Command Queuing

SirKenin · 12-07-2006, 07:47 PM

I have a Raptor and an Asus P4P800-e Deluxe mainboard. I want to turn NCQ on to boost the performance of the drive, but I can't figure out how. Anyone here know?

**Cromewell** · 12-07-2006, 07:53 PM

Which model raptor do you have? The older ones don't support NCQ

SirKenin · 12-07-2006, 08:11 PM

Mine is the super dual turbo solid 14K Gold sans plastic (the 24K model was extra) deluxe 289HP .351 CI WDC WD740GD-00FLA0 (but I don't know what those last numbers mean).

Thanks for any help.

**Cromewell** · 12-07-2006, 08:22 PM

It supports TCQ but not NCQ. The SATA bridge it uses prevents it.

SirKenin · 12-07-2006, 08:35 PM

Ok, so how to enable TCQ? And here's what SiSoft says:

Warning W3104 - Current transfer mode not optimal, i.e. not highest supported. This affects drive performance. If the controller is also capable of the highest supported transfer mode, there is no reason not to use it.

Fix: First check controller supported transfer modes. Then check the mode the driver for the controller/BIOS is set to use and modify; some default to a lower mode for compatibility. You may need to install newer drivers if the current drivers do not natively support the controller (especially for RAID). You may need to update the controller BIOS or drive firmware, if the mode does not stick. If data corruption occurs verify the cable and consider switching (if any) drives on the same channel onto other channels.

If the built-in controller does not support the mode, consider using the on-board/RAID controller or even disable the built-in controller and install a new controller.

**Cromewell** · 12-07-2006, 08:58 PM

It'll be a BIOS option but you will probably need a controller card to get it.

12-07-2006, 07:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
SirKenin banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 4,711	Command Queuing I have a Raptor and an Asus P4P800-e Deluxe mainboard. I want to turn NCQ on to boost the performance of the drive, but I can't figure out how. Anyone here know?

12-07-2006, 07:53 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cromewell Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Canada Age: 24 Posts: 10,085	Which model raptor do you have? The older ones don't support NCQ __________________ You know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I go get and beat you with 'til ya understand who's in ruttin' command here. I must plug a couple comics because they are good :D: www.ctrlaltdel-online.com www.userfriendly.org

12-07-2006, 08:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
Cromewell Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Canada Age: 24 Posts: 10,085	It supports TCQ but not NCQ. The SATA bridge it uses prevents it. __________________ You know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I go get and beat you with 'til ya understand who's in ruttin' command here. I must plug a couple comics because they are good :D: www.ctrlaltdel-online.com www.userfriendly.org

12-07-2006, 08:58 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cromewell Moderator Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Canada Age: 24 Posts: 10,085	It'll be a BIOS option but you will probably need a controller card to get it. __________________ You know what the chain of command is? It's the chain I go get and beat you with 'til ya understand who's in ruttin' command here. I must plug a couple comics because they are good :D: www.ctrlaltdel-online.com www.userfriendly.org

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12-07-2006, 08:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
SirKenin banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 4,711	Mine is the super dual turbo solid 14K Gold sans plastic (the 24K model was extra) deluxe 289HP .351 CI WDC WD740GD-00FLA0 (but I don't know what those last numbers mean). Thanks for any help.

12-07-2006, 08:35 PM	#5 (permalink)
SirKenin banned Join Date: Aug 2006 Posts: 4,711	Ok, so how to enable TCQ? And here's what SiSoft says: Warning W3104 - Current transfer mode not optimal, i.e. not highest supported. This affects drive performance. If the controller is also capable of the highest supported transfer mode, there is no reason not to use it. Fix: First check controller supported transfer modes. Then check the mode the driver for the controller/BIOS is set to use and modify; some default to a lower mode for compatibility. You may need to install newer drivers if the current drivers do not natively support the controller (especially for RAID). You may need to update the controller BIOS or drive firmware, if the mode does not stick. If data corruption occurs verify the cable and consider switching (if any) drives on the same channel onto other channels. If the built-in controller does not support the mode, consider using the on-board/RAID controller or even disable the built-in controller and install a new controller.