Need some advice on processor and power supply

[icsy7867]

Hey guys,

Thought I would toss across my dilemma a bit.

I am getting very close to ordering parts, and I am trying to make a server for home use using the Xeon D platform in a Fractal Node 304. I am going to be making a second almost identical box to replace my ESXi server. Currently both boxes are just a frankenstein of parts. They have served me well but it is time to upgrade.

First, I believe I want to use the 6 core Xeon-D version, but I am thinking this might be overkill. I will be running Plex, about 7 other Jails, and I am hoping for 2-3 VM's on the new BHYVE interface. (Primarily a redundant AD Server and possibly an Ubuntu VM for crashplan).

https://www.superbiiz.com/desc.php?name=MB-X10D6C
(Sorry amazon and newegg does not have the correct part)
Alternatively I could go for a similar quad-core ASRock version:
https://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813599024
Unfortunately Supermicro does not make a D-1521 with the fan.

Now the issue is, I have read that I will pretty much NEED a modular power supply for the Node 304 case, because of how small it is. But I have done the calculations, and this build is going to be so low voltage that I am having difficulties finding a correct powersupply for this. I am thinking that:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008XEYT5M
Is going to be my best bet, even though 360W will probably be more than I will need. I was just curious if anyone out there knew something that I didnt.

Also just in case anyone is curious here is my current list:
Fractal Node 304 Case
X10SDV-6C+-TLN4F-O
6x WD Red 3TB (RaidZ2)
1x 500GB Samsung 860 Evo M.2 (For VMs and possibly Jails)
Seasonic 360W 80PLUS Gold

 

[MatthewSteinhoff]

If you can find a low-wattage power supply, great. If not, I don't see a problem going larger.

Power supplies have become very efficient even at a fraction of their rated capacity. When I built my a FreeNAS for my house, I chose a higher quality, higher efficiency, modular power supply that was too high of capacity (550 watts) because I couldn't find a lower capacity model (200 watts) that met all those other requirements. One advantage of a power supply running well below its rated capacity is that the supply's fan might not even turn on.

Cheers,
Matt

 

[Jailer]

Those parts look fine for your build.

 

[Stux]

I've just used a Corsair RM550x in my Node 304/x10sdv build.

Replaced the 92mm case fans with Noctua ones so I had more cooling oomph, quieter and controllable.

I'd suggest using a 60mm Noctua on the CPU if no built in fan as the supermicro active fan is obnoxious when running at full speed, and very hard to replace.

 

[icsy7867]

thanks for the replies!

I feel a little bit better about going so far over the wattage I need. The 450 Seasonic or Corsair looks like it will work fine.

I actually went out of m way a bit to get the X10SDV-6c+ version that comes with a fan. Hopefully I wont regret that decision! I found the board with a $15 off coupon for $609.00. I guess I can look into upgrading the CPU fan if it is too loud.