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Thanks Dale. I kind of figured that about those folders. I should of run the duplication command from the server, but since I had Carbon Copy Cloner I just used that. I'll likely use rsync in the future though. But if they are left, will they cause issues or should I just remove them when I can and start doing the sync from the server in the future? So far it doesn't look like files are duplicated and if I understand how unRAID works, it sort of makes sense why there are empty directories which should have been made about the time the array switched drives. It probably created a block of directories waiting for files and then switched disks when it hit the threshold. I'm sure I can just leave the directories where they are, but it seems silly to leave an empty directory when the chances are it isn't going to change. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

If all this is "normal" than no. Being new to unRAID I can't say if it is or isn't. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I'm still in the process of making my first copy of data to my unRAID server and something odd is happening. I made one share, media, and set it to High-Water with everything else blank so UR handles thing automagically. All 3 HD's are 4TB. The first one filled up to 2GB mark and then the second one took over, just like it was supposed to. But for whatever reason there are 20 empty folders now on disk1 with corresponding full folders on disk2. With the exception of one folder that has an .nfo file left behind. A) Is this a problem or normal? B) Can I just remove the duplicate folders or more importantly, SHOULD I remove them? I haven't assigned a Parity drive yet since data is still copying and will be for a while. I'd like to make any changes like the above prior to firing that up though. This last question isn't necessarily related, but figured I'd ask anyway. At the root of the server when looking over SMB I have a "Network Trash Folder" and "Temporary Items" folder. Also have the same thing on disk2 under the "media" root folder, but not disk1. I'm guessing these have something to do with AFP? Problems here or is this normal?

Yeah, these errors look exactly like all the others I found when searching. I'll do the BIOS update whenever my sync finishes copying files to it. Gonna take a while. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I've been moving files over to my new server prior to turning on the Parity drive and I was browsing the logs in the meantime. I noticed several ACPI errors that may or may not mean anything. I certainly can't test powerdown while I'm copying files and the array is started, so that will have to wait. Search turned up several of the same errors, but none specifically for the MSI H87-E35 board so I thought I'd ask if anyone has experience with these boards and whether or not is just a setting I mucked up in the BIOS or something else. Or if I'm OK to ignore them altogether, which seems to be consensus on some other threads. One thing I'm going to do is to get the APC daemon installed on this thing so it's controlling my mondo UPS and I'm hoping that this ACPI error isn't going to keep the system from powering down properly. Here are a few of my log errors just you have them: Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Warning: 0x0000f040-0x0000f05f SystemIO conflicts with Region \_SB_.PCI0.SBUS.SMBI 1 (20130117/utaddress-251) (Minor Issues) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI: If an ACPI driver is available for this device, you should use it instead of the native driver (System) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ahci 0000:00:1f.2: version 3.0 (System) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: [DSSP] Namespace lookup failure, AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psargs-359) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: Method parse/execution failed [\_SB_.PCI0.SAT0.SPT5._GTF] (Node ed050cc0), AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psparse-537) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata3: SATA link up 6.0 Gbps (SStatus 133 SControl 300) (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: [DSSP] Namespace lookup failure, AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psargs-359) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: Method parse/execution failed [\_SB_.PCI0.SAT0.SPT4._GTF] (Node ed050c78), AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psparse-537) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata6.00: ATA-9: WDC WD40EFRX-68WT0N0, WD-WCC4E0628479, 80.00A80, max UDMA/133 (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata6.00: 7814037168 sectors, multi 16: LBA48 NCQ (depth 31/32), AA (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata5.00: ATA-9: WDC WD40EFRX-68WT0N0, WD-WCC4E0612015, 80.00A80, max UDMA/133 (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata5.00: 7814037168 sectors, multi 16: LBA48 NCQ (depth 31/32), AA (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata3.00: supports DRM functions and may not be fully accessible (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata3.00: ATA-9: Crucial_CT120M500SSD1, 140409663CCE, MU03, max UDMA/133 (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata3.00: 234441648 sectors, multi 16: LBA48 NCQ (depth 31/32), AA (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: [DSSP] Namespace lookup failure, AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psargs-359) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: Method parse/execution failed [\_SB_.PCI0.SAT0.SPT5._GTF] (Node ed050cc0), AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psparse-537) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata2.00: ATA-9: WDC WD40EFRX-68WT0N0, WD-WCC4E0825978, 80.00A80, max UDMA/133 (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata2.00: 7814037168 sectors, multi 16: LBA48 NCQ (depth 31/32), AA (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata1.00: ATA-9: WDC WD40EFRX-68WT0N0, WD-WCC4E0826804, 80.00A80, max UDMA/133 (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ata1.00: 7814037168 sectors, multi 16: LBA48 NCQ (depth 31/32), AA (Drive related) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: [DSSP] Namespace lookup failure, AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psargs-359) (Errors) Mar 16 11:38:22 Tower kernel: ACPI Error: Method parse/execution failed [\_SB_.PCI0.SAT0.SPT4._GTF] (Node ed050c78), AE_NOT_FOUND (20130117/psparse-537) (Errors) Oh and there is a newer BIOS available, but it doesn't say anything in the update has anything to do with ACPI so I haven't updated just yet. Worried that it might cause more issues if I do.

Ahhhh. That's what I needed. I thought it was smart enough to do that. And that's what happens if you set up shares via Finder correct? As long as the same folder is on every drive UnRAID handles it automatically. What about my follow question(s) allocation and cache? And since you helped me finalize my build (you helped a ton, thank you) you pretty much know what I have! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

So set everything to level 1 or just it to level 0 and let the system worry about it? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Oh I'm sure I'm over thinking it! I don't rip full DVD or BR, only single files. I sure as heck don't want a movie file split in half though. I was hoping that would never happen actually. As for spin up in series, I could care less about that. I won't mind that I think. And keep in mind that initially this is going to be a backup, but I'm quickly thinking this is going to be the primary. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Now that I think about it, I think movies should be level 1 and tv level 1 IF I leave it as is, but if I use season folders it should be level 2. Yes? No? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

And another related question... What's the best allocation method? I was thinking it should be "most-free". Also, I do have a cache drive installed (120GB SSD) which will be used for some apps (like plex). Should I be setting these shares up to use the cache drive anyway? I have no idea how much space I'll use with apps, but I doubt it will be too terribly much.

Got my server up, disks pre-cleared and formatted and now I'm stuck trying to figure out how to set up shares. My file structure is pretty simple compared to others, but I can change it IF it makes sense to do so. Now would be a good time to do it before I start copying data to it, but since this is going to act as a backup to another drive array they both need to have the same structure. Current structure: MediaRAID Drive array >movies >>movie folder >>>movie files >tv >>tv series folder >>>tv files (all seasons in the series folder root) I was going to set unRAID up in the same way, but with one folder to contain them. So it would look like this and what I think the levels should be: >TV and Movies (level 1) >>movies (level 2) >>>movie folder >>>>movie files >>tv (level 2) >>>tv series folder >>>>tv files (all seasons in the series folder root) All the movies and tv folders are going to be created when I copy the data up and then keep everything synced up with a script of some sort. With all this in mind, am I going to run into any issues with this setup? Will the tv files be forced to stay on one disk and is that good or bad? Somehow I think that might be a bad thing and I should create season folders at which point the "tv" share needs to be level 3 - I think. I thought this was going to be as simple as just creating the same folders on each drive and dumping files to it, but apparently I need to think more about it! Which is fine. Better now than later. Thanks in advance.

Thanks Gary. I thought of a KVM switch as well. Only problem is I'm using an Apple Thunderbolt Display and I'm not entirely sure if that's gonna work. I'll make it work regardless though. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Thanks. I'm pretty impressed with the case as well. It was a bit larger than I expected, but considering I haven't built a PC/server in over a decade it's probably just me! About the only thing that might it better is are hot swap bays, but that wasn't on my list of must haves. However there is an option in the BIOS to enable this, but I have no idea what it actually does. Hell, I haven't had to deal with a BIOS in over a decade either so there's a lot in there I'm not privy to! Speaking of the BIOS, MSI's is pretty nice. Especially like that it can be mouse or keyboard driven and that most things made complete sense. And speaking of keyboard and mouse... I'm assuming I can run this headless once 100% setup! but I haven't tried booting it up that way yet. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

It's alive! Build went well after I got all the pieces. Pre-clearing the drives now and then I'll start dumping data onto this thing. Need to get the APC daemon rung too. The case is really roomy and the fans are whisper quiet. I'm adding another just to give the drive area more air flow. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Yes, most mobo headers are set up for two USB ports so plugging into one side will work so long as the pins line up. I think there's a "standard" color code for USB cables. At least, the packaging for the adapters will have the cable pin-outs and you check that against the mobo docs. You might think this is dorky, but you can mount the drives "upside down." This exposes it's printed circuit underbelly...but even Dell has done this. I read somewhere most HD heat comes from that side; and as you know hot air tends to rise. The other option is to purchase some SATA power connectors with IDC's so you can rewire it in the right direction with drives mounted traditionally. I would mount it upside down except the drive I bought only has mounting holes on the side, which I can't use, and holes on the bottom, which I have to use. Looks like I can get an adapter though which is fine. Just wish I knew ahead of time is all. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Yep. That's what I was talking about and I had already started to look down that road. I'll have a look at these. Thanks for the quick reply! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

I finally got all my parts in and started putting this thing together and I keep running into snags all over the place. First problem - I bought a USB A Female to USB Motherboard 4 Pin Header F/F, but the MSI has a 9 pin USB 2.0 connector. Am I correct in assuming that I can plug into either side of the connecter (usb0/usb1) as long as the pins match up to the cable labels? If not, where the heck do I get the proper cable, cause I can't find one. Second problem - On the Fractal case, I mounted the SSD on the backside of the motherboard area - luckily before I mounted the motherboard. That's all fine and good. [*]First issue with this is I can't use the 90 degree SATA power cable(s) I have so I had to order a straight one. One problem solved there. [*]When I went to hook up the PSU, all the SATA cables have the power connector facing the wrong way and there's no way to get it facing the proper way with the SSD mounted where it is. How the heck to do get a straight SATA connector for the Corsair HX750?? Or is there something else I can do that doesn't involve removing the motherboard and putting the SSD elsewhere?

It figures... all my parts EXCEPT the case will be here Friday. The case won't be here till Monday cause it was shipped from California. Dang it!! I was looking forward to getting this thing up and running this weekend!

Thanks for the reminder. I had read that tidbit in one of the reviews on the case, but I would have likely forgotten (and may still)!

And it's ordered! Split the drives with Amazon. Should be interesting to build this! Thanks again. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

The stock Intel cooler is fine. Runs quiet, and does a very good job. The Haswell chips are very power-efficient, so there's not a lot of heat to be concerned about anyway Excellent. Thanks again man. Ordering soon! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

... There's no such thing as "dual-channel" memory. That's simply a marketing gimmick to sell modules packaged in pairs. Dual channel refers to the memory controller's method of operation, which provides double the bandwidth when there are pairs of modules installed. The memory you selected should work fine, however ... Corsair's a good choice, and they're standard 1.5v modules (many high-performance modules require non-standard higher voltages). Note that your system is likely to run these at 1333MHz until you enable XMP support in the BIOS ... then it will switch them to 1600MHz operation. Thanks man. I'm so out of touch with PC stuff since I've been a Mac guy for quite a while. Memory is pretty simple for them since you can only use a fairly select few! What you said makes a lot more sense now and with that in mind I can probably save a little money by getting corsair value modules. If that's even recommended for this application. One last question - Do I need to buy another CPU cooler or is the one that comes with it OK for this? The last system I built I was OCing it so I had a beefy cooler, but I'm not doing any such thing with this. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Alright. I think I've finalized this build (I hope). Based on all the suggestions and also looking at a few other threads, like the PSU thread, I've come up with this: 1 - Fractal Design Define R4 Black Pearl w/ USB 3.0 ATX Mid Tower Silent PC Computer Case (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16811352020) 1 - MSI H87M-E35 LGA 1150 Intel H87 HDMI SATA 6Gb/s USB 3.0 Micro ATX Intel Motherboard (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813130743) 1 - CORSAIR HX Series HX750 750W ATX12V 2.3 / EPS12V (it's on sale making it pretty reasonable) (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16817139010) 1 - Intel Core i3-4330 Haswell 3.5GHz 1 - Crucial M500 120GB SATA 2.5" 7mm (with 9.5mm adapter) Internal Solid State Drive (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820148693) 1 - CORSAIR Vengeance 16GB (2 x 8GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Desktop Memory Model CMZ16GX3M2A1600C10 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16820233246) 4 - WD Red WD40EFRX 4TB IntelliPower 64MB Cache SATA 6.0Gb/s 3.5" NAS Internal Hard Drive -Bulk 1 - SanDisk Cruzer Fit 8GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive Model SDCZ33-008G-B35 1 - StarTech USBMBADAPT 6in USB 2.0 Cable - USB A Female to USB Motherboard 4 Pin Header F/F Total: $1,428.65 (or there about, depending on where I source everything) I decided to bump up the memory on this version as suggested, but I had the worst time finding compatible memory. In fact, I'm not even sure the memory I had selected before was going to be compatible according to MSI's compatibility list for this board. Not sure how much stock I should put into that list, but it sure made me cautious. Not a whole lot of dual-channel stuff listed in that speed actually. Anyway... Please take one last look and a great big thanks to all that have helped me out with this. AnthonyC

I'm going to go with the H87 board you suggested and may just go with the i3 instead of the i5. I think you're right that it will be overkill. Thanks again for the assist and info! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Honestly PSUs are a mystery to me when reading the specs. That's one reason I posted. There was a post on the Plex forums touting modular as the way to go which is why I steered that way. No idea if it's relevant or not. The problem I have is the Wiki is terribly outdated and trying to figure out what's best on newegg is a crapshoot when you don't 100% what to look for. I see several TX series and RM series that look OK and are 100-110, but whether or not they're powerful enough is another story. I was thinking 500-650, but hadn't been considering 750ish. Based on what I've given as a parts list and thinking of filling it in the future, which PSU would be best? I'm not going to sweat 30-50 bucks more to get this right now And thanks again for contributing to this discussion.