SpeedCrazy Posted September 30, 2011 Posted September 30, 2011 I am looking at an intel atom server build for keeping network backups of all important files on our network. We have had a lot of hdd problems recently and so this seemed like a good thing to look into. Also it would make file sharing easier. So my goals are: Low price. Low power consumption; hence the atom. Small. Stable, for 24/7 use. What i have found so far is as follows: Intel Atom D525mobo/cpu combo. $75 13w TDP. (i wanted a Z530P but i could not find one, it has a 2.2w TDP ) Crucial Crucial 2GB 204-Pin DDR3 SO-DIMM DDR3 1066 (PC3 8500) Laptop Memory Model CT25664BC1067$13 or maybe the 4GB one for $25(both good deals) WD Caviar Green 1TB $56 with coupon code if i order before the third $49 I have loads of old cases that will either fit or be made to fit an mitx board. As for PSU i have an ASTEC 300w, a foxconn 25w, and a dell 200w so i think im covered. If you dont think so please recommend something. I plan to run some form of linux on this box. and probably have it fold whilst idle as it will be on 24/7. So, ideas, comments, criticisms? Thanks, Speed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpeedCrazy Posted September 30, 2011 Posted September 30, 2011 Scrap that, the master of funds vetoed it.................. ah well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waco Posted September 30, 2011 Posted September 30, 2011 Scrap that, the master of funds vetoed it.................. ah well. If you go with this in the future there are a lot of PSUs that are far more efficient than a full ATX PSU. PicoPSU is the brand I've used before for small projects. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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