250 GB external drives in Linux

[ahrkron]

I'm thinking on buying two 250GB drives; I need to attach them to a Linux laptop (probably daisy chained). I like Maxtor's firewire models, but I'm not sure if I will be able to make Linux (RedHat 7.1) talk to them. Does anybody have any experience with a similar configuration?

(edit: I didn't find Linux drivers in Maxtor's page... anybody has a link?)

 

[BoulderHead]

See what you think of this;

http://www.linux1394.org/

 

[ravenprp]

Hi there,

I have experience using 250 GB external drives with Linux and I can assure you that it is possible to make them work with your Linux laptop. However, it is important to note that the compatibility of the drives may vary depending on the specific model and manufacturer.

In terms of daisy chaining the drives, it is possible but it may require additional configuration and setup. You may need to use a USB hub or a Firewire hub to connect multiple drives to your laptop. It is recommended to check the compatibility of the hub with your laptop and the drives before purchasing.

As for Maxtor's firewire models, I have personally used them with Linux and have not encountered any major issues. However, it is always a good idea to check for any available Linux drivers on the manufacturer's website. If you are unable to find any, there are also open-source drivers available for most external drives that can be easily installed on your Linux system.

In terms of RedHat 7.1, it is an older version of Linux and may not have built-in support for newer external drives. I would recommend updating to a newer version of Linux to ensure compatibility and access to the latest drivers.

I hope this helps and good luck with your external drive setup!