Re: [OM] OT PC backup programs

[Mike Lazzari]

When purchasing and ad-on SATA3/eSATA or a USB3 card make sure that you 
have the correct PCI slot available on your motherboard. PCI-Express 
2.0. These cards use up considerable bandwidth and the older PCI slots 
aren't up to it. Any MB purchased in the last few years should be OK but 
check if the necessary slot isn't buried under the video card. And that 
the internal cables will reach the HD rack. May need a separate power 
supply connector but in any event you should do an energy calc to make 
sure your PS is up to the task. An off-the-shelf computer's PS usually 
has little headroom for extras. If the PS is marginal then do a cost 
effectiveness calc. May be time for an up grade.

Brian, An add-on USB3 card may be your best bet if your MB is up to it. 
Like this:
<http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815166026>


Mike
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