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General Forums => Hardware and Software => Topic started by: Nilsen on February 20, 2004, 03:36:22 AM

Title: Server Q
Post by: Nilsen on February 20, 2004, 03:36:22 AM
Gonna build me a server for work.

I need to have 4x250gb disks in it and id like em to be SATA.

It needs to have a reliable powersupply for 24/7 operation.

It needs a DVD burner.

Operating system is an open question yet but it should be free :D

It needs gigabit ethernet.

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Basicly its gonna be used for storing lots of data and share that data with 3-4 other computers running OSX and winXP via gigabit ethernet. It does not need any fancy stuff but the cabinet should be roomy enough for those 4 drives and good airflow. Dont think cpu power is that important for this kinda work.

Need tips on good 250gb sata disks, a mobo with 4 sata controllers and buildt in graphics, cpu, mem, operating system (like freeBSD etc.) and cabinet.

Is it possible to get this for 1000 to 1500 USD ?