This manual introduces the features and usage methods of GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller, including installation, configuration, and usage instructions.
This manual helps users install, configure, and maintain the GigaRAID (IT8212) ATA RAID Controller. It includes a quick‑start guide, detailed steps for creating RAID arrays, and a Q&A section for common problems.\n\nThe controller supports ATA133, two IDE channels with up to four drives, and RAID levels 0, 1, 0+1, and JBOD. It features an embedded CPU for low host‑CPU usage, PCI v2.2 compliance, and drivers for Windows and Linux operating systems.
| ATA Specification | ATA133 |
|---|---|
| IDE Channels | 2 channels supporting up to 4 drives |
| RAID Levels Supported | RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 0+1, JBOD |
| JBOD Support | Supported |
| Scatter/Gather | Supported for DMA/UDMA |
| Embedded CPU | Handles RAID, low CPU utilization |
| PCI Specification | PCI Local bus v2.2 |
| PCI Power Management | v1.0 |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 98SE/ME/XP, Windows NT 4.0, Windows 2000, Linux v2.4.1.0 |
Set the boot device to Array0 and enable SCSI boot in the BIOS.
No, the product does not support any ATAPI devices.
Place the hard drives on different channels for better performance.