Re: [Hampshire] Recommendation please - Big NAS

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Author: Tony Whitmore
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To: hampshire
Subject: Re: [Hampshire] Recommendation please - Big NAS
On 31.05.2012 11:39, Rob Malpass wrote:
> So I guess my question is - why not build a machine myself
> instead of the microserver?   Quietness isn't much of an issue
> because it'll be in a room separate to the TV.   Are there any other
> considerations here?


The following spring to mind:
Power consumption (& therefore running cost)
Physical space
Availability of spares/replacements
Expected lifespan of existing equipment

All worth taking into consideration I think!

Tony

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