A $3500 budget proposal:
Areca 1230 RAID card - $730
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16816131006
Model Brand Areca Model ARC-1230 Specifications Type SATA II Internal Connectors 6 Multi-lane connectors Support up to 12 Serial ATA II drives Interface PCI-Express x8 Transfer Rate 300MB/s speed at each SATA-II drive ports Cache Memory One SODIMM socket with default 256MB of DDR333 SDRAM with ECC protection, Upgrade to 1GB. An ECC or non-ECC SDRAM module RAID RAID level 0, 1 (10), 3, 5, 6 (if RAID 6 engine supported) and JBOD
Multiple RAID selection
Online Array roaming
Online RAID level/stripe size migration
Online RAID capacity expansion and RAID level migration simultaneously
Instant availability and background initialization
Automatic drive insertion/removal detection and rebuilding
Greater than 2TB per volume set
Support S.M.A.R.T, NCQ and OOB Staggered Spin-up capable drives Operating Systems Supported Windows 2000/XP/Server 2003
Redhat Linux, SuSE Linux
FreeBSD
Solaris 10x86
UnixWare 7.1.x
Netware 6.5 Features Features Intel IOP333 I/O processor
Write-through or write-back cache support
Multi-adapter support for large storage requirements
BIOS boot support for greater fault tolerance
BIOS PnP (plug and play) and BBS (BIOS boot specification) support
Intel RAID 6 Engine to support extreme performance RAID 6
NVRAM for RAID event & transaction log
Redundant flash image for adapter availability
1GB so-dimm (for cache) - $94
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820145518
Model Brand CORSAIR Series ValueSelect Model VS1GSDS333 Type 200-Pin DDR SO-DIMM Tech Spec Capacity 1GB Speed DDR 333 (PC 2700) Cas Latency 2.5 Voltage 2.5V ECC No Buffered/Registered Unbuffered Heat Spreader No Warranty Manufacturer Warranty Lifetime
Areca battery backup module - $130
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16815999401
Model Brand Areca Model ARC-6120 BBM Features Features Compatible with all ARC 11xx and 12xx controllers. Will back up cache memory for up to 72 hrs in case of disk failure or power outage
Intel 775 server board - $215
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16813121268
Specifications
Model
Brand Intel
Model SE7221BK1LX
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type Socket T (LGA 775)
CPU Type Intel Pentium 4
FSB 800 MHz
Supported CPU Technologies Hyper-Threading Technology
Chipsets
North Bridge Intel E7221
South Bridge Intel ICH6R
Memory
Number of DDR2 Slots 4x 240pin DDR2
DDR2 Standard DDR2 400/533
Maximum Memory Supported 4GB
Dual Channel Supported Yes
ECC Supported Yes
Expansion Slots
PCI Express x8 1
PCI-X Slots (64-bit 100MHz) 2
PCI Slots 1
Storage Devices
PATA 1 x ATA 100 up to 2 Devices
SATA 4 x SATA 150
SATA RAID Zero Channel RAID supportRAID 0,1, and10
Onboard Video
Onboard Video Yes
Onboard Video Chipset Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 900
Onboard LAN
LAN Chipset Intel 82541PI
LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps
Second LAN Chipset Intel 82541PI
Second LAN Speed 10/100/1000Mbps
Max LAN Speed Dual 10/100/1000Mbps
Rear Panel Ports
PS/2 2
COM 1
VGA 1
USB 2x USB 2.0
Onboard USB
Onboard USB one internal USB header
Physical Spec
Form Factor ATX
Dimensions 12.0" x 9.6"
Features
Features Excellent processing power for entry-level server applicationsIndustry-standard ATX form factor with a 1U rack-friendly layout
104437 Universal 3.5" Hard Disk to 5.25" Bay - $2.59
Source:
http://www.provantage.com/datastor-104437~7DTTS02N.htm
Details
Easily mount your 3.5" Drive into any Standard 5.25" bay with This, simple to use, inexpensive bracket Kit. All the Hardware you need, to install your 3.5" Drive into a 5.25" bay is Included. For Seagate baracuda/Cheetah Drives, please Order SKU# 116444 instead of 116443. Product Featureso Universal configuration.o Complete with all the Hardware you'll need. System and other Requirementso 5.25" half height bay. Warrantyo Standard Warranty: Lifetime.o Datastor's limited lifetime Warranty. Package Contains the Followingo 1" 3.5" to 5.25" half height Upgrade bracket.o 1 screw pack M3 x .5 x 5MM.
2x1GB ECC DDR2 533 - $195
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820221033
Details
Easily mount your 3.5" Drive into any Standard 5.25" bay with This, simple to use, inexpensive bracket Kit. All the Hardware you need, to install your 3.5" Drive into a 5.25" bay is Included. For Seagate baracuda/Cheetah Drives, please Order SKU# 116444 instead of 116443. Product Featureso Universal configuration.o Complete with all the Hardware you'll need. System and other Requirementso 5.25" half height bay. Warrantyo Standard Warranty: Lifetime.o Datastor's limited lifetime Warranty. Package Contains the Followingo 1" 3.5" to 5.25" half height Upgrade bracket.o 1 screw pack M3 x .5 x 5MM.
WD RE 250GB $450 - 5x (4 in the array and a hot spare)
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16820221033
Specifications
Model
Brand Western Digital
Series Caviar RE
Model WD2500YD
Performance
Interface SATA 3.0Gb/s
Capacity 250GB
RPM 7200 RPM
Cache 16MB
Average Seek Time 8.9ms
Average Write Time 10.9ms
Average Latency 4.2ms
Physical Spec
Form Factor 3.5"
Features
Features FlexPower– connector technology that accepts power from either industry-standard or new SATA power supplies.Hot plug support – allows swapping of hard drives without having to power down the system or reboot; promotes system design flexibility, data availability, and serviceability.Backplane compatibility – uses the SATA industry standard connector which includes alignment ears and 3-stage electrical mating sequence, designed specifically for backplanes and hot pluggability.SATA latching connector – provides a secure connection between the hard drive and the cable connector via a locking latch mechanism.
Warranty
Manufacturer Warranty 5-Year
Hitachi 7k80 (system drive, another for RAID1 would be nice as well) - $46 each
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16822145082
Specifications
Model
Brand HITACHI
Series Deskstar 7K80
Model HDS728080PLA380(0A30356)
Performance
Interface SATA 3.0Gb/s
Capacity 80GB
RPM 7200 RPM
Cache 8MB
Average Seek Time 8.8ms
Average Latency 4.17ms
Physical Spec
Form Factor 3.5"
Features
Features Backwards compatible with SATA 3.0Gb/sThinner and longer cabling for easier routing
Warranty
Manufacturer Warranty 3-Year
DVD drive - $18
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16827101654
Specifications
Model
Brand BenQ
Type DVD-ROM Drive
Model 1650V-0C3
Performance
DVD-ROM Access Time 90ms
CD-ROM Access Time 100ms
Cache 512K
Data Transfer Rate DVD: 177.28 Mbit/sec max.CD: 7500 KByte/sec max.
READ Speed
DVD-ROM 16X
CD-ROM 50X
Physical Spec
Form Factor 5"
Panel Color Black
Configuration
Load Type Tray
Interface E-IDE/ATAPI
Features
Features Compact Drive DesignMaximum Media CompatibilityUnique Aerodynamics U-Shape Case DesignTriple Flame-Proof DesignGreen Product Complied - Help saving our globe
Pentium D 805 (dual isnt absolutely necessary, but its very little extra on top of a single core) - $121
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16819116001
Specifications
Model
Brand Intel
Series Pentium D
Model BX80551PE2666FN
CPU Socket Type
CPU Socket Type LGA 775
Tech Spec
Core Smithfield
Multi-Core Dual-Core
Name Pentium D 805
Operating Frequency 2.66GHz
FSB 533MHz
L1 Cache 24KB+32KB
L2 Cache 2 x 1MB
Process Type 90 nm
Hyper-Threading Support No
64 bit Support Yes
Multimedia Instruction MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3
Voltage 1.25-1.4V
Cooling Device Heatsink and Fan
Warranty
Manufacturer Warranty 3-Year
SATA DLT4 internal drive (SATA is a bit unusual on tape drives, but it saves the cost of SCSI) - $949
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16840113018
Specifications
Model
Brand Quantum
Model BHBAM-EY
Type Internal
Color Black
Media Type DLT-V4
Capacity & Interface
Compressed Capacity 320GB
Native Capacity 160GB
Interface SATA
Performance
Native Sustained Transfer Rate 10 MB/s
Compressed Sustained Transfer Rate 20 MB/s
Average Access Time 84s
Physical Spec
Dimensions 5.8" x 1.7" x 8.9"
Weight 3.0 lbs.
Power Requirements
Requirements +12 / +5 VDC
Consumption <14W
Warranty
Manufacturer Warranty 3-Year
PCP&C 510 - $220
Source:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16817703001
Specifications
Model
Brand PC Power & Cooling
Model 510 SLI-PFC
SPEC
Type ATX12V
Maximum Power 510W
Fans 1
PFC Active
Main Connector 24-Pin
Dual +12V No
SLI Support NVIDIA SLI Certified
Power Good Signal 300ms
Hold-up Time 24ms
Efficiency 75%
Over Voltage Protection YES
Overload Protection YES
Input Voltage 90 - 264V
Input Frequency Range 47 - 63Hz
Output +5V @ 40A,+12V @ 34A/38A,-5V @ 0.3A,-12V @ 2A,+3.3V @ 30A,+5VSB @ 3A
MTBF >100,000 Hours
Approvals UL/ ULC/ TUV/ CE
Features
Connectors 1 x Main connector (24 pin)1 x 12V (P4)8 x peripheral6 x SATA1 x Floppy2 x PCI-E
Features nVIDIA SLI Certified, 510W (650W peak) @ 50°C (industrial rated), The highest +12VDC output (34A, 38A peak), Designed for PCI Express and SLI systems
Etech4sale CODEGEN SERVER 14BAY NO PS - $108.00
Source:
http://www.etech4sale.com/hardware/partinfo-id-120579.html
· Mfr Part Number: S-101
· Dimensions: 22.05"(D) X 9.84"(W) X 25.59"(H);
· Drive Bays: 5.25"x11; 3.5"x1; Internal: 3.5"x2;
· Main Board: ATX; Ext. ATX MB (12\'x13")
· Power Supply: No P.S.
· USB; No
· W/Door & Lock
Total cost of File Server - $3278.59
PROs and CONs
Pro's of SATA: Simple installation, dirt cheap drives (GB/$$$ wise), huge drives (going to 750GB)
Con's: Slower then SCSI in seek times (looking for small files)
For SCSI
Pro: Amazing seek times; lightning fast read/write speeds and very reliable drives (designed for servers).
Con: EXPENSIVE, not only the drives, but also the controllers; motors give off a lot of heat; and relative small HD's.
