USFF Server Questions

[Metrix]

Hi all,

I'm currently looking to consolidate a few of my Raspberry Pi's into one server specifically I'm looking to run a few docker containers such as a personal VPN, Pi-Hole and torrent box with the possibility of home automation in the future.

I've been looking at HP & Lenovo USFF boxes but I'm unsure what the best specs are to look for - I've found a pretty good deal on a Dell Optiplex 3060 running an i5-8500T with 8GB RAM and SSD. Would this be too much or not enough?

Any help or suggestions you can provide would be greatly appreciated.

 

[skyripper]

Will be fine. I've managed to use one of these to replicate a full stack ERP system running Oracle, middleware, web server etc.

It has 2 m.2 slots, though they are pcie gen 3, that's still fast enough for virtualization and docker images.

 

[Armageus]

I've found a pretty good deal on a Dell Optiplex 3060 running an i5-8500T with 8GB RAM and SSD. Would this be too much or not enough?

8500T is fine - it's got 6 cores and is a decent balance of power Vs performance. 8gb ram is on the low side, but easily upgraded (and most of these mini pcs take 32gb, with some taking 64gb)