009! Which is pretty awesome, except for one small (big) problem. I have a 4 drive raid 5 array off of the Caldigit raid card... however the new system does not have an ipass cable, correct? Meaning I can't connect my raid card..
So here's my problem, I already dropped a bunch of money on this raid card, but I really need a raid 5 array for what I do, any suggestions?

So here's my problem, I already dropped a bunch of money on this raid card, but I really need a raid 5 array for what I do, any suggestions?
Hi,
I would recommend the HighPoint RocketRAID 4322, SeriTek/2eEN4 4-bay, hot swap enclosures and mini-SAS to eSATA cables. You can read more about this configuration here:
http://www.amug.org/amug-web/html/amug/reviews/articles/intel/macpro-2009/
http://www.amug.org/amug-web/html/amug/reviews/articles/highpoint/4322/
http://www.amug.org/amug-web/html/amug/reviews/articles/firmtek/2eEN4/
http://firmtek.stores.yahoo.net/sata2een4.html
http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/B000JQ51CM/arizomacinusergr
This external SATA solution supports RAID 5/6 and provides easy access to the hard disks. I like the external option best as it leaves the internal bays for boot camp, boot drives and backing up or importing data.
If you require an internal solution, and do not mind the limitations that come with it you may want to explore the new MaxUpgrades "SAS/SATA Backplane Attachment."
http://www.maxupgrades.com/istore/index.cfm?fuseaction=product.display&product_i d=189
http://www.barefeats.com/hard120.html
Happy hunting!

Areca RAID card drivers for Leopard?

I cannot seem to find Leopard drivers for my Areca 1220ML RAID card. Areca support page has no new drivers since Tiger and though they list their product as supported under Leopard, there exists no drivers that I can find. Apple makes no mention of them on the driver support/download section either
help!

I have an Areca 1220 (not ML) that I put into a 10.5.4 Macbook Pro system (via external PCIE) and it worked without having to do anything. The drivers were already present. I have since swapped out the 1220 SATA for a 1680 SAS and it, too, worked without needing any drivers. I guess the press release from Areca was true!
http://www.areca.com.tw/news/2007/n1106.htm
However, I did find a link to OS X drivers on the Areca site, which hopefully brings some assurance:
ftp://ftp.areca.com.tw/RaidCards/AP_Drivers/MacOS/

Help Required 2x Areca Raid Cards

Hi,
I have a Areca ARC-1680ix 16 port & a Areca ARC-1231ML 12 port
I wanted to know if it is possible to use both cards in one system, if so what is the best method.
I want to install this in a large Server Rack mount that has hot swapable bays.
Regards
Baz

That is up to the management software and firmware of the cards. If the firmware allows the cards to grab different resources then they both will initialize. If the management software allows you to manage both cards then your fine there. However if you are attempting to span a raid over both cards then that will require a contact with Areca. Intel cards have that option with an internal cable or atleast they did in the past. Normally a SAS expander card is a better solution than 2 raid cards currently.
Eric
ADK

My Caldigit Raid Card problem and..

Hi everyone,
Recently I purchased a Caldigit Raid Card and Installed it to slot 3 in my 8-core Mac Pro(Early 2008).
But, my Mac Pro is making a loud fan noise.
According to Caldigit, if Mac Pro's iPass cable is not properly seated to Caldigit Raid Card's J18 Mini-SAS connector, there will be a fan issue that he's experienced.
But My Installation was absolutely correct and my Mac Pro is still making loud fan noise.
I'm not a novice for such a installation.
I sent several e-mails to Caldigit's Online Reseller in the USA, But they reject the refund.
They said that it is a special order, so it cannot be returned for an exchange for other parts.
But, They don't let me know about a special order before buying the Raid Card.
Also, They said that the product is not damaged nor broken, You just have to make sure it is installed properly. If you decide to return the item, there will be a restocking fee charge.
Really, I can't get refund from the Reseller?
Is it all is my fault?
Here is Asia, I can't go there.
Please give me some advice.
Thank you for reading.
p.s. I'm sorry for my poor englsih and this inconvenience post..

My suggestion is contact CalDigit directly. That is a very new product, not many users will have enough experience to assist you. CalDigit has a good support staff and they will help you out. http://www.CalDigit.com/contact.asp
Rick
macgurus.com

Raid Card Problem

I have XSERVE 2.66 intel
there is a raid card inside but nothing in the system tells that it can see it
i want to do RAID five to my system hard disks
i do not have XRAID only my system hard disks
how can i do this

Hi
Thats odd? If the Server Software is 10.4.x and it came with the XServe it should be there. If the Server OS is 10.5 its definitely there. Perhaps you should look a little harder for it on the Installer disks that came with the XServe?
It may be of benefit to consult this link:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306231
Hope this helps, Tony

Cabling for 3rd Party RAID Card

OK, the drives on the Mac Pro plug into the motherboard. And the Mac Pro Raid card seems to access the drives through the motherboard:
"A new cableless connection and intuitive Apple software make it a snap to install this optional card."
So my question is, what if I want to use an Adaptec or other RAID card that has a series of internal SATA connectors along the top of the card? Can this card be used? How do I connect the drives? Are there plugs somewhere on the motherboard to get to the internal drives?
Or I am stuck with the $700 Mac Pro RAID card?

We use the areca raid card to connect to the internal drives. This is only one example of why Mac are worth the extra %25. On the very left hand side of the mother board is a Sata 8087 connector. I f you buy a raid card like the Areca and a extender, you can plug the four internal drive bays directly onto the connector of the Areca. We went a step further and added four more 1.5 TB drives to the optical drive bay and connect those to the second port of the Areca card. As we needed two times 4 drives for our solution, we have the boot drive connected to one of the spare sata connectors on the mother board.

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Performance Problem - Should I add a RAID card?

Greetings. I'm currently mixing my project in 5.1 Surround. I have a Motu MKII with 5 speakers and a sub. My Soundtrack Project consists on about 12 tracks, with effects on all tracks.
PROBLEM: I get pops and clicks through the project as if the computer cannot push all data. All of my projects and media are on three SATA 500GB RAID 0 drives and my applications (Macintosh HD) are on a single SATA 500GB.
SHOULD I purchase the Mac Pro RAID Card and RAID 5 all four drives?
At work, I have the new Mac Pro with the 8Core system and I.T. has RAID'ed 5 all four hard drives and it doesn't even flinch.
Should I RAID 5 with the Mac Pro RAID Card?? Is it worth $800 and would it increase my performance?

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Apple raid card with Sonnet Tempo SSD problem?

I am currently using Mac Pro 5.1 (2010)
My configuration is
1) Apple Raid Card in PCIe slot 4
2TB bootable HDD and 3x 1TB HDDs configured to RAID 0
2) Apple Radeon 5770 card in PCIe slot 1
3) Sonnet Tempo SSD with Apple OEM 512GB SSD in PCIe slot 2
4) Caldigit Fasta-6GU3pro USB3 + eSATA card in PCIe slot 3
When I boot from 2TB bootable HDD in main slot #1, everything works well.
But, when I install Mavericks to 512GB SSD in PCIe slot, installation finishes without problem, but the system NEVER boot up with that drive.
(The drive appears in boot disc selection in system preference, but nothing changed even select it and reboot.)
(I did a lot of PRAM reset too...)
The SSD works well when I put it to 2nd ODD slot with spare SATA2 connectors in there. (boot properly, etc).
But when I put it back to TEMPO card, It never appears during boot process (even I press option key).
Maybe problem is due to
1) Issue with APPLE raid card
2) problem due to two additional SATA controllers in PCIe rains.
3) Issue with card configuration (I have to test change the position of cards except APPLE RAID which requires slot 4)
Does anybody experienced similar problems?

This:
> But, when I install Mavericks to 512GB SSD in PCIe slot, installation finishes without problem, but the system NEVER boot up with that drive.
It is not uncommon to have trouble installing, cloning, or booting from a PCIe card - though the Sonnet Tempo Pro SSD is one of the reliable ones, still, you should install the OS first on SATA II normally, then move the SSD to its new home.
The fact the SSD works on the ODD port - have you asked or looked for firmware update or anything from Sonnet and what they have to say?
With three PCIe cards to contend with, they may interact - not unheard of - and the USB3 may need drivers first to work?

Areca arc1222 8x raid card

I have a couple of questions, I have the areca arc1222 8x raid card (it has 2 min sas4i ports on it) and I have the sas4i to 4 individual sata connectors. I bought it for another system and now am just about to get me mac pro. I used to have a g5, and the drives could just be reconnected to my internal raid card. However, on the macpro, I believe they are on quick connect trays. I have seen the max conect link that just looks like a sa4i to sas4i connector. I am not really sure what it does, maybe someone here can teach me before I get my mac pro. Do all 4 of the internal drives come off the drive cage in a sas4i connector or something? How would I use a internal card with either the sas4i ports or the 4 single sata connectors to connect to the internal disks on the mac pro.
I already had a back plate that I planed to install into one of the unused slots of the mac pro that turns one of my internal sas4i connectors into a external sas4i connecter that I can use to get to external drive cage. I know I probably should have bought a raid controller that was all external but this is what I have, it looks like the max connect link is something that allows internal raid cards to connect to the 4 mac pro drives, but Im not finding enough to read about how it works, why I would need it if my card already has sas4i connectors on it, etc ,etc. Any help would be appreciated. I wont be seeing my mac pro for a couple of weeks.
john

So no one can tell me that the 4 drives in the mac pro connect to the system via a mini sas 4i connector.
How about this than, seeing as the apple raid card has to connect to the drives, does anyone know how this connection takes place. I would think the raid card comes with a cable that extends to the connectors from the 4 drives? Is it a mini sas4i female on one end that extends the existing mini sas4 or what? Someone gotta have some experience here?
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Mac Pro Raid 0 (no Raid card) wake from sleep problem

I have a early 2009 Mac Pro with 5 hard drives. One Primary and the other four in the drive bays set up in a RAID 0 array. I don't have a raid card in the computer so software raid I guess.
My computer goes to sleep and sometimes (1 out of every 3 times), any attempt to access anything on the raid array (either through Finder or by using a program that has data on the raid array) causes the system to basically freeze up (get beach ball) and requires a hard reset of the Mac Pro.
I'm losing both data and patience with this. I could just set it to never sleep I guess, but I'm not sure how good that is for the computer and drives.
Any ideas?
Thanks,
TRaymond

My guess is there is something amiss with your hard drives and RAID.
Are they all the same make/model of drives?
What are those?
How much capacity?
Did you test each drive first?
This is a simple RAID0 (stripe)?
Have you run Disk Warrior against your system and RAID?

Using a Mac Pro w / Apple Internal Hardware RAID Card?

Anyone using a Mac Pro with a Apple Hardware RAID Card 2010?
( I have a 12 Core )
Is it worth the $600-700 ?
How much faster than the software RAID 0?
I see Hamm's RAID tips chart .. but it doesn't include such options .. plus it is based on a PC system.
Any tips would be great ..
I find many areas where the application is slow / unresponsive .. and I'm not sure where the bottleneck is ... Maybe the hardware RAID will solve it?
I'm really am impressed with CS5 .. it would be even better with some adjustments .. but I am absolutely disappointed with sluggish performance on my top-of-the-line Mac Pro 12 Core.
This is not what I expected for a $8,000 machine.
Some users says that the port of CS5 for the Mac has taken a back seat to the Windows version at Adobe.
I can't imagine that Adobe would not put 100% effort into Mac products.
Go Team!!!

I have a 2009 Mac Pro 3.33GHz Quad core w/ Apple RAID card, 16GB RAM from OWC, and Apple's Radeon HD 5870 GPU.
I have RAID 0 set across 3x1TB drives internally, and the standard 640GB drive for OSX and all program files. I set all video assets, renders, previews and such on the 3TB RAID.
This seems to work wonderfully. I built this system specifically to edit a feature film shot on P2 DVCProHD, and I've been impressed with how it handles it. This was all built prior to CS5, which took me by surprise. Had I known nVidia would become such a problem for Apple, I would have built a PC, but that's another story.
I just started a new project in CS5 on the same system, this time using H.264 video from my Nikon D7000, and so far, it seems to play just as nicely, despite not having hardware acceleration via CUDA technology. Yellow bars on top, even. I haven't had any problems with clips taking a long time to populate on the timeline or any of that, so perhaps the RAID card helps there.
All this aside, I've already decided to upgrade my RAID for another reason. Right now, my backup is performed via an eSATA-connected external drive through a PCI eSATA card. After every edit session, I dump everything on the RAID onto the external drive, and it goes much faster than the old FW800 transfer used to. I'm about to replace my Apple RAID card with an Areca card and set up a 4-bay RAID 3 via an SAS connection. This will allow for excellent data throughput while offering more security than my current RAID 0 / manual backup system, and free up the internal drives for backups, exports and render files.
I believe in hardware RAID, but I'm not as knowledgeable as Harm and others are about it. I had my Mac built to order with the Apple RAID card, so I have no experience using Premiere with a software RAID. Due to my smooth experience using it, I think it was worth it, but plenty of people say the Apple RAID card is rubbish, and to go with Areca or Atto cards. I didn't know about them until after I built my system, and even though it will cost a couple thousand to upgrade my RAID from this point, I expect to have an even better system than I already have.
I hope this helps, and feel free to ask any questions I didn't address.

Raid Card, what to look for in a card?

Hi guys,
Im looking for help on what to look for in a Raid card. Im new to Raid, but i have read the tweakers pages and it seems like the way forward.
Im a full time editor working with AVC-Intra footage doing fast cuts. Im about to ditch my 2008 mac pro and build a up to date PC around the i7 4930k. Im planning on running 8x3-4tb drives for footage; raid 5, 3x3tb raid 3 for exports, maybe 2x256 ssd raid 0 for boot, 2x3tb drive for page file and media cache, and maybe 3x3tb for stock footage raid 0.
Im totally lost in what to look for in a Raid card?
Cheers Ryan

For 13 drives is there a cheaper option?
Yes, Areca 1882ix-16, 1264IL-16, Intel RS2WG160, LSI 9260-16i - or for that matter, any RAID controller with 13+ internal connections. There are much cheaper controllers from Highpoint and others, as well.
If your next question is, is it worth it going cheaper? ...Usually not for me personally - at least certainly not with Highpoint or other entry level controllers with subpar support and all kinds of performance and reliability problems. Even Tier 1 controllers aren't exempt from them.
That said, I am curious about Intel and LSI controllers I listed above. The LSI one especially so given the availability of SSD caching and other neat features.
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