Hello all,
Firstly, if this is in the wrong section could a DON move it to the correct section?
I'm thinking of building a server-type system that will be running debian 6, The server will be running 24/7 so low power and good efficiency is a must also need it to be pretty silent.
Although I could use something like freeNAS, I feel using debian gives me more capability of doing a lot more tasks if I ever need to. As it has a lot of software packages. Also I’ve only used debian and even then, I'm no expert by any means.
The server will be doing the following:
File server for all computers in my house.
Sharing media to all Xbox 360's in my house, So family members can watch stuff via xbox360-tv.
usenet downloader running SABnzbd. (Must be capable converting .mkv to other formats)
Teamspeak 3 Server.
Maybe a few other things.
I have a couple of options,
Option 1: I have the following pc parts lying around doing nothing, so I could use these and just buy a sata pci card. But I’m not sure it will be capable for my needs also not sure if it uses too much power, and it isn’t really silent.
CPU: Intel Pentium 4, 2.40GHz (Socket 478)
Motherboard: Soltek SL-85ERV2
Ram: 1x 512mb , 1x 256mb
Option 2: Buy all new parts cheap as possible (Would consider MM if good condition) would need raid support, although if I’m correct debian supports software raid?
CPU: ?? (Been looking at the Intel Atom Dual-Cores)
Motherboard: ?? (Been looking at the Intel Atom Dual-Cores)
Ram: Corsair Dominator 4GB DDR3 1600MHz (Hopefully)
Hard Drives: 2x Western Digital Caviar Black 500gb(Already have) Will be adding more at a later date for more storage space.
Case: Antec 300 , Fractal Design R3 or small HTPC case
PSU: ?? (I've seen a Seasonic 430w going cheap on MM)
Although if I do go option 2, I have some spare Corsair Dominator 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600MHz lying around I might be able to use?
I also have an antec 300 that’s not being used and a Fractal Design R3 that I might be able to use also. But I’m also considering a small HTPC case like the Silverstone LC17(Will have to buy)
What option do you think will be best for my needs, Also if its Option 2 do you have any recommendations regarding parts?
I've seen the HP Microserver cashback deal, But I’m not sure about that one maybe buying parts separate(Could be from MM) would be the better option.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Firstly, if this is in the wrong section could a DON move it to the correct section?
I'm thinking of building a server-type system that will be running debian 6, The server will be running 24/7 so low power and good efficiency is a must also need it to be pretty silent.
Although I could use something like freeNAS, I feel using debian gives me more capability of doing a lot more tasks if I ever need to. As it has a lot of software packages. Also I’ve only used debian and even then, I'm no expert by any means.
The server will be doing the following:
File server for all computers in my house.
Sharing media to all Xbox 360's in my house, So family members can watch stuff via xbox360-tv.
usenet downloader running SABnzbd. (Must be capable converting .mkv to other formats)
Teamspeak 3 Server.
Maybe a few other things.
I have a couple of options,
Option 1: I have the following pc parts lying around doing nothing, so I could use these and just buy a sata pci card. But I’m not sure it will be capable for my needs also not sure if it uses too much power, and it isn’t really silent.
CPU: Intel Pentium 4, 2.40GHz (Socket 478)
Motherboard: Soltek SL-85ERV2
Ram: 1x 512mb , 1x 256mb
Option 2: Buy all new parts cheap as possible (Would consider MM if good condition) would need raid support, although if I’m correct debian supports software raid?
CPU: ?? (Been looking at the Intel Atom Dual-Cores)
Motherboard: ?? (Been looking at the Intel Atom Dual-Cores)
Ram: Corsair Dominator 4GB DDR3 1600MHz (Hopefully)
Hard Drives: 2x Western Digital Caviar Black 500gb(Already have) Will be adding more at a later date for more storage space.
Case: Antec 300 , Fractal Design R3 or small HTPC case
PSU: ?? (I've seen a Seasonic 430w going cheap on MM)
Although if I do go option 2, I have some spare Corsair Dominator 4GB (2x2GB) DDR3 1600MHz lying around I might be able to use?
I also have an antec 300 that’s not being used and a Fractal Design R3 that I might be able to use also. But I’m also considering a small HTPC case like the Silverstone LC17(Will have to buy)
What option do you think will be best for my needs, Also if its Option 2 do you have any recommendations regarding parts?
I've seen the HP Microserver cashback deal, But I’m not sure about that one maybe buying parts separate(Could be from MM) would be the better option.
Thanks in advance for any help!
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