I just found out that I have access to some memory and a some processors that could be used in two needed FreeNAS servers. I have read quite a few helpful posts and very beneficial documents concerning FreeNAS configurations. In spite of this it is still somewhat hard for me to identify the components that are appropriate and compatible to get this done both correctly and cost effectively.
The goal is to create two FreeNAS servers, one will be to store backup files via a CIFS share, the other to provide iSCSI and CIFS shares.
Would like to be able to reuse:
1. Memory - 8GB sticks Samsung 2Rx4 PC3l - 10600R - 09 - 10 - E1 - P1 DDR3 Registered RAM (they were included with HP Blade server, BL490c G7). Would like each server to be able to hold about 16 sticks of 8 GB memory (128 GB).
2. Processors - Intel Xeon 6 core 2.66GHz/1333/12M, HP # 594884-001, would like the option to use either 1 or 2 processors per server.
Rack Mount Chassis: Needs to be able to ultimately hold 12, 3.5", up to 10 GB drives. Redundant power supplies preferred. Prefer used equipment from Supermicro or Dell. Need to try to keep the cost reasonable.
Advise requested:
1. Is this feasible?
2. What chassis, motherboard, and HBA would you recommend?
The goal is to create two FreeNAS servers, one will be to store backup files via a CIFS share, the other to provide iSCSI and CIFS shares.
Would like to be able to reuse:
1. Memory - 8GB sticks Samsung 2Rx4 PC3l - 10600R - 09 - 10 - E1 - P1 DDR3 Registered RAM (they were included with HP Blade server, BL490c G7). Would like each server to be able to hold about 16 sticks of 8 GB memory (128 GB).
2. Processors - Intel Xeon 6 core 2.66GHz/1333/12M, HP # 594884-001, would like the option to use either 1 or 2 processors per server.
Rack Mount Chassis: Needs to be able to ultimately hold 12, 3.5", up to 10 GB drives. Redundant power supplies preferred. Prefer used equipment from Supermicro or Dell. Need to try to keep the cost reasonable.
Advise requested:
1. Is this feasible?
2. What chassis, motherboard, and HBA would you recommend?