Lighting for a 30 gal reef?

[aarond21]

My name is Aaron. Im in the process of setting up a 29 gal reef tank. I have had a few FOWLR tanks. Ive found a Metal Halide light. Do I need one for my tank? Is it beneficial to have one? The length of the aquarium is 30"L x 12 1/2"W x 18"H. The light in question are 11"L x 9"W x 4"H. They are Sunlight Supply Reef Optix 3 HQI Metal Halide Fixture for $127. Is that good enough? Also is there any other equipment I need?

Please help,

Aaron

Link to the light:

http://www.tbaquatics.com/shop/sunlight-supply-reef-optix-3-hqi-metal-halide-fixture-438.html?zenid=e419875090c53ba0933215bfa2a703d6

[natewils]

I think a clip on pendent would be pretty cool on a tank this size. I like the modern look of them.