Web Hosting Talk : Web Hosting Main Forums : Colocation and Data Centers : discuss the guide a stable server

[joelin]

Hi,

i am not a expert,
and this post does not want to teach how to build a server,
i just want to list my learn from here and list,
and i hope many expert here can share your know how if possible.


first, i use "stable" instead of "powerful",
it is because i know more ram、higher level muti-core cpu、15k sas will give more resource,
and it will really be more powerful,
of course,it will spend more money.

i want to build a reliable server that will not crash due to hardware conflict or unstable problem.


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CPU: ES version is ok.
CPU FAN:install well and make the cpu on low temperature is important.
RAM: had better use the same batch number for all.
HD: if want to do raid,all the HD had better use the same batch number for all and the same size.
PSU: the W had better over your need
BOARD: for muti-cpu,server board only;for one cpu,low end board is ok.
CHASSIS & FANs: ventilate the hot wind out and do not make the inside hot
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it looks likely i do not do any important conclusion,
if possible,i hope you may give your suggestion.



thanks

[ZL6net]

Provide "clean" power and keep it cool.

You can pretty much throw together any old, dusty junk and have a reliable, stable server.

It really depends what you are trying to do with your server. Hosting, file sharing, Virtualization, gaming, etc.

You can build a "quality" 1u, Dual Core, 2GB, 2x500GB SATA RAID server for ~$500 with quite a bit of power for most needs.

Also, you can build 1u, 8 core, 32GB, 8x15k SAS RAID for ~$5,000 if you have the need.

First determine your intended use and budget, then it will be easier to reccommend hardware/software compatible components.

[FastServ]

Have chong/apaqdigital build your boxes...he has so much experience and knowledge it's just silly...that is the guide to a reliable server! =)