EDIT: I don't know what to do. Ryzen 2700 build? Or Xeon? details below:

 

 

Hi again,

 

After some nice suggestions in my original Reddit post, I think I've settled on a Ryzen 2700 build.

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I just upgraded to Pro after 3 years with Unraid. I'm looking to upgrade my current server which consists of:

• AMD FX6300, 6 Core/6 Thread 3.5GHz (TDP 95W)
• Asrock 970 Extreme3
• 24 GB RAM
• ractal Define R5
• LSI SAS
• 2x low end SSD's & several 4tb reds & 8tb whites

 

My Usage:

• Majority of common media gathering / playing dockers (movies, tv, music, podcasts, etc.)
• PiHoles, Unifi controller, UNMS, etc.
• Web host small site, nginx/LE, VPN
• Backup server for desktops, etc.
• NVR Server (4-5 cams -- struggling to configure atm)
• VM's: Debian Xfce, Windows 10 (and more)

My goals:

• Reduce net power consumption
• Much less than $1000 ideally
• Fit in Define R5 (if feasible)
• DDR3 ECC RAM (I hear this is most affordable for large quantities)
• More threads & cores
• Pfsense(quad nic inbound), syslog server, grafana/additional monitoring, lots of virtualization, overall performance across the board
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Anyways, I know this is a wide open question and excuse my ignorance! Home renovation has taken over my life and I could use a point in the right direction.

Thanks!

 

 

Stability = paramount

... all while reducing my power consumption :P. The 2700 seems to fit the bill.

 

Questions

1) Motherboards - Would the X470D4U be a top choice to pair with the Ryzen 2700 & ECC RAM? If not, what would you recommend?

• Currently have 5x 3.5" HDD's & 2x SSD's (soon to have much more via SAS controller)

2) ECC: What is the cheapest (yet reliable) ECC RAM to pair with this setup (4x 16gb)?

 

3) Compatibility: Will my existing hardware below play nicely with a Ryzen 2700 build?

 

Thank you so much for your time. I greatly appreciate all your feedback.

 

CURRENT SYSTEM:

 

PCPartPicker Part List

CPU: AMD FX-6300 3.5 GHz 6-Core Processor 
CPU Cooler: Cooler Master Hyper 212 EVO 82.9 CFM Sleeve Bearing CPU Cooler  ($24.99 @ Newegg) 
Motherboard: ASRock 970 Extreme3 ATX AM3+ Motherboard 
Memory: Corsair XMS3 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($19.99 @ Corsair) 
Memory: Corsair XMS3 4 GB (1 x 4 GB) DDR3-1600 Memory  ($19.99 @ Corsair) 
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) DDR3-1866 Memory 
Memory: Corsair Vengeance 8 GB (1 x 8 GB) DDR3-1866 Memory 
Storage: Kingston SSDNow UV300 120 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($59.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Samsung 850 EVO-Series 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive  ($107.99 @ Adorama) 
Storage: Western Digital Red 4 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($99.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Western Digital Red 4 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($99.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Western Digital Red 4 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($99.99 @ Newegg) 
Storage: Western Digital Red 8 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($214.99 @ Amazon) 
Storage: Western Digital Red 8 TB 3.5" 5400RPM Internal Hard Drive  ($214.99 @ Amazon) 
Case: Fractal Design Define R5 (Black) ATX Mid Tower Case  ($129.99 @ Amazon) 
Power Supply: EVGA SuperNOVA GS 650 W 80+ Gold Certified Fully Modular ATX Power Supply  ($149.99 @ Amazon) 
Wired Network Adapter: Intel EXPI9404PTLBLK PCIe x4 1000 Mbit/s Network Adapter 
Custom: SAS9211-8I 8PORT Int 6GB Sata+sas Pcie 2.0  ($62.99 @ Amazon) 
Total: $1305.87
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2020-01-10 18:06 EST-0500

Edited January 29, 20206 yr by bmilcs

Bump?