Connecting ssd to asrock x58 extreme 3

[xboxps2gba]

I am trying to connect my new crucial m4 ssd to my asrock x58 mobo. On first thought I would imagine I'd connect it to a sata 3(6Gbps) but I've read it's a Marvell controller and I won't get good speeds with it. Here is a link to the specs of the mobo. http://asrock.com/mb/overview.asp?Model=X58%20Extreme3

What is the best port to connect the crucial m4 ssd?

Thank You,
Jim

 

[rolli59]

The marwell controller is though going to be faster than the SATA3GB connection although it is not great compared to other SATA 6GB controllers.

 

[xboxps2gba]

I've read people complaining about the reliability of the Marvell Controller, is this a common issue?

 

[rolli59]

I have not seen that but you will always find some people that have issues with hardware. Here is an article that pretty much explains the performance issue but it is still running faster than Sata 3GB. http://techgage.com/article/battle_of_the_sata_30_controllers/4

 

[JackNaylorPE]

http://www.hardwarezone.com/feature-intels-sandy-bridge-next-gen/intels-sata-6g-vs-marvell-9128-sata-6g

 

[gerry410]

I am trying to connect my new crucial m4 ssd to my asrock x58 mobo. On first thought I would imagine I'd connect it to a sata 3(6Gbps) but I've read it's a Marvell controller and I won't get good speeds with it. Here is a link to the specs of the mobo. http://asrock.com/mb/overview.asp?Model=X58%20Extreme3

What is the best port to connect the crucial m4 ssd?

Thank You,
Jim

the answers to all your questions are in your mobo manual. you should read it and understand it like the back of your hand.