I've seen folk jump into such before they know what software they want to run ahead of time. Any old PC will do as you can load the OS and apps up and test it all out. We don't need much at that step. NO ONE HAS PUT THIS ALL IN A CAN READY TO USE. I've seen attempts but no one seems to have it nailed yet.
Later you can tackle the transcoding enigma. http://forums.guru3d.com/showthread.php?t=371688 goes back and forth but GPU transcoding seems to win the speed race but even then, you don't want to transcode on demand. I bailed on that idea a few years ago. I just have it coded and ready to play.
Bob
Hey all,
I'm interested in building a media server
Requirements:
• Music
• Photos
• Home videos
• Movies
• Transcode 1080P w/ server
• No gaming
• HD HomeRun Prime
• Mainly in-house use, not over the internet
• 5 users + guests
• File backup
• Plan to use an offsite backup service (i.e. crashplan)
• Want OS to reside on SSD and media on WD HDD
• Possible i7 for CPU
• Considering Flexraid
• Will stay in basement
• Thinking of starting with 10 HDDs and 2 SSDs
What are your thoughts on purchasing a barebones rackmount chassis with 16 bays and working from there? I'm considering this chassis http://mypccase.com/ch4urarm16xs.html
at the moment. I'm open to suggestions for the other internals. I haven't had too much time to research yet.
All advice is greatly appreciated
Thanks!

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