I want to build something that I can run plex server, backup my two home computers, two mobile phones (photos only) and 1 remote computer. I'd prefer not to have to use VPN for the remote computer.

 

 

I think I can use unraid with plex server (clients are X1 and roku) and owncloud to satisfy these needs. Wondering what others think about owncloud and using it to backup remote computers?

 

Can I map the owncloud backup files to a unraid volume to be shared internal via SMB?

 

Does owncloud version files? Can I then backup the owncloud and files from plex to azure or amazon with unraid?

 

I'm looking to keep it small maybe a 5 drive case starting with just 2, then later add a cache drive and more storage drives.

 

Thanks,jb

UNRAID is definitely right for you, but you may need to flexible with the options to get things done.  I believe there is a plug-in for unraid to work with owncloud, but why not use dropbox?  Also,  today, i backup my entire unraid to crashplan, and it works great.  Others i know back it up to amazon drive similarly.  Good luck and get ready for a world of opportunities to open up.

 

Chris

Dropbox has a cost, owncloud is free.

 

Next is finding a unraid design that will fit the budget and is a small footprint.

What about one of these two options for a starter box?

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/xmrGrH

 

http://pcpartpicker.com/p/6CRVMp

 

Thanks!