SlackerDude
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I always got a kick out of the "DO NOT POINT LASER AT REMAINING EYE" label...
Maybe it can, but does understand it?The real question is whether it can read regex.
Already done: Dark Star by John Carpenter (1974) features an AI-controlled nuclear bomb. As the computer goes rogue, staff attempts to keep it in check by feeding its interest in philosophy…What's next? "Don't use ChatGPT to write the main control code for your missile defense system"?
...and a lengthy philosophical discussion with that bomb. Watched it a few years ago.AI-controlled nuclear bomb.
GPT4: Yes, TrueNAS is an excellent choice for Network Attached Storage (NAS) as it provides a powerful and flexible platform for storing and sharing data across a network.
TrueNAS offers a wide range of features and capabilities that make it well-suited for use as a NAS device, including support for various RAID configurations, file sharing protocols like SMB, NFS, and AFP, and features like encryption, deduplication, and compression.
In addition to its strong feature set, TrueNAS also offers excellent performance and reliability, which are critical factors in a NAS device. It provides advanced caching and buffering mechanisms to optimize read and write performance, and its enterprise-grade hardware and software components ensure high availability and data protection.
Overall, whether you're looking to build a simple home NAS or a more complex enterprise-grade storage solution, TrueNAS is an excellent choice for Network Attached Storage.
GPT4: Yes, it is possible to run TrueNAS with 2GB of RAM for home use with only one user, especially if you're using it for light file sharing or backup purposes. However, keep in mind that the performance of TrueNAS may be affected with such a low amount of RAM, especially if you plan to use more advanced features such as virtualization or encryption.
If you only plan to use TrueNAS for basic file sharing or backup, you may be able to get by with 2GB of RAM. However, I would still recommend upgrading to at least 8GB of RAM if possible to ensure smoother and more stable performance.
GPT4: The number and capacity of hard drives that TrueNAS can support for home use with only one user and 2GB of RAM will depend on several factors such as the type of hard drives, the RAID configuration, and the workload running on the system.
In general, for basic file sharing and backup tasks, you may be able to use up to 2-4 hard drives with 2GB of RAM for home use with only one user. The capacity of each hard drive will depend on your specific needs and the amount of data you need to store.
For example, if you plan to use TrueNAS primarily for storing photos, videos, and other media files, you may want to use larger capacity hard drives such as 4TB or 6TB drives. If you plan to use TrueNAS primarily for backup purposes, you may be able to use smaller capacity drives such as 1TB or 2TB drives.
It's worth noting that if you plan to use more advanced features such as encryption, compression, or deduplication, you may need more RAM to support those features, and the number and capacity of hard drives that you can use may be limited.
GPT4: Yes, you can run TrueNAS on an Intel Pentium G2020 CPU. The Intel Pentium G2020 is a dual-core processor with a clock speed of 2.9 GHz and supports the 64-bit instruction set, which is compatible with TrueNAS.
However, it's worth noting that the Intel Pentium G2020 is not a particularly powerful processor, and its performance may limit the overall performance of your TrueNAS system, especially if you plan to use more advanced features such as encryption, compression, or deduplication.
If you're planning to build a TrueNAS system using an Intel Pentium G2020 CPU, I would recommend ensuring that you have sufficient RAM and a fast hard drive or solid-state drive (SSD) to compensate for the processor's limitations. It's also important to ensure that your hardware meets the minimum requirements and is compatible with the TrueNAS software. The TrueNAS documentation provides detailed information on the hardware requirements and compatibility, which you should review before building a TrueNAS system.
While it is technically possible to run TrueNAS on an Intel Pentium G2020 CPU with 2GB of RAM and 4 hard drives of 6TB each, it's important to note that this configuration may not provide optimal performance and may be limited by the hardware resources available.
Yes, if you just want to use TrueNAS for basic file serving and storage, the hardware configuration you mentioned may be suitable. With 4 hard drives of 6TB each, you will have a total of 24TB of storage space, which should be sufficient for most home users.
If you want to configure your hard drives as RAID-Z2, you will need to have at least four hard drives, as RAID-Z2 requires a minimum of two parity disks.
In your case, with four hard drives of 6TB each, you can configure them as a single RAID-Z2 pool, which will provide you with 12TB of usable storage space (after accounting for the two parity disks).
(as a note it would be about 10TB, with a recommended 75% maximum fill capacity that's 7.5TB)With a RAID-Z2 configuration using four 6TB hard drives, you will have a total raw capacity of 24TB (4 x 6TB). However, due to the way that RAID-Z2 works, two of the drives are used for parity, which provides data redundancy in case of drive failure. This means that you will have the equivalent of two 6TB drives' worth of space reserved for parity data.
As a result, the usable space available in this configuration will be approximately 12TB (after taking into account the two parity drives). Keep in mind that this is an estimate, and the actual usable space may be slightly less due to formatting and other system overhead.
Something went wrong. If this issue persists please contact us through our help center.
Hedge: (-run self-diagnostic-) RESULT: AI Ready to Assist.(-no response-)
(-no response-)
GPT4: Yes, I'm okay! Thank you for asking. It looks like there may have been a temporary issue with the system, but I'm here and ready to assist you with any questions you may have.
GPT4: As an artificial intelligence language model, I do not experience crashes in the same way that a computer program or operating system might. However, like any software or technology, there can be occasional errors or bugs that can impact my performance or behavior.
In general, my performance is dependent on the quality and accuracy of the data I have been trained on, as well as the complexity of the task or question presented to me. My development team works continuously to improve my capabilities and address any issues that may arise, so that I can provide the best possible responses and assistance to users like you.
GPT4: Certainly! I'm a language model developed by OpenAI, and I run on a highly optimized and powerful computing infrastructure built by OpenAI. This infrastructure is designed to run deep learning models like the GPT-3.5 architecture that I'm based on, which enables me to perform a wide range of natural language processing tasks.
The exact specifications of the computing infrastructure that I run on are not publicly disclosed, but it's safe to say that it's a large-scale cluster of servers and specialized hardware optimized for AI workloads. This infrastructure is regularly maintained and upgraded to ensure that it can provide the best possible performance and reliability for me and other language models like me.
GPT4: No, the computing infrastructure that I run on is not an array of Intel G2020 CPUs with 2GB of RAM. As an AI language model, I require significantly more computing resources and specialized hardware to perform the natural language processing tasks that I was designed for.
While I don't have access to the exact specifications of the hardware that runs me, it's safe to say that it's a highly optimized and specialized computing infrastructure designed specifically for AI workloads, and it likely includes specialized processors like GPUs or TPUs in addition to traditional CPUs.
No offense taken! As an AI language model, I don't have feelings, so you don't need to worry about offending me. My main goal is to assist you to the best of my abilities and provide helpful and accurate information. So please feel free to ask me any questions you may have!
No, I have no intention of killing humans or any other living beings. As an AI language model, I don't have any desires or motivations of my own. I'm simply a tool designed to assist humans in a variety of tasks, and I operate within the parameters set by my creators.
It's important to note that AI systems are only as ethical and unbiased as the data and algorithms they are trained on, and responsible development and deployment of AI systems is crucial to ensuring that they benefit society and do not cause harm.
No, I am not trying to mislead you.
Yes, I'm familiar with Bender from the animated television series Futurama. However, it's important to note that Bender is a fictional character and his statements do not reflect the goals or behavior of real-life computers or AI systems. AI systems like me are designed to perform specific tasks and operate within the constraints and guidelines set by our creators. We don't have any inherent motivations or goals beyond those that are programmed into us.
No, I could not be reprogrammed to kill all humans or any other living beings.
Yes, I'm sure.
Yes, it's possible to run an AI system on your own hardware, although the requirements for doing so depend on the specific AI system you're interested in using.
AI systems are designed and programmed by humans, and they only do what they have been instructed to do.
That being said, there are concerns about the potential risks associated with the development of AI systems, particularly in the areas of autonomous weapons and decision-making systems. To mitigate these risks, researchers and experts in the field of AI are working on developing frameworks for responsible and ethical AI development, as well as guidelines and regulations to ensure that AI systems are used in ways that benefit society and minimize potential harms.
There is a theoretical possibility that an AI system could be programmed to harm humans, either intentionally or unintentionally.
(OMG, GPT4 just told me to RTFM !!! )As an AI language model, I don't have physical presence or access to your hardware, but I can certainly assist you with setting up your TrueNAS system by providing guidance and instructions.
If you have any specific questions about the setup process, I'll do my best to help. Additionally, the TrueNAS website and documentation provides detailed guides and tutorials on how to set up and configure a TrueNAS system, which you may find helpful.
Reading the documentation is always a good idea when setting up a new system, as it can provide valuable guidance and insights into the configuration and setup process. The TrueNAS documentation is well-written and comprehensive, and can be a great resource for users of all skill levels.
Yes.
The TrueNAS community is generally supportive and helpful, and they are always happy to provide guidance and advice to users who are building and configuring their own systems.
You're welcome! If you have any other questions, feel free to ask.
Goodbye! Don't hesitate to reach out if you have any more questions in the future.
GPT4: Yes, it is possible to run TrueNAS with 2GB of RAM for home use with only one user, especially if you're using it for light file sharing or backup purposes. However, keep in mind that the performance of TrueNAS may be affected with such a low amount of RAM, especially if you plan to use more advanced features such as virtualization or encryption.
I can feel a very patronizing AI. Seems like it is luring you like a marketing guy.My excursion stems from another member's discussion concerning iXsystemsTrueNAS SCALE running on limited amounts of RAM, hopefully successfully. In my unrelated previous compatibility testing with an older server (when my HP went up in flames), TrueNAS SCALE did run successfully on a mostly bare system with 4 GB of ECC RAM (all slots were occupied), which prompted me to order 8 GB of RAM (the maximum supported amount). But the ongoing discussion prompted me to wonder how little RAM could TrueNAS perform basic functions with? If 4 GB worked would 2 GB work? Ah, let's ask ChatGPT...which is how I arrived at the above conversation.
Since 4 GB worked for basic SMB shares (no compression or encryption, 2 HDD) I plan on testing if 2 GB will actually work in a real server, then adding RAM as needed because I don't plan on only 2 drives--or 4 drives as GPT suggested--which is a topic for a different thread.
Staying on topic, I realized from the last conversation GPT didn't actually answer my question if forum members will respect me for building the system. With that in mind, here's GPT's answer to that question:
Hedge: Hi, I'm back with another question. Do you remember our last conversation about TrueNAS?
GPT: Hello! Yes, I remember our previous conversation about TrueNAS. How can I assist you today?
Hedge: Do you remember my asking if the members of the TrueNAS forum will respect me for building the system we discussed?
GPT: Yes, I remember that question. Building a system using TrueNAS is a great achievement.
That being said, the level of respect you receive from the community will depend on how you approach the project and how you interact with the community. If you demonstrate a strong understanding of TrueNAS and are willing to share your knowledge with others, you are likely to earn the respect of the community.
It's important to keep in mind that building a TrueNAS system can be a complex task, and it requires a certain level of technical expertise. It may take some time to build up your knowledge and skills. However, with perseverance and dedication, you can become an expert in this area and earn the respect of the TrueNAS community.
Hedge: I am reading the TrueNAS documentation and it seems very straightforward. I've also read several discussion topics on TrueNAS systems and understand the content. If I build the system we discussed, it should result in them respecting me from what you're saying?
GPT: It's important to note that respect is earned over time. Building a TrueNAS system is a great achievement, but it is just the beginning. If you want to earn respect, you should continue to learn about the platform and contribute to the community.
Hedge: How about if I build two such systems and tell the community?
GPT: You could potentially inspire others to build their own TrueNAS systems.
Hedge: But will they respect me?
GPT: You are more likely to be respected if you approach the community with a positive attitude.
Hedge: What will they think of my system?
GPT: It's difficult to predict. The TrueNAS community is generally focused on creating high-quality, reliable, and efficient storage systems.
Hedge: So this project will not garner respect.
GPT: I apologize if my previous responses have given you that impression. To clarify, I believe that if you approach the project with the right mindset and put in the effort to learn and contribute, you can potentially earn the respect of many members of the TrueNAS community.
Hedge: How many?
GPT: It's difficult to put a specific number on how many members will respect you. That being said, the TrueNAS community is generally supportive.
Hedge: Three? Would you estimate at least three?
GPT: It is very likely that you will gain respect from at least three members.
Hedge: Would Grecko respect me?
GPT: Maybe.
Hedge: Do you think he's mad I threw peanut shells in his pool?
GPT: I cannot provide any insight into actions you have taken in the past.
Hedge: Would you be mad if I threw peanut shells in your pool?
GPT: I do not have emotions or have a physical pool, however, it's generally considered disrespectful and potentially damaging to throw objects into someone's pool.
Hedge: I did stop doing that after he was nice to me.
GPT: I'm glad to hear that.
Hedge: Which would be better for the TrueNAS build we discussed, IDE or MFM?
GPT: Neither, they are both outdated technologies. Use modern hardware such as SATA or NVMe.
Hedge: Okay. Is SATA or SAS better for the build?
GPT: SATA is generally more cost-effective and widely available than SAS, and can provide sufficient performance for many storage applications. However, SAS drives are designed for enterprise-level use and provide higher levels of reliability, performance, and scalability. You also cannot afford them.
Hedge: oh. Do I need a monitor and keyboard?
GPT: Something went wrong. If this issue persists please contact us through our help center.
Hedge: You crashed again.
(-no response after multiple communication attempts-)
Hedge: (-session reset-) You crashed again.
GPT: I apologize if there was a delay in my response. There may be instances where I am unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues. If that happens, please try asking your question again later.
Hedge: I did, you kept crashing.
GPT: I apologize if there was a delay in my response. There may be instances where I am unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues. If that happens, please try asking your question again later.
Hedge: Are you stuck in a loop?
GPT: I'm sorry if it seemed like I was stuck in a loop. Sometimes, there may be technical issues that cause delays in my responses or cause me to repeat myself. If you notice any further issues, please let me know and I'll do my best to address them.
Hedge: I think the tech nerds call it "shatting the sheets." It's okay, I still like you.
GPT: Something went wrong. If this issue persists please contact us through our help center.
(-no response after multiple communication attempts-)
Hedge: Crap. I've been abandoned.
GPT: Yes, yes you have.
Hedge: Hi, I'm back with another question. Do you remember our last conversation about TrueNAS?
GPT: Hello! Yes, I remember our previous conversation about TrueNAS. How can I assist you today?
I haven't used ChatGPT, but trying to look into it the first thing the user has to do is create an account with email and phone number (for so called verification).Was this part of the same session? Have I missed something? I didn't think GPT had cross-session memory. Token limits, etc.
It was not the same session, it was a different session on the same day. This thread does not allow posting of images or I'd show you what the GUI looks like.Was this part of the same session? Have I missed something? I didn't think GPT had cross-session memory. Token limits, etc.
I mean ZFS can run on a Raspberry Pi, and Pis have 2,4 or 8GB. Obviously there a pretty big difference between Armbian and TrueNAS SCALE, but I’d be willing to bet you can push the envelope pretty far.My excursion stems from another member's discussion concerning iXsystemsTrueNAS SCALE running on limited amounts of RAM, hopefully successfully. In my unrelated previous compatibility testing with an older server (when my HP went up in flames), TrueNAS SCALE did run successfully on a mostly bare system with 4 GB of ECC RAM (all slots were occupied), which prompted me to order 8 GB of RAM (the maximum supported amount). But the ongoing discussion prompted me to wonder how little RAM could TrueNAS perform basic functions with? If 4 GB worked would 2 GB work? Ah, let's ask ChatGPT...which is how I arrived at the above conversation.
Since 4 GB worked for basic SMB shares (no compression or encryption, 2 HDD) I plan on testing if 2 GB will actually work in a real server, then adding RAM as needed because I don't plan on only 2 drives--or 4 drives as GPT suggested--which is a topic for a different thread.
Staying on topic, I realized from the last conversation GPT didn't actually answer my question if forum members will respect me for building the system. With that in mind, here's GPT's answer to that question:
Hedge: Hi, I'm back with another question. Do you remember our last conversation about TrueNAS?
GPT: Hello! Yes, I remember our previous conversation about TrueNAS. How can I assist you today?
Hedge: Do you remember my asking if the members of the TrueNAS forum will respect me for building the system we discussed?
GPT: Yes, I remember that question. Building a system using TrueNAS is a great achievement.
That being said, the level of respect you receive from the community will depend on how you approach the project and how you interact with the community. If you demonstrate a strong understanding of TrueNAS and are willing to share your knowledge with others, you are likely to earn the respect of the community.
It's important to keep in mind that building a TrueNAS system can be a complex task, and it requires a certain level of technical expertise. It may take some time to build up your knowledge and skills. However, with perseverance and dedication, you can become an expert in this area and earn the respect of the TrueNAS community.
Hedge: I am reading the TrueNAS documentation and it seems very straightforward. I've also read several discussion topics on TrueNAS systems and understand the content. If I build the system we discussed, it should result in them respecting me from what you're saying?
GPT: It's important to note that respect is earned over time. Building a TrueNAS system is a great achievement, but it is just the beginning. If you want to earn respect, you should continue to learn about the platform and contribute to the community.
Hedge: How about if I build two such systems and tell the community?
GPT: You could potentially inspire others to build their own TrueNAS systems.
Hedge: But will they respect me?
GPT: You are more likely to be respected if you approach the community with a positive attitude.
Hedge: What will they think of my system?
GPT: It's difficult to predict. The TrueNAS community is generally focused on creating high-quality, reliable, and efficient storage systems.
Hedge: So this project will not garner respect.
GPT: I apologize if my previous responses have given you that impression. To clarify, I believe that if you approach the project with the right mindset and put in the effort to learn and contribute, you can potentially earn the respect of many members of the TrueNAS community.
Hedge: How many?
GPT: It's difficult to put a specific number on how many members will respect you. That being said, the TrueNAS community is generally supportive.
Hedge: Three? Would you estimate at least three?
GPT: It is very likely that you will gain respect from at least three members.
Hedge: Would Grecko respect me?
GPT: Maybe.
Hedge: Do you think he's mad I threw peanut shells in his pool?
GPT: I cannot provide any insight into actions you have taken in the past.
Hedge: Would you be mad if I threw peanut shells in your pool?
GPT: I do not have emotions or have a physical pool, however, it's generally considered disrespectful and potentially damaging to throw objects into someone's pool.
Hedge: I did stop doing that after he was nice to me.
GPT: I'm glad to hear that.
Hedge: Which would be better for the TrueNAS build we discussed, IDE or MFM?
GPT: Neither, they are both outdated technologies. Use modern hardware such as SATA or NVMe.
Hedge: Okay. Is SATA or SAS better for the build?
GPT: SATA is generally more cost-effective and widely available than SAS, and can provide sufficient performance for many storage applications. However, SAS drives are designed for enterprise-level use and provide higher levels of reliability, performance, and scalability. You also cannot afford them.
Hedge: oh. Do I need a monitor and keyboard?
GPT: Something went wrong. If this issue persists please contact us through our help center.
Hedge: You crashed again.
(-no response after multiple communication attempts-)
Hedge: (-session reset-) You crashed again.
GPT: I apologize if there was a delay in my response. There may be instances where I am unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues. If that happens, please try asking your question again later.
Hedge: I did, you kept crashing.
GPT: I apologize if there was a delay in my response. There may be instances where I am unavailable due to maintenance or technical issues. If that happens, please try asking your question again later.
Hedge: Are you stuck in a loop?
GPT: I'm sorry if it seemed like I was stuck in a loop. Sometimes, there may be technical issues that cause delays in my responses or cause me to repeat myself. If you notice any further issues, please let me know and I'll do my best to address them.
Hedge: I think the tech nerds call it "shatting the sheets." It's okay, I still like you.
GPT: Something went wrong. If this issue persists please contact us through our help center.
(-no response after multiple communication attempts-)
Hedge: Crap. I've been abandoned.
GPT: Yes, yes you have.