do i really need a sata controler when using iprep

[douncheez]

some ppl tell me yes and some tell me no so i want the bottom line. i saw in the tutorial the person was using a VIA VT...... and i was wondering if i have to buy that too of if i can just plug my sata to my computer and use a external power to power up the dvd drive(i bough a special power outlet for that)

[Hackedit]

Yes you will need a SATA controller. whether or not the one on your mobo is compatible idk you can always try it before you go buy the other one though.

[douncheez]

How would i know if its compatible??

[Hackedit]

Im not sure if there is a list of compatible sata controllers anywhere, but the only thing i would suggest is trial and error.

[commando_lee]

How would i know if its compatible??

Just like hack said its a case of trying if it works it works if not the best advice i can give you is get a via6421 pci sata card

[Hackedit]

Thats exactly what i did. I have 3 pcs at my house all with onboard sata. i tried 2 of them to no avail and then went to order my via card. got impatient tried my 3rd system and whutta ya know it flashed but oh well now i have the card for whenever plus its easier to get to then the onboards.