brandonb1987
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So I want to build a freenas storage system for my home. I want to build a future proof system that I won't have to replace all the hardware in a couple years. I want to just add storage every X years when I need more. I'm looking at the Norco RPC-4224 as a case as it will provide with many years of open storage additions (HDD's) so thats what I'm thinking of for case wise. Only problem is the backplanes which I read here and there don't do well as the QC for Norco is sub-par at best. So 20-24 drive enclosure is my aim (preferably without backplanes if possible as that will be one less thing to potentially die and be irreplacable for the cheap).
My plan to have optimal speed and reliability is put in 3 IBM M1015 (flashed to IT mode) in to control the drives (start with one and add when needed). I will also put in 8 3TB WD Red drives in 1 RaidZ2 array to start and every time add another card with another 8 WD Red in another RaidZ2 array
As far as Mobo, CPU and RAM I'm a bit stumped as I need a Mobo that has 3 x8 slots that are true x8. I have 2 Mobo in mind along with their CPU and RAM but the question is, is it worth getting a server class Mobo with ECC Ram, or is it really worth server class with ECC. ECC is a feature I would like but if its really not worth it based on this ideal design then I can do without.
What are your thoughts/inputs/tips? I'm really just insterested in building something future proof, as when I build the systems that I do I build them to last as long as I can. (My gaming rig is still running to this day and is still able to run most games great for being a 10 year old system). Money isn't an issue as I want to build to last
My plan to have optimal speed and reliability is put in 3 IBM M1015 (flashed to IT mode) in to control the drives (start with one and add when needed). I will also put in 8 3TB WD Red drives in 1 RaidZ2 array to start and every time add another card with another 8 WD Red in another RaidZ2 array
As far as Mobo, CPU and RAM I'm a bit stumped as I need a Mobo that has 3 x8 slots that are true x8. I have 2 Mobo in mind along with their CPU and RAM but the question is, is it worth getting a server class Mobo with ECC Ram, or is it really worth server class with ECC. ECC is a feature I would like but if its really not worth it based on this ideal design then I can do without.
What are your thoughts/inputs/tips? I'm really just insterested in building something future proof, as when I build the systems that I do I build them to last as long as I can. (My gaming rig is still running to this day and is still able to run most games great for being a 10 year old system). Money isn't an issue as I want to build to last