Setting up a database server

I am wanting to setup a SUSE Linux / MySQL database server. I am hoping to get some input from others who have done something similar. This will be a computer dedicated to running the MySQL program. I am interested in: 1. What is the best RAID solution. a. PCI RAID Card b. RAID Subsystem connected to a SCSI controller in the server 2. A guide or "How To" for best configuring SUSE Linux for this type of application 3. Any other "helpful hints" anyone has for doing this. I did post a message on the MySQL mailing list a few weeks back, but I never received any real feedback. Thanks for any help. Darrell