The Intro
Hello, I am planning a server build to replace old equipment I am currently utilizing. This will be my first experience with Unraid so I am hoping to receive confirmations or corrections of my understanding of the software. The starting point of this build is the Intel 9900k, currently on sale at Microcenter right now.
The Use Cases
- NAS
- Homelab VMs & Containers
- Gaming VM
The Build
Parts were (primarily) selected based on:
- Availability at microcenter to facility a one-stop-shop
- Cost to performance ratio
- Features
- Ability to accomplish goals
- Wiggle room for upgrades or adjustments
The Parts
| Component | Product | Price |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Intel Core i9-9900K | 605 |
| CPU Cooler | Noctua NH-D15 | 115 |
| Motherboard | Asus PRIME Z390-A | cpubundle |
| Memory | Ripjaws V 64GB(4x16) 3200CL16 | 225 |
| Storage | (1x) Samsung 970 EvoPlus 1TB NVME | cpubundle |
| Storage | (1x) Samsung 860 Evo 1TB SATA | 104 |
| Storage | (3x) 12TB Shucked WD Elements | on-hand |
| Video Card | 980 Ti (placeholder) | on-hand |
| Case | Cooler Master NR600 | 70 |
| Power Supply | EVGA BQ 650 W | 80 |
| Other | Intel Pro 1000 PT | on-hand |
The Drive Configuration
| Quantity | Size | Details | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 12TB | Shucked WD Elements | Parity |
| 2 | 12TB | Shucked WD Elements | Array |
| 1 | 1TB | 970 EVO+ NVME | Passthru for Windows Gaming VM |
| 1 | 1TB | 860 EVO SATA | Unassigned for VM+Containers |
The PCIe & SATA Configuration
Confirmation on my PCIe lane assignment would be appreciated. Please see the extra section for reference material
| Slot | Lanes | Device |
|---|---|---|
| PCIEX16_1 | 16 | 970ti |
| PCIEX16_2 | 0 | n/a |
| PCIEX16_3 | 4 | Intel Pro 1000 PT |
| M.2_1 | 4 | 970 EvoPlus |
| M.2_2 | 0 | n/a |
| SATA6G_1 | n/a | Shucked WD Elements |
| SATA6G_2 | n/a | Shucked WD Elements |
| SATA6G_3 | n/a | Shucked WD Elements |
| SATA6G_4 | n/a | 860 EVO |
The Extras
This is some of the supplemental information and quick references I gathered to help make my decisions
