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I think there is a market for a small version of a 19-inch rack, maybe 4 to 5 inches wide, that could sit on your desktop or shelf and house all your small electronics boxes. I don’t seem to be able to find anything suitable. In my case, it would hold: NUC Network switch DAC audio amplifier audio switch USB charger. A simple rack with moveable shelves and space for cable management would be great. But it would be far better if you had 3D print templates to make brackets to attach to the side of a box. If it really took off, manufacturers might even start making compatible equipment. I don’t have the resources (or skills) to try making this myself. I’d be happy to advise in return for a freebie.
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I need help, I need to make something that's similar to VMware or Vmbox etc. but physical version. Like mounting 10 motherboards into custom rack, each with cpu. and every single one of them running separate OS. How would it be possible? what about PSU, would every motherboard need it's onw? etc. I'm thinking about doing this because as far as i know there isnt a way to have many OS running at the same time on one PC without using any VM software. Any ideas?
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Hi Guys, I'm after some advice on 2U rack cases that can hold up to 12 3.5" drives (must be SATA backplanes and hot swappable to a certain extent - I know SATA is not but would like the ability to pull drives when needed without opening the chassis) So here is the down low, I have an older NAS which is also a VMWare ESXi server running many VMs. Whilst the VM part is no longer important with moving to a much bigger rack setup, I wanted to reuse that for extra storage for CCTV. Old setup; Silverstone Mini-ITX DS380 case 5x 2.5" (with 2.5 to 3.5 convertors) (4Tb each) Crucial MX500 (Data) 1 x 2.5" 500Gb Crucial MX500 (VMWare ESXi 8 OS only) Asrock Rack C2550D4I Motherboard / Intel Atom CPU combo - https://www.asrockrack.com/general/productdetail.asp?Model=C2550D4I#Specifications 64Gb Crucial DDR3 RAM New setup; 2 Dell Poweredge R730XD servers (2x Xeon E5-2670v3 CPUs - 12 cores each, 512Gb DDR4 RAM each) - each with ESXi running on Raid 1 iirc (Mirroring) using 2 separate 256Gb 2.5" drives 1 Dell Equalogic SAN 96Tb raw of SAS drives in RAID 5 So as you can tell no rush to transfer the old setup across But it would be nice to reuse that machine as it still works perfectly fine and would be a good fit for CCTV NVR style storage but I would prefer to transfer it in to the rack instead of the Mini-ITX case I am also in the process of rebuilding my home lab, any suggestions on if to continue with ESXi as I have done for many years, or would XCP-NG/Proxmox/Xencenter be a better option? Any suggestions? Love the channel, been catching up on bent CPU pins just tonight, unfortunately damaged an LGA2011-v3 socket earlier on that needs repairing, so will be attempting that tomorrow. Many Thanks M
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Hi all- I am planning on making a NAS for my home. I have most of the parts already laying around that I want to use. These are the current parts I already have: CPU: Intel Core i5-9600 3.1 GHz 6-Core Processor CPU Cooler: Noctua NH-L9i 33.84 CFM CPU Cooler Memory: Corsair Vengeance LPX 16 GB (2 x 8 GB) DDR4-3200 CL16 Memory Storage: Crucial MX500 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive Storage: Crucial MX500 250 GB 2.5" Solid State Drive Storage: Western Digital Red Plus 4 TB 3.5" 5400 RPM Internal Hard Drive Storage: Western Digital Red Plus 4 TB 3.5" 5400 RPM Internal Hard Drive Storage: Western Digital Red Plus 4 TB 3.5" 5400 RPM Internal Hard Drive Storage: Western Digital Red Plus 4 TB 3.5" 5400 RPM Internal Hard Drive Storage: Western Digital Red Plus 4 TB 3.5" 5400 RPM Internal Hard Drive Storage: Western Digital Red Plus 4 TB 3.5" 5400 RPM Internal Hard Drive Operating System: TrueNAS Scale The parts I still need to pick out are a power supply, a motherboard, a rack-mount case (either 3 or 4u), and an HBA that is compatible with TrueNAS. Does anyone have any recommendations for these parts?
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Hi All! I'm looking for some help looking over my plan and parts list as a sanity check (because this is driving me crazy)! Background I have a second floor office that can heat up a little from the sun. I then filled this room with 2 gaming computers, 2 "servers" (old computers), 2 mini computers, 9 monitors, networking equipment, 4 humans, and a dog. This causes the room to heat up a lot. The servers and gaming PCs aren't the quietest either. I then took the time to build sit-stand desks for the family and doled out specific spaces for each person. Only after building the desks and installing everything did I realize that my spacing calculation was off and to use secondary monitors, me and my wife needed our computers moved. We don't have enough leg room to mount under the desks. Que my dreams off purchasing and setting up a server rack for everything in a separate room (Thank you Linus for the seed planted in my head)! Reality set in and the computers have to stay in the room, I can't re-purchase all of my computers as rack mountable, I can't have any of the fun new routers, network controllers, switches, internet speeds, no UPSs (for the moment), and cost is a factor (Reality bites). It's also key to note that one gaming machine is Intel and the other is AMD and I'm looking to implement the same solution for both computers for "simplicity". I'm also trying to run the gaming monitors at 1440p @144hz at 8bit depth without HDR with RGB color space (but would like 4:4:4 to reach the monitors). Problem Statement Find a way to reduce the heat generation and noise in the room, in a space conscience and financially responsible way. Financially responsible in this context meaning not buying the cheapest junk, but instead purchasing the lowest price freely available for good products from brands that will support issues. (I know, I had to throw the hardball in!) Plan Rack: Purchase a server rack, install two shelves with each shelf holding two computers, and install a shelf to hold networking equipment. Purchase/ 3D print a vent shroud to attach to the top of the rack and funnel the hot air through rigid/flexible ducting to a window insert. Install fans and panels on the front of the rack to control air entering and not exiting the rack through the front. Video: Run active display port cables to where each gaming machine was and then use an MST hub to split the signal for extended desktop. Data: Run active USB 3 to where each gaming computer was, then adapt from USB-A to USB-C, and then attach a USB dock/hub to connect [keyboard, mouse, USB headphones, microphone, flash drives, and 3.5mm speakers]. Issues Some things I've run into already include: AMD CPU is said to not be compatible with readily available Thunderbolt 3/4 add-in cards Motherboards don't have USB-C with DisplayPort alt mode USB-C native cables are multitudes more expensive Running the cables in a wife approved manner requires about 40'ish feet cables (would like extra to in sure a good reach). Parts Server Rack: https://www.newegg.com/sysracks-srf-42-6-9-g-rack-enclosure/p/2BA-004S-000B7?Item=9SIB8H8GWZ8035&quicklink=true Long Active DisplayPort Cable(s): https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1664717-REG/iogear_gdp14aoc20_8k_displayport_optical_cable.html/overview DisplayPort MST Splitter: https://www.newegg.com/p/183-00HU-00028?Item=9SIBFMPJ5K9654&Description=displayport 1.4 mst&cm_re=displayport_1.4 mst-_-9SIBFMPJ5K9654-_-Product&cm_sp=SP-_-1579026-_-0-_-2-_-9SIBFMPJ5K9654-_-displayport 1.4 mst-_-1.4|displayport-_-17 Long Active USB 3 Cable: https://www.newegg.com/black-tripp-lite-65-ft-usb-3-0/p/N82E16812329608?Item=9SIAFJ86WS5360&quicklink=true USB Dock/Hub: https://www.newegg.com/wavlink-wl-umd501-gray/p/1DN-0023-00062?Item=9SIA6PFDAV1885 USB-C to USB-A: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1642996-REG/crucial_ctusbcfusbamad_crucial_x6_and_x8.html
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Hi, TL;DR: Is it really necessary to ground a patchpanel or, if building a networking rack, the entire rack and why? I recently discovered that the supposed "telephone jacks" dotted around our house are actually wired with cat.6a cabling, all arriving in the attic and most sitting there unterminated. I would like to hook them all up to a switch, as to take advantage of our new fiber connection without having to always rely on WiFi. Since I have never done anything involving putting together hardware I spent quite some time researching what ist needed, and stumbled upon patch panels. Thus my idea is to terminate all these (8) wires into a patch panel in the attic and then use short patch cables to hook them up to a switch and maybe put both in a small 6U rack as a means of keeping things tidy. But during my research I have stumbled upon various internet forums (all in German, sorry) claiming that I need to ground the rack and all components within, lest I risk not only damaging my components but having life-threatening 240V on the outside. I can't help but wonder why this is supposed to be necessary though, because was under the impression, that all components are grounded via their respective plugs? I have also never noticed anybody saying this during home network upgrade videos (eg. here or here). But even if I didn't use the rack (this is after all going into the attic that serves only as a storage space), I noticed that even patch panels not designed for rackmounting seem to have some sort of grounding cable (see for example here). Is it necessary to connect that to anything in this sort of home network? And if it is - why? If I'd be terminating the cables into rj-45 and plugging them directly into the switch, I wouldn't be grounding anything either. So what is the difference? Thanks in advance!
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So I'm going to Nero this thread again to say that I'm presently in discussion with protocase to go over and rework the LTT design for a build I'm working on. One concern I have is that the 3090 with a EKWB Vector block will not fit into a 4u case, so I'm considering 5U? Another thought is that placing the rads in front of the motherboard is a fundamentally flawed. My machine runs at over 600w in 'full tilt' OC mode. The thing is a furnace, it would be like placing you components in front of a heater. At this time, I have the hardware on a TT core p3 chassis with a EK 420mm rad (140x3) and its not even close to providing the head dissipation that I needs. To make maters worse, I recently ordered a new cpu that will provide the loop with even more heat. Wouldn't it make more sense to vent the case through its sides? I haven't purchased a server cabinet yet but I could imagine its design playing a roll in this decision. Anyway thanks for the consideration, any and all thoughts would be appreciated. hardware: MSI atx motherboard 9900k delidded with derbour OC plate -ekwb block evga ftw3 ultra 3090 -ekwb block 32 GB trident royal 3600mhz rog thor 1200 psu Hardware update (incoming next week) asus atx motherboard 5950x -ekwb monoblock supporting hardware from above to carry over
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Budget (including currency): 200 Country: somewhere in Europe Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: 6 2HE Servers, 1 48 Port Switch, 1 Patchpanel, 1 Console Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): Hi, to those who know how to build stuff from scratch. Im planning to buy me a new Server Rack, my current 12U is getting pretty cramped, and doesnt have a door. My Question is, whether it makes sense to buy a new rack or build your own. Is there a "huge" saving when building your own ? Dimensions: H 120cm W 50cm D 450 - 50cm
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Now that Linus' home is sort of smart, it's time to bring in the network rack to house the brains of the operation: Routers, switches, NVRs, UPSes, the whole nine yards! Why is it pink? Check out RackSolutions' RS148 Data Canter Server Cabinet at https://lmg.gg/cDiVF Buy Ubiquiti Networks UniFi Dream Machine Pro On Amazon (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/jdK5K On Newegg (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/hc2AS On B&H (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/xNaBk8 Buy Ubiquiti Networks Unifi 48Port Pro Switch Gen2 On Amazon (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/s2aWKOy On Newegg (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/AADxNBO On B&H (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/PBWnqFs Buy Ubiquiti UniFi Protect Network Video Recorder On Amazon (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/0yQhwww On Newegg (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/yZZNuNC On B&H (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/yXy2k Buy Ubiquiti Networks UniFi SmartPower Redundant Power System On Newegg (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/8McAA On B&H (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/DNuo Buy Eaton 9PX Lithium Ion UPS On Newegg (PAID LINK): https://geni.us/L9ZA
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I have a load of potentially rack mountable electronics and I'm so tired of all the clutter, so I'm thinking of moving everything into a rack. Got any recommendations for a good 3-4U chassis for an ATX gaming PC? Would it be worth designing a custom cooling solution with shrouds or are we talking water-cooling / downdraft coolers? Gimme pics of some cool rackmount builds, if you've got any thanks!!
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Country: United States Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: Linux Computer Node? Other details: I don't know what the customer wants these for, but I'm building them! As ever my job has steered me into building something amazing. Something not quite Epic, but truly Ripping... That's so bad I'm sorry. We have a customer that has in the past asked for some really beefy rigs as detailed on the forums last June. Mid March of this year they came back asking for more. Not more of the same, but simply More. By that I mean they want systems with more Cores/Threads, RAM, Storage and all of it in a 2/3U Rack mount... Now I told them point blank that I can't go past 128GB's of RAM on anything short of HEDT and they said Yes. After a few quotes we came down to the following specs. CPU: R9-3970X (32c/64t) Cooler: Dynamix A26 (Small and fits.) RAM: 8x32GB Crucial Ballistix 3,200Mhz CL16 (They wanted 512GB but didn't want to pay for ThreadRipper Pro) Mobo: ASRock TRX40 Creator (Does what they want +10Gb NIC for inter node connection) Storage- SSD: 1TB Samsung 970 EVO (Because they don't need a 980PRO) HDDs: 3 x 8TB Seagate Ironwolfs in RAID 5 (More Storage, More Better) GPU: GT710 (No GPU Compute in these rigs.) PSU: BeQuiet PurePower 11 500w (Enough power, 80+ Gold and Modular) Case: iStar D-Storm 300-PFS (3U, Full ATX, Rack mount) + Extra Noctua fan for airflow. The only thing I'm woried about is the small CPU Cooler, but it's rated for the job given enough airflow. Here is the Parts Picture less the case, I'll upload the build when It's all done.
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Hi, i need an advice for a rackserverchassy for my existing Server. There shout be many places for my hard drives, but schould not cost too much. ( It would be great to find something in the range of 50 - 200 €) And it should have enought space for my bequiet 360 AIO and the ATX MSI Mainboard. Budget (including currency): depents (€) Country: Germany Games, programs or workloads that it will be used for: Not anything but anything. Other details (existing parts lists, whether any peripherals are needed, what you're upgrading from, when you're going to buy, what resolution and refresh rate you want to play at, etc): 4x WD RED (not the bullshit ones) 4 TB 3.5" 1x Samsung 840 Pro 512 GB 2.5" THX for any advice you have :)
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Hello guys, I have to build several rack mounted systems which will be moved around. They don't need huge amounts of drive slots (the systems will only have SSDs in them) and will only have one GPU inside. But this GPU is the problem. I am kinda scared that when these systems will be moved (most of them will be mounted in television broadcasting vans) that the GPUs will break from their slots. Are there any 4U (or preferably even smaller but 4U would be fine) cases that have inbuilt GPU stability support (in bracket form or some other way)? The GPUs in question are also quite big/heavy (2080S and in the future 3080 and maybe 3090s) so even in a normal desktop case they could need some support stopping them from "sacking". If there aren't any such rack cases out there does anyone have an idea for the GPU support short of manufacturing custom mounting hardware? We are a very small, independent camera development company so all suggestions are greatly appreciated. Thanks for your time and I hope you all have an awesome day.
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Hey guys, I have a rack at home and would like to add cooling. There are several solutions out there, and the one that I might get is this one: https://lanberg.pl/en/produkt/AK-1503-B Based on the documentation, it shows an airflow of 46 CFM/per fan. I was wondering what if I use the Noctua's NF-A14 industrial ppc 24v 3000 q100 ip67 PWM. Those fans seem very powerful, but I have no idea how I would connect them to AC power from the rack. Is there a 1U fan tray solution in which I can mount my fans? I guess it has to have an AC/24V DC converter as well to power those fans. Thank you in advance if anyone can point me in the right direction
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Hi All Before moving into our new and renovated home, I had planned to build a desk PC but this plan won't work as well as I would want it to. Beijing being Beijing, space is so expensive so getting anything extra is a big bonus. External radiator: The original idea was to have a passively cooled PC using quite a few radiators, whereas now I'm thinking of getting a larger radiator(s) for a car etc and putting this on the outside of the house and wall mounting the PC. The new place is a bit strangely laid out, we occupy the ground and -1 floors, below us are storage rooms and there's a void on either side of the house (including next to my office) where a skylight lets light into the windows of rooms like my office and the storage room below. That void stays pretty cool in summer (Beijing is in the 30s °C, this must be in the teens), and quite cold in winter (often in the - figures, can get below -10°C probably a similar temperature despite being underground). I'm thinking that there will probably be 2 major considerations, pressure and the risk of freezing. Pressure I can overcome with pumps and staying with serial flow, but interested if anyone has experience with getting the pressure to run through a large radiator like a car. With the freezing risk, I can go with antifreeze as coolant but it looks like people have stated it needs to be diluted quite substantially. Does anyone have knowledge on this? This PC also won't be on all of the time, so I am concerned about it ptoentially freezing if the concentration is not good enough. Rack mounting The alternative would be to rack mount it. I have a 42U rack about 3 meters away from my office. The office has 2 ethernet jacks using CAT7 currently wired into a USW Pro 48+UDM Pro. I wouldn't mind replacing the wire in 1 of these with another that could enable a more distant setup. It also wouldn't be out of the question to run a wire up through the ceiling and to the rack. The length of this cable would probably need to be at least 11/12m. By the time I get around to this, or just coincide with an upgrade, my current CPU/MOBO will likely be replaced. Considering these 2 may be replaced, what would your thoughts on this be? My requirements currently (and likely stay this way for a while) are: 4k HDR 144hz display with 1ms refresh rate. 2 additional portrait 1080p monitors. USB: keypad, keyboard, mouse, webcam, DAC and another couple of ports for adhoc use. Would TB4 be the way to go or is there something else that's advisable? Especially given that there's already CAT 7 to play with. I'll rewatch some of Linus' house videos to refresh my memory on what he's doing but I think he was using a long corning TB cable that isn't easy to get your hands on. I don't mind going slightly experimental but it would be good to have a proof of concept/example before proceeding. I've used TB3 with a Caldigit dock as part of a previous setup and was happy with that. Any thoughts or references would be greatly appreciated! Many thanks
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I would like to build myself a new (quiet) VM/container (Proxmox) server. Some requirements: - As low as possible on power - Capable to run ultiple VM's and containers in Proxmox withcout any compromises - Enough storage for all the VM's (the more the better ) - As cheap as possible - Rack case - I live in Belgium so old enterprise hardware is not that much available here... I am planning on building a second node, I currently have a server running with 1 running Windows Server 2019 VM, 1 pfsense VM and 5 Containers. The Virtual Machines are relatively slow, specs will be listed below! I would want to have at least 2-3 windows VM instances running with no hassle what so ever, but also have the containers running with no issues. Type of vms: - Windows server VM - windows 7 vm (for testing) - Windows vista VM (for testing) Type of CT (containers): - Webserver + database server - gitlab server - gitlab runner server - FiveM (game) server, for testing and development - Independant Database server - Plex media server (needs storage) Specs of my current server: CPU(s) 8 x Intel(R) Xeon(R) CPU E5405 @ 2.00GHz (2 Sockets) 8x 2GB DDR2 FB-DIMM 667 MT/s RAM 6x 68.3 GiB HDD's (2.5") 2x redundant PSU (700 WATT each) So my current load, when I start up all of my CT's and VM's is the following; https://i.imgur.com/C8VDXDB.png And yes, that's idle.... (8 containers and 2 VM's) Anyone here who maybe can help me out finding the right parts? I'd like to have this build in a server rack case
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So I've got a Dell Powerconnect 2848 that does exactly what I need, but I am bothered by one thing: I replaced the stock delta fans (loud) with Noctua 40x10 12v fans. They work, BUT the switch complains in the console with: >FAN #1 IN NON-FUNCTIONAL STATE - REPLACE >FAN #2 IN NON-FUNCTIONAL STATE - REPLACE And the fan light on the front flashes red and green constantly, which again states a failed fan. It's been running fine and has not gone above operating temp for multiple days at near max load. Here's my plan: Add resistance to the voltage line on the Noctua fan so that the switch thinks it's got the delta fan plugged in and stops complaining. Thoughts?
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To start off, I Imagine this will be quite a long post, it's somewhat of a rant, and I don't really need anything right now so it's going to immediately turn of lots of people. That's fine. I just wanted to hear some feedback regarding my experience trying to find server cabinets for a future project I have in mind. This is a place for discussion after all. So bear with me. So I have this idea right. It's somewhat a dream of mine and I've spent a long time thinking of how to achieve this even if it will take a few years. I would like to somewhat follow in Linus' footsteps after he completed Personal Rig Update 2015(2016) and successfully utilized Optical Thunderbolt to move his personal rig out of the same room as his peripherals. I have a similar idea to that, but on an entirely different scale. My idea is this: I would like to source a 24-42u server cabinet/ enclosure, a server rack-mounted 4u case(which I will get multiples of), and multiple runs of 100ft Optical thunderbolt cable. I don't know if I will be in the same house when I finally start working on this project, but the issue still remains. I would clear a space in the basement to place the server cabinet, build a new personal rig and a few other high-performance computers, and finally run the Optical Thunderbolt upstairs to a room where all the peripherals will connect to a breakout box. This system can apply to multiple rooms in the house running off different computers. Each desk basically acting as a sort of terminal to each respective computer. This will allow the computers 4u's worth of space for housing high-performance components while taking up that space somewhere else entirely(in the server cabinet in the basement). The cabinet will not just house computers; I plan to create a home lab with full networking and a NAS. I probably spent more time than I should researching components and solutions for future reference. I managed to find a couple great options for 4u rackmount computer cases that are compatible with the parts I would like to use and might even have room for water cooling. The last piece of the puzzle in my mind is a cabinet to house everything. I thought this would be the easiest part because server cabinets are standardised and don't vary much from model to model... right? Also price wouldn't be an issue because it's just fabricated metal, they oftentimes don't even come with rails, sides, a door, or even casters........... right? <rant> So as I've spent a long time researching everything that will go in the cabinet, I've also spent a long time researching the cabinets themselves. I Immediately hit a wall because I started to see a pattern with the price. "Why is an 18u open-frame rack more than $500US? It doesn't even have rails, sides, a door, or even casters." You can see where I'm going with this. I was somewhat surprised to find that sites like Amazon and Newegg didn't have a large selection, but that's somewhat justified because those are more consumer-centric sites. So I started looking at sites like: rackmountsolutions .net, xcase .co.uk, servercase .co.uk, racksolutions .com (not to be confused with rackmountsolutions .net), superlogics .com, ebay and even my local craigslist. At this point I started getting frustrated. I just wanna find a 24-42u standard 19 inch 25-30 inch-deep cabinet to house my hobby. I can envision the bomb cost for most of these cabinets being under $100. So what gives? I've read about a dozen times about how building a cabinet can be a better solution than actually buying one by a company that specializes in building them. Like, actually what the fuck. Is the only reason why cabinets are so expensive because manufacturers artificially inflate the price because only large corporations and data centers purchase their products? This can't be the only reason can it? There's no monopoly/ oligopoly with server cabinet manufacturers. Where's the competition? The only way to find reasonably priced enclosures that I've heard of so far is to find ones that aren't being used anymore; Surplus, unused, no longer needed, being sold for less than half their original value. And it's still kind of overpriced. I should stop. </rant> I'm interested to hear what others think of the situation and I'm open to suggestions regarding a better server cabinet solution, or a better solution overall with this project-in-the-making. Here's the cases I'm looking at: ARK IPC-4570 Black Nice design, built well, reasonable price. Rosewill RSV-L4000 Slightly longer, more fans, room for water cooling? Here's a cabinet I kinda like, too bad it's expensive: Tripp Lite 24U Blaaaaack, sweet-spot size, fully-enclosed, expensive :c tl;dr Why are server rack-mount cabinets enclosures so expensive?
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I am trying to build a workstation computer to hold me over until later in the year when I build my two PC workstation. (From my other topic, for those who were assisting me). I need someone to proofread through the build, make any suggestions, and I need to figure out a good server rack, and what kind of chassis will fit that rack. This is my current build... https://pcpartpicker.com/list/YxnZGf Please ignore the case, as I would prefer this build to reside in a server rack with more of my equipment in the future. I am trying to keep the price for this set up around $2,500. I think I have a pretty good build for my purposes. Adobe Premiere, After Effects, Dream Weaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Blender, Unreal Engine 4, Music DAWs/VSTs. This isn't supposed to compare to my other super-builds, but just something more capable than an 8GB ram/2-core system with lower end graphics, that can better handle my needs. A few things that use some help. The biggest dollar amounts are the RAM and the graphics card. Is there a cheaper alternative (that won't sacrifice too much quality) for the 64GB RAM? I would like to keep it at 64GB, but something less expensive, if possible? The graphics card can actually be used again later in a higher end build, but if there is an equal alternative for less, please let me know. Possibly more importantly, as I'm even more confused by this, I need to find a suitable server rack/cabinet. For some reason, everywhere I look online, they are upwards of $500? If I were to buy a server 42U server rack like this... http://www.ebay.com/itm/42U-4-Post-Open-Frame-Server-Data-Rack-19-Adjustable-Depth-25-37-/152319524887?hash=item2376f38017:g:LmgAAOSw5cNYK4xf could someone explain to me the dimensions of the actual chassis for the PC that I would need to buy, or throw a few recommendations my way, so I could go look it up. For someone reason, no matter how much I search on the internet, I can't seem to find a reliable answer, which I figure would've been something simple?
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iStarUSA Group home page: http://istarusa.com (contact them for your OEM/ODM projects) Where to buy iStarUSA Group products: http://www.istarusa.com/where2buy.php Buy iStarUSA products on Amazon: http://geni.us/x2raA Do you think server racks can't be "cool" enough to display out in the open? Claytek disagrees...
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Hey all For my home setup, I'm looking to move my FreeNAS box to a rack mounted solution. However, as I'm strapped for space in my garage, I'd ideally like to mount the thing in a wall mounted rack. Since those are fairly limited in space, I'm looking for short depth solutions. The twist that complicates my search a little more: I'm in Belgium, Europe. So getting hold of something like the Norco Tek RPC-4308 is turning out to be a little more difficult than I thought. Anyone around here able to point me to other case manufacturers that make something similar, that's hopefully available here? I found this similar one which I could buy from the UK, but have never heard of it, nor seem to be able to find reviews.
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Hi, I am working on buying my own server rack to fit in my switch, NAS etc. I am searching for a server cabinet which is max 350mm in height and 550mm deep. Because the closet door is fixed on top of my closet the cabinet door must have 15mm space at the top-side. I would like it to be an 6U so I would be able to fit in three units and still be able to place my NAS (Synology DS1515+) on the bottom. Most 6U cabinets I find are 368mm in height and will nog fit my closet. Any suggestions or brilliant ideas over here? I don't have a huge budget btw. Regards Patrick
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Hey everybody. I configured a computer meant for a rack case. I don't have a case in mind yet, so I wanted to ask if you guys have suggestions. It needs to be able to fit some sort of AIO water cooler or similar for under 250$ bucks to cool the 800MHz overclock on the 6800K. This is the PCPP link. https://pcpartpicker.com/list/f4xGRG Any suggestions for coolers and cases welcome. Case should be around 250$. TY, Lu
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Hey guys, I cannot seem to get a right case for the project i'm doing at work. Since i work at a Sound & Light place and we bought ourselfs a nice huge ledwall to play with. I want to buid a media server / Visuals PC in a flightcase, to produce our visuals , video mapping etc. with resolume or madrix and that sort of things. Since it needs to go on jobs we offcourse want this all nice and safe in a Flightcase. i already found a nice Flightcase with rack mounting inside. The Flightcase is 4U in front and 10U on top. The idea is to get a 2U server / rack case for the build itself, 1U for a drawer to store the mouse / keyboard and other things and then save the last 1U slot for a rackmounted flip up monitor. Well here is the snatch. To build this machine i prefere to have a 2U case capable of housing a full length GPU (if i need a 90° pci-e risers i don't mind). BUT the flightcase can only handle 45cm of rackable length so idealy less would be nice, because i want to keep it wired and connected in the back. and front USB's would be a nice thing than I already searched around for it but i cannot find a good fit for the project , perhaps you guys can help me with sourcing one out Maybe some details , i'm located in belgium so perhaps a case i can find in europe would be nice. So i do't pay a metric butload on shipping costs.