I give up . . . HD to HD2 Radio

Hi Puerto,

Would that be this one, or this one?

The first one (more expensive) only has 1 feedback comment at NewEgg, which is positive. But the second one (less expensive) has seven comments, many of which describe serious problems.

Given also that WD Black HD's are generally excellent drives, IME and IMO, it sure sounds like the Cavalry unit may be the problem.

Also, my philosophy is that RAID 1 should not be counted on as a backup solution, or at least as the only backup solution, because it is conceivable that a failure of the RAID controller hardware, or the power supply, or the operating system, or a virus infection, could simultaneously corrupt or destroy both drives in the array. Thankfully you've recognized that possibility by keeping a separate single HD as an additional backup.

So I would think that the best approach to resolving these frustrating experiences would be to forget about RAID and simply store your music on at least two non-RAID external hard drives, preferably Western Digitals IMO. And preferably drives that are fully enclosed, as opposed to being dock-mounted, which may help with respect to the humidity situation.

Regards,
-- Al

I have come around to your way of thinking on the Raid configurations Al. The examples of Cavalry units that you referenced are not the same as mine. My Cavalry is a completlely enclosed unit with the two HDs in side. I think the answer is to make sure my back-up single HD is up to date and then copy it off on to another similar unit.

You have confirmed my thinking. Thank you for taking the time

Puerto

I purchase WD Enterprise class drives only because of this very reason. They are not only Raid but also Server rated.
They come with 5 year warranties and I have yet to lose one even with them shutting down from overheating in my old computer case. They are much more expensive but worth it in my opinion.