raidz2 = half disk space available???

[Dean Collins]

It's not silly when you consider the design decisions when ZFS was made. ZFS was intended for enterprise class solutions. It wasn't intended for home use, so it has some limitations that can drive home users crazy. But, if you know about the limitations going in then its not a big problem. It tests your ability to plan ahead.

That's why I created my presentation in the noobie section to discuss those limitations. Got tired of the complaints and people that didn't figure this stuff out until they did things they shouldn't do(like add single disks) and then get even more upset because they lost their pool.

I saw your ppt and appreciate the effort that was put into it so thanks.