A low-cost NAS setup that could sit beside a Mac mini server
Two low-cost NAS systems are being used as home storage machines. The top item is a delid tool that is often used with PTM7950 thermal pads.
The middle system uses a Drobo case, an Intel i5 4570S , and four 4 terabyte WD Red . The bottom system is a custom build with an Asus Z370I board, an Intel i5 8600K , a Ugreen 2.5GbE USB adapter, and six reused 8 terabyte Dell .
Both storage systems run TrueNAS. The whole setup sits on plywood with caster wheels so it can be moved around more easily.
Key points
- Two budget NAS systems are running TrueNAS.
- One system uses an i5 4570S and four 4 terabyte WD Red .
- The other uses an i5 8600K and six reused 8 terabyte Dell .
- A Ugreen 2.5GbE USB adapter adds faster wired .
- Plywood and caster wheels make the storage stack easier to move.