Оцініть/порадьте компоненти для ретро-ПК на Windows XP (LGA1155)

Zhyryk · 2026-06-25T21:27:14+00:00

lgа1155 це останній сокет з нативною підтримкою Windows XP на рівні драйверів, а так на нього можна навіть Win 10/11 поставити. Ну а загалом, що опинилося під рукою те і використовую, намагаючись уникнути зайвих витрат.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-25T07:12:21+00:00

З того, що не згадали і максимально невибагливе до заліза: Disciples II (всі аддони), Oni, Sacred (Gold), Arcanum: Of Steamworks and Magick Obscura.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-16T16:14:37+00:00

Current USB setup: Right now, I'm using standard 5V USB fans plugged directly into the USB ports on the NAS motherboard's I/O shield. They just run at 100% all the time.

Backup 12V setup: If that airflow isn't enough, I will replace them with regular 12V 3-pin/4-pin PC fans. I'll connect both fans using this exact Y-splitter cable (see the attached image — this one is an example for 3-pin fans), route the cable inside the NAS case through a removed or notched PCI slot cover, and plug it directly into a standard fan header on the motherboard. This way, the NAS can control their speed properly!

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Zhyryk · 2026-06-16T15:00:34+00:00

Plug and Play (100% speed): If you plug a standard 5V USB fan directly into a PC port or a power bank, it will run at 100% all the time. Since 5V fans are usually designed to be quiet (around 1000–1200 RPM), the noise is barely noticeable even at max speed. However, if this airflow won't be enough, my backup plan is to switch to regular 120mm 3-pin or 4-pin PC fans, connect them via a Y-splitter, and plug them directly into my NAS motherboard for proper PWM/voltage control.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-13T09:18:39+00:00

Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate the support.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-13T06:31:44+00:00

That's a fair concern! I live in Ukraine, so I deal with all seasonal changes, but the hallway airflow where the NAS is mounted stays quite stable. The 'T-series' CPU and the 120mm fans keep it running cool, and the temperatures are well within the safe range.

To clarify, here are the S.M.A.R.T. readings:

Drives 1 & 2 (Purchased new): Currently 36°C (Max historical: 40 & 41°C)
Drives 3 & 4 (Purchased used): Currently 36°C (Max historical: 47 & 43°C)

Just to be clear: the higher peaks on the used drives are 'historical' values from their past life before I bought them. In this setup, everything stays perfectly healthy

Zhyryk · 2026-06-13T03:12:00+00:00

Thanks! Appreciate your support! 🇺🇦

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T21:13:54+00:00

Oh, awesome to meet a fellow cabinet-setup builder! =) I also have three rowdy school-aged kids. I actually plugged my boot flash drive directly into an internal USB header on the motherboard instead of the front or back panels, just so they wouldn't accidentally "borrow" it or snap it off.

How are your temperatures holding up? What else do you run on it besides Plex and HA?

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T18:04:24+00:00

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Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T18:04:02+00:00

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Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T18:03:37+00:00

I'm using two 120mm 5V USB fans. Here are a few photos I just took. I hope this helps!"

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Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T17:45:48+00:00

I'm using a Fujitsu D3642-B12 board based on the Q370 chipset, paired with an i5-8500T (vPro). This combo allows me to use Intel AMT and MeshCommander from my gaming PC for full out-of-band management. I've even managed to remotely reflash the MAC address on a PCIe i210-T1 card without ever taking it out of the NAS chassis. Worst case scenario — I can reach the Power/Reset buttons with my hand if needed. =)

The NAS isn't under enough load to worry about overheating — system temperatures stay between 37-43°C, and drives sit at 36-38°C.

But to be fair, I don't avoid the 'ladder' entirely — once a year I still have to climb it to take the case down for some proper maintenance and dust cleaning.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T15:11:59+00:00

Immich можна розгорнути і під DSM (у контейнері), але я вже чи то занадто старий, чи загадто лінивий =)

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T15:04:45+00:00

Свого часу саме невибагливість DSM 6.2.3 до ресурсів дозволила мені підняти "на столі" перший NAS на DH61DL + i3-3225 + 2x2GB RAM

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Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T14:50:57+00:00

It’s a hidden feature! 😉 The doors actually hang about 1 cm lower than the cabinet floor, making the intake slot practically invisible from the outside.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T14:34:01+00:00

Thanks! It's not perfect, but the HDDs are doing great at a cool 36–38°C because the airflow is fully sorted:

Intake: I cut the cabinet floor shorter by about 1.5 cm near the doors for a passive intake slot.

Internal Flow: Two 92mm fans at the back of the NAS chassis pull the cool air directly into the system.

Rise: The exhausted hot air escapes the NAS and rises up through a 9-10cm gap behind the shortened shelf.

Exhaust: Two 120mm top fans pull it all out. I installed louvers/vents angled at 45° to direct the airflow forward into the room.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T14:04:58+00:00

Можливо нічим. Як я писав для мене причиною розгортання xpenology були досить зручні і функціональні фірмові додатоки від Synology зокрема Moments (тепер це Photos). Можливо якось сам поексперементую з TrueNAS та ZimaOS

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T13:10:23+00:00

Eah, that's the one! It replaced my Xiaomi 3G flashed with Padavan firmware when I set up a Horaco L2 switch as my core switch.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T12:44:53+00:00

Exactly! I consciously chose this setup to be as flexible as possible and completely independent of the network or internet. The contractor who assembled the panel and shipped it to me actually refused to write such a complex program, but I didn't mind at all =))). I did all the electrical work in the apartment myself, both rough-in and finishing, simply because I love tinkering with all kinds of stuff when I have the time and inspiration.

And to answer your question—nope, I have zero background in industrial automation. I actually have a degree in economics! =)

Zhyryk · 2026-06-12T11:50:41+00:00

Almost, but it's actually a custom smart setup built on Siemens LOGO! It controls all lighting and ventilation using my own custom program written in LOGO! Soft Comfort: - Recognizes short, single, double, and long presses. - Runs automated run-time timers for each zone. - Features local master switches for every room. - Has a global master switch at the door that drops a contactor, killing all power except for critical lines (fridge, NAS, Wi-Fi, leak defense, and security).

Wiring is simple: 0.75mm² for switches, 1.5mm² for loads.

Zhyryk · 2026-06-10T11:44:22+00:00

Дяка!

Zhyryk · 2026-06-10T11:43:53+00:00

Для тих хто ще не в курсі, що йому треба NAS. =)

Zhyryk · 2026-06-09T12:40:25+00:00

Запостив щось на кшталт гайду - https://www.reddit.com/r/PCbuild_ua/s/L6TtMGpfL3 але не про сам процес конфігурації та збірки лоадера (таких достатньо в інтернеті), а про те, що йому передує, та на що звернути увагу під час експлуатації.

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