On Wed, 18 Nov 1998, Peter Nann wrote:
>
> We are about to make our first foray into linux SMP, and we are looking at
> the Dell PowerEdge 2300 server line (Dual PII, 100MHz bus).
>
> The SMP FAQ is (understandably) not perfectly up to date with new PC
> releases, so although the 2200 is mentioned, I was wondering if I should
> worry about any problems with the newer 2300.
>
> Apparently, SCSI support is integrated with BOTH Adaptec "AIC-7890
> Ultra-2/LVD SCSI" AND "AIC-7860 Ultra/Narrow SCSI-3". Will these be OK for
> Linux? (Or should that question go to the Kernel list???)
>
Your best bet is to replace the onboard Adaptec with BusLogic. The
Adaptec driver has come a long way, but the BusLogic is far more mature.
Although, I have had good luck with the AIC-7880, I have not with the
AIC-7870. If something isn't working, you'll know it's not the BusLogic.
> Also, there is a choice of 100Mbit NICs between "Intel Pro 100B" and "3Com
> 3C905". Any preferences between them for linux support, SMP behaviour, or
> just general behaviour?
>
I've had good experiences with both cards in SMP. DEC Tulips are also good.
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