Author: Robin Wilson Date: To: Hampshire LUG Discussion List Subject: [Hampshire] Suggestion for low-power file server to run at home
Hi all,
I've recently moved into a flat and am starting to get my computer setup there sorted. I'd like to set up a low-power server, running in a cupboard somewhere (the equivalent of 'under the stairs' in my one-floor flat). The main purpose of this server will be to store files (both for streaming to media playing devices, such as a computer running XBMC under the TV and my O2 Joggler (running Ubuntu and XBMC) in the kitchen, and for backing up other devices). However, I'd also like to be able to run a few other programs on it - maybe have an FTP server, some other small test servers (web servers for development etc).
I've heard good things about the GuruPlug - would that be appropriate for this situation? Would it have enough power to send video across the network for streaming? Are there other alternatives to the GuruPlug which are larger (size doesn't really matter much, but power consumption does) and possibly cheaper?
