Hello,
I am running a small self built ubuntu home server which is mainly used as NAS (samba share), HTPC (YouTube, etc. on my TV), and to run some Docker images (AdGuard DNS, OpenVPN, etc.).
As 4k content has become more and more available, I have decided to upgrade it to be able to watch 4k on my TV via HDMI. However, the GPU included in the CPU is only capable of FHD.
The current Hardware is:
CPU: i3-3220T CPU @ 2.80GHz × 4
Memory: 16GB 1333Mhz
Case: Fractal Design Node 804 - limiting to a M-ATX Motherboard
Power Supply: Be Quite 300W 80Plus Gold
My requirements:
1. Low power consumption
2. At least 6 SATA connections for HDDs
3. Silent
I've already considered the following:
1. m.2 NVME vs 2.5" SATA SSD for the OS:
Here I don't care about the performance. A few seconds less boot time is negligible.
The main consern here is the power consumption of the NVME vs 2.5" SATA.
2. RAM:
Basically, I am happy with the 16GB 1333MHz DDR3 and would prefer to keep them, as I don't think that DDR4/5 and more are needed performance wise.
However, I guess that new motherboards are available only with DDR4 or DDR5.
3. CPU cooling:
Maybe a 120mm AIO water cooler would be good to reduce noise. I would install it as a rear exhaust fan.
I am quite happy with my Corsair AIO in my PC.
4. SATA connections:
When building the current setup, it was quite difficult to find a M-ATX motherboard with 6 SATA connections. A PCIe expansion card would be an alternative.
My only concern is power consumtion again. I want to save every watt possible, as it runs 24/7.
I am looking forward to reading your thoughts about the setup and suggestions how to achieve 4k video playback while keeping the power consumption as low as possible.
I am running a small self built ubuntu home server which is mainly used as NAS (samba share), HTPC (YouTube, etc. on my TV), and to run some Docker images (AdGuard DNS, OpenVPN, etc.).
As 4k content has become more and more available, I have decided to upgrade it to be able to watch 4k on my TV via HDMI. However, the GPU included in the CPU is only capable of FHD.
The current Hardware is:
CPU: i3-3220T CPU @ 2.80GHz × 4
Memory: 16GB 1333Mhz
Case: Fractal Design Node 804 - limiting to a M-ATX Motherboard
Power Supply: Be Quite 300W 80Plus Gold
My requirements:
1. Low power consumption
2. At least 6 SATA connections for HDDs
3. Silent
I've already considered the following:
1. m.2 NVME vs 2.5" SATA SSD for the OS:
Here I don't care about the performance. A few seconds less boot time is negligible.
The main consern here is the power consumption of the NVME vs 2.5" SATA.
2. RAM:
Basically, I am happy with the 16GB 1333MHz DDR3 and would prefer to keep them, as I don't think that DDR4/5 and more are needed performance wise.
However, I guess that new motherboards are available only with DDR4 or DDR5.
3. CPU cooling:
Maybe a 120mm AIO water cooler would be good to reduce noise. I would install it as a rear exhaust fan.
I am quite happy with my Corsair AIO in my PC.
4. SATA connections:
When building the current setup, it was quite difficult to find a M-ATX motherboard with 6 SATA connections. A PCIe expansion card would be an alternative.
My only concern is power consumtion again. I want to save every watt possible, as it runs 24/7.
I am looking forward to reading your thoughts about the setup and suggestions how to achieve 4k video playback while keeping the power consumption as low as possible.
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