RAID5 Hardware vs NT (software)

From: Xoltan <xoltan_at_usa.net>
Date: 1997/04/30
Message-ID: <01bc558f$0ab8d1a0$34fd00cf@hdaffin>#1/1

I am new to this ng... so bear with me.

Can anyone tell me if it is best to run Oracle over RAID5 disks? Or are RAID0 (mirrored) disks preferred?

Likewise, is it best to implement RAID5 or RAID0 using WinNT (software) or to use the hardware controllers that are offered by various companies? The hardware disk arrays seem to be the way to go.

I am trying to decide on whether to purchase an HP Netserver with RAID5 or Compaq Proliant 5000 w/ storage tower. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Xoltan
xoltan_at_usa.net
http://www.citynet.net/personal/xoltan/

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