LSI 9211-8i versus LSI 9260-8i versus Areca 1231ML-2G

[mbreslin]

I just think it's a crappy way to do business.

I see crucial has put the firmware update back on their site so I guess I'll order the silly key and do the firmware flashing+new array all at once.

@GullLars: You've hurt my ego when pricing my array, can you please tell me where I can purchase 8 256gb c300s and a 9260 for anywhere in the ballpark of 3000$? If this was even possible I'd buy another 8 just to have 16 drives ready for one of the 1880s.

edit: Best place to order from in the states? LSI directly or?