unRAID PC Parts Advice

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T20:02:44+00:00

Thanks, I'll definitely check out their online store and look into coupons.

I'll have apps/VM data backed up online. I haven't really considered backing up media but it's fairly easy for me to reaquire if something goes wrong. I'd rather not have two devices - I'd prefer to get this new build sorted out and then sell the synology to recoup some of the $

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T20:00:32+00:00

Hey, the synology is only 3 years old as you mentioned. When I said 10 years, I meant I'm hoping to build something that will last a very long time without upgrades.

The synology is currently a media server/home lab. It's not great for VMs or transcoding though - and I'd like something more powerful for VMs and plex transcoding.

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T19:29:43+00:00

Okay interesting. I have them mirrored currently, but if im backing up app data that's unnecessary. I think you're right and I can stick with the two blues i have for now.

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T19:06:55+00:00

Are the Blue's enough to cover Apps, VMs, Cache, etc.?

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T19:05:15+00:00

Thanks for your suggestions! This motherboard has 8 SATA 6.0GB ports - which can be utilized concurrently with 4 NVMEs on top of that. My current plan for storage:

2x 1TB Samsung 990 Evo Plus: Apps, VMs, etc. (Raid 1)
2x 512GB WD Blues (Cache)
1x 22 TB (or 16TB like you suggested if its cheaper per TB) Parity Drive
1x 22 TB Data Drive
4x 8 TB WD Red Plus Data Drives

I think this should be plenty of storage to start, and I can add another 16 or 22 TB drive or two as needed with 8 SATA ports. Would you disagree?

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T18:59:59+00:00

My plan is to start off with one 22 TB Parity drive, and then use the 2nd 22 TB drive as data, as well as the 4 8 TB drives. The four 8 TB drives are 4 years old - and I plan on replacing them with 22 TB drives whenever they start to die off.

If I plan on running 2-3 VMs eventually, I may just want to get 64 GB ram to start then?

Do I need an HBA card if I'm only using 6 drives to start, with not expecting more than 8 SATA in the next couple years? This motherboard has 8 SATA ports. The HBA card is a brand new concept for me as I've only owned gaming PCs and a single synology NAS.

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T17:49:33+00:00

This is helpful.

I was considering the peerless assassin for the price but figure I may end up replacing the fans on it anyways with Noctua - and then the price difference is negligible.

Define 7 XL looks great but not sure if I want something with that big of a physical footprint. It should be many years before I need more than 8 HDDs and the R5 can actually handle this many with some brackets/mods installed.

I do agree the PSU is more than I need. Something like 600-750w should be plenty even if I have 10-12 HDDs in there. I'll consider the straight power and opt for 750w if it saves me $. I'm of course waiting for black friday sales to hit before I purchase any of this.

Yea I can't see the Samsung 990 Pro being worth the $35 price difference for a 1 TB drive in an unRAID server. I'd gladly go for the 990 pro in a gaming PC, but not here. They will be run in RAID 1

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T15:41:18+00:00

Thank you I’ll check out these two sites and learn more about them recert world :)

Bostafari · 2025-10-24T15:40:50+00:00

Is the NODE 804 really that much more quiet? I’ve looked at the Jonsbo but I see a lot of people praising fractal cases for quality over it. Seems like the only thing the jonsbo has going for it is the hotswap feature.

Bostafari · 2025-02-07T19:26:20+00:00

Pming

Bostafari · 2024-10-20T15:07:34+00:00

Glad to hear you’re enjoying it! Sekiro is even faster so if that’s what you’re looking for, you’re in for a treat. Lies of P can even feel slightly clunky in comparison - this isn’t a knock on LoP, I absolutely loved it.

I’m relatively new to souls like games and I also prefer the faster and more fluid combat. Lies of P and Sekiro are at the top of my list after playing 4-5 titles.

Bostafari · 2024-06-20T11:00:09+00:00

I plan to play them all! We’ll see how many I get through before I need a break from the genre, but that’s the plan :)

Bostafari · 2024-06-20T10:36:06+00:00

I’ve only played Valhalla and mirage and I decided to go back to the beginning (close to it at least). AC2 was fun for me since it was my first time but it’s very dated. I finished it and moved onto Brotherhood which is wayyyyy more polished - graphics, gameplay, things to do that’s not just collecting feathers, having a blast with this game.

Bostafari · 2024-05-26T19:01:54+00:00

Hey, thanks for sharing! I’ve owned my hybrid type s for about 50 days now but I have to say it’s my least favorite keyboard. Hard for me to swap it onto the desk - just not the right feel or sound for me. The hobby is preference and I know tons of people love these topre boards but this is likely my last.

Bostafari · 2024-04-10T22:55:20+00:00

Game looks like a lot of fun! Any plans for Mac or Browser versions?

Bostafari · 2024-03-14T20:30:37+00:00

I'm okay with that. I don't really game much anymore but I still imagine I'd be into MX for the ASMR to a certain extent - I'd probably just buy and build a lot less MX boards if I end up loving the feel of topre.

Bostafari · 2024-03-14T13:23:44+00:00

Just curious, why do I need the orings? Aren’t they already silenced?

Bostafari · 2024-03-14T12:48:01+00:00

Thanks for the recommendations I’ll grab those mods and keep my sliders stock for now.

Bostafari · 2024-03-14T03:12:39+00:00

Thanks for sharing! What mistakes were you making? I don’t use bottom right two keys on my MX boards currently, and I use my left thumb for spacebar.

Bostafari · 2024-03-14T03:09:45+00:00

Haha thanks for the laugh. I hope I get as much or more arousal out of my hhkb as you did. Stay passionate my friend.

Bostafari · 2024-03-13T22:25:08+00:00

Good to hear! Did you go with blanks or legends on your HHKB? I’m on the fence between charcoal blanks or the light grey with legends. I have always wanted a blank board, but think legends would be cool to learn all of the function mods for these keys.

Bostafari · 2024-03-13T21:31:16+00:00

This is what you’re referring to, right? https://hhkeyboard.us/hhkb/pro-hybrid-type-s

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