In a message dated 12/25/02 10:28:08 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << I am going to either purchase an Atto UL2D SCSI card or an Adaptec 2940U2B. Is either one better than the other? >>
I would recommend the ATTO over the Adaptec. >> I guess the Atto is a dual channel card, though it only has one internal and one external connector. >> Quite true, and being a dual channel card, you will notice that it has a PCI bridge function, and neither of the two independent on-card SCSI controllers will be visible to ASP through that PCI bridge. This can cause some problems, but nothing more than the usual SCSI voodoo is required to sort things out. I have two of these UL2D cards, but I am presently using the original Apple/ATTO single channel cards in my "production" Macs. >> Can I solder on the extra connectors, since there are solder pads for the extra internal and external connectors? >> The card is supplied with one standard 68-pin internal connector (Channel 1; will become Bus 1 on Beiges and Bus 2 on most earlier PCI Macs) and one very nonstandard 68-pin external connector (Channel 2; will become Bus 2 on Beiges and Bus 3 on most earlier PCI Macs). The pads are there for an additional 68-pin connector for an internal connection for Channel 2, and pads for an additional 68-pin connector for an external connection for Channel 1. I have added the second 68-pin internal connector on both of my UL2Ds. I used Honda branded connectors, but this connector type is pretty much standardized, and others should be OK as well. >> Is either more compatible or better performing than the other? >> I strongly suspect the UL2D is superior to the Adaptec. Peter. -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
