NAS/Plex Server setup

[rubberduck]

Wasn't sure where to post this but decided to take a punt here as I know many will have experience with what I plan to implement.

I plan to buy a HP microserver to act as a plex and torrent client along with NAS storage. I want to use the NAS to store pictures, videos etc and my hope I that I can access these over the internet via a VPN. I hope to be able to achieve a single 1080p stream when using plex over the internet. Furthermore, I'd like to be able to log in to the server using my windows phone over the internet and use a remote desktop to start a torrent downloading (for example). I would like to run the server headless but can have it plugged in to a nearby tv while setting it up. Other information is that I will be running the server on Win 7 and my internet connection is provided by a BT homehub

So, a few questions. Does this sound a reasonable setup for what I wish to achieve? Can anyone offer any pointers or advice if they have a similar setup. My knowledge of networks is only slightly above that of the layperson so if anyone can recommend some guides or background reading that'd be great.

Thanks

 

[rubberduck]

It will only be 1 user on the plex server at any one time and it will likely be streaming to a phone or tablet device.

 

[rubberduck]

This is what I'm doing. I have a small NAS and when I upgrade my main rig the 3570/ITX board are going into an HTPC/Media server

OP - do you have a main rig yo can ru Plex from? If not is an HTPC a more flexible, useful solution? I'm sure you could use a remote desktop on that too?

This is all my subjective analysis though.

Yes I have a main rig but I don't want that left on 24/7. The idea of the microserver is that it can take care of all my plex/NAS/torrent needs while being left on 24/7 sat next to the homehub with minimal power usage.