Outie Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 Hey guys building a HOME SERVER to run as a file server and a security monitor for my house. The specs I have so far are in my sig but was wondering how much power the system will need. I have a Seasonic S-12 380w PSU currently on another system I am not using and was wondering if this will power the system. I will not be doing any overclocking on this system. Sorry if info is vauge kinda sick atm and memory is going lol. Outie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outie Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 On another thought should I even go with my NF3 board or should I get an NF4 Ultra D with an Opteron proc? If the NF3 is 380W powerful enough? Also there will be at around 5 120mm case fans Outie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
learners permit Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 Not a chance with all that hardware. If I were considering constructing a behemoth of that nature I would think 600 watts and multiple 12V. rails such as the psu I'm using or something from OCZ in the 600 watt range. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outie Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 Ok i figured as much what do you think of this one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?...N82E16817104155 or will I need to go over the 600watt range? Outie Also on the question with the NF4 or NF3 for file server and home security system, is there a reason to use the NF4 over the NF3? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
unleashed Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 Why would you want to use a performance oriented board for something that will hold 2.7 terabytes of data. I would most certainly look to Tyan or Supermicro. Especially when you are talking a home security system. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outie Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 I figured that I was trying to recycle some hardware. Any board specific you can recomend? Thanks. Also for my purpose should I even be looking at socket 939 cpu's or looking towards something else? Here is the hardware I have amassed so far: http://www.aacovers.com/images/outie/index.php Outie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
unleashed Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 http://www.tyan.com/products/html/tomcatk8e.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
learners permit Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 I believe that several of the the moderators here use their old NF3 rigs as file servers. For reliability over the long haul I would go with a 600 watt supply your config would be taxxing on that 520 with all the fans that your gonna need in that box. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
unleashed Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 Alot of DFI LanParties come the moderators way as well. If you have them use them. If you are building a dedicated machine with a goal in mind choose parts around that goal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
smolt Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Outie Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 I agree. I am interested in build a reliable system and only need the basics for the machine. Unleashed if you dont mind me asking why do you suggest that board? Thanks Outie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
unleashed Posted January 8, 2006 Posted January 8, 2006 I recommend that board because paired with a dual core opty it performs as well as my dual xeon nacona machine for quite abit less money. I used that board in a build for a friend and of course I had to test it out so I could be dissapointed in my own choice of build. If you move into an DFI NF4 the CPU, Vid card, etc can be used to upgrade the server. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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