Hi folks, I would like to replace my 10 year old Synology RS815 with a self-made TrueNAS. Not sure if it’s going to be Core oder SCALE. I would prefer Core as I’m pretty used to FreeBSD and ZFS. But the rumors about it being dead unsettles me. # My workloads and expectations It will be focused o…

BTW here’s a picture of my “rack” [image]

I’d look for a Pro 5600G or GE model - these are laptop units that use far less power than the regular CPUs. Just be sure to get an unlocked model. The “Pro” buys you official ECC support whereas non-pro models only imply ECC support. As for the LSI, I’d try to find a 9400 era model for lower powe…

[image] Override2490: But the rumors about it being dead unsettles me. What “rumors”? CORE has been on life support for at least the last five years; iX haven’t done anything meaningful with it since they announced SCALE. iX have been recommending SCALE for new deployments for years now, an…

That’s what I meant. Thank you for clarifying. I’m completely fine with SCALE.

I also saw the GE models but they are really hard to get. I first had the PRO 5650G on my list and then realized that I don’t need integrated graphics and assumed the 5600 draws less power. But I see your point about ECC support. I may go back to the 5650G. And thank’s for the tip regarding HBA. I …

That got me in the right direction. I found the Silverstone TX500 Gold. There is a 3d-printable mounting bracket on Printables exactly made for my case. If anyone is interested, search for SRC-2080X07 site:printables.com

[image] Override2490: I am having a hard time finding an affordable motherboard and CPU combination that is power-efficient, reasonably priced and supports ECC. [image] Memes! TrueNAS, ZFS, and related | (Share your own!) General Discussion also to menti…

haha so where’s my unicorn then? :rofl:

[image] Override2490: I’m based in Europe (switzerland exactly), which sometimes makes it hard to get some parts. Have a look at ricardo.ch. [image] Override2490: I do not like having to buy a proprietary(?) psu for my case. But I’m also not that familiar with the form factors that exist…

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Constantin November 15, 2025, 2:22pm 10

See this thread for a really interesting discussion re: what Ryzen to go for, how to save power, etc. @Mark_the_Red did some really great research into how to build a very efficient NAS using the Ryzen 5650G.

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