Smallest 6 Bay 2.5 SATA SSD NAS Build | Cheap NAS using Mini PC | DIY NAS using LattePanda Sigma SBC
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- čas přidán 13. 04. 2024
- Discover the power of compact, travel-friendly storage tech with our latest CZcams video, where we transform a portable direct attached storage unit into a fully functional Network Attached Storage (NAS) using only 2.5-inch SSDs. If you've ever considered a DIY NAS, this is your chance to dive deep into the process. We use a variety of cutting-edge components, including the Latte Panda Sigma board and 6 SATA SSDs, to create a solution that's not only effective but also incredibly space-efficient. Join us as we walk through each step of the build, from the hardware setup to the software configuration with True NAS Core OS. Whether you're a tech enthusiast or a seasoned builder, this video is packed with valuable insights and tips. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments!
Also, if anyone is planning to do a similar build with a 3D printed chassis, please do share it with me I am curious to see how it turns out !
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Mini PCs
- www.amazon.com/youyeetoo-X1-W...
- www.amazon.com/LattePanda-Del...
- www.amazon.com/s?k=Mini+PC&cr...
Hard Drive Cages
- www.aliexpress.us/item/325680...
- www.amazon.com/ICY-DOCK-Mobil...
Pico PSU
- www.amazon.com/s?k=Pico+PSUs&...
Buck Converters
- www.amazon.com/dp/B09R49R76K
SATA Adapters
- www.aliexpress.us/item/325680...
Power Switch
- www.amazon.com/s?k=PC+Power+B...
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- latticedensity.com
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- reddit.com/r/latticedensity
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did you actually have to include a step down of the voltage? according to the specs the lattepanda works from 12v to 20v - so you could have just used a 12v psu throughout?
That is a very good question, I wanted to explain that but was too much of a detour so left it out. So, you are technically correct, however there are 2 main reasons for me not doing so,
- They provide a 19V 90W adapter which is the official one they suggest to use, so didn't want to showcase something unofficial here.
- The board needs at least 90W to run properly according to their documentation, probably more if there is heavy load so using a 12V adapter will mean that we will need a 7.5A + power brick @ 12V (90W/12V = 7.5W) which are not very common, and often expensive (high current low voltage is expensive than low current high voltage in general). So instead of crippling the board, I decided to use the buck converter which is like < $5 a piece so was much more cost effective and appropriate, IMO.
Thanks for the question though, gave me an opportunity to clear this out.
One useful tip for building projects in the future: always take into consideration that you might have to disassemble your build at some stage, so design things which can be taken apart and disassembled. While the case looks well put together, you're gonna have to destroy it in order to access the internals in case you want to replace or fix something and that will make the building expensive on the long run.
Yeah that's very true. Like I mentioned in the video, I hadn't spent too much time perfecting the case here but ideally I would keep repair-ability a top priority 🤘🏻
Overspending on that sbc which has no ECC and then lacking money for a Jonsbo N2, my kind of humor 😂
A nice lattice based 3d case would look amazing, and improve your cooling.
Yeah definitely, I just started sharing my projects recently and haven't yet started showing of 3D prints yet, as I want to keep the builds accessible to most people around the world. But if one has access to a 3D printer, then yeah, definitely I would suggest it over such handmade cases. Thanks for watching !
all of your builds are so compact and i love the wooden box, it looks cool❄
Thanks! Appreciate it. Design Density is definitely a theme I try maintain and will keep doing as far as I can.
Nice quality videos!
Cool idea, thank you!
Thanks, appreciate it! There is much room to grow on this idea, can fit 6 more drives if you want, even more, as dual M.2 or even triple M.2 slotted Mini PCs and SBC Broads are everywhere these days, and the Pico PSUs have power to drive tens of small SSDs so I really hope people come up with some monster builds following this idea :)
Dude this is so sick.
Thanks!
Nice work bro, lovely build and well explained. Appreciate you taking the time to make it 👌🏻
Thanks so much! I am glad you liked it :)
this looks so dope af
Thanks! 🤘🏻
Handly!
Needs a 3d printed case but honestly if you have the wood laying around that works fine. Nice small build.
Yeah 3D printing is definitely a better way to go for most people who can accommodate it, but for me I have been trying to show off simple cases that anyone can build, as 3D printing may not be accessible to everyone. Also, I have been trying to learn woodworking recently, hence the decision 😛
i have that same x6 SATA 2.5" Cage, its lovely its a shame it has Molex Power stead of SATA Power but it's still a great Product for the Money
amazing
Thanks! Appreciate it 🎉
Так не проще было с основной колодки на которой ты делал перемычку для запуска блока питания 12 в взять, у тебя там и 12 в и 5 в и 3 в а ты используешь dc dc преобразователь у тебя лишняя деталь которая влияет на надежность. А так проект интересный, творческих тебе успехов!.
Cool😊
Thanks!
Is the trueNAS Core does not have the ZFS performance measuring process during booting? I have installed trueNAS scale....
Not sure about boot time, but there is a scheduler that does it on a cadence. Core is generally easier to use and considered more stable so I have always used Core, but it's not necessary obviously
Nice build. It's too bad providing power is a pain. I never understood why no one makes a 2.5" ssd solution besides qnap (the qnap was overpriced, had motherboard failures and were underpowered).
Thanks! Actually as pointed out in the highlighted comment, one can use the 12 V input here for both, as this SBC (and many other) support a range of voltages so that would make the power flow easier to build. Also, if you compare it to having a full PSU in there, I think having a few extra DC connections is fair game ha ha. Also, Synology has one too: www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1496996-REG/synology_6_bay_2_5_nas.html but same for over-pricy behavior, not accessible to many. With an SBC like the X1, one can build this for as little as ~$200 which is much reasonable IMO.
@@LatticeDensity Thanks for the explanation. I forgot about the synology. Great form factor but you are right, too much for that old of hardware.
If someone in here want to follow same route of this video, i reccoment to get intel n100 firewall pc and pull out the motherboard to save some money. It has 2 m.2 you can put one of then with m.2 sata to 6 drive for using 2.5 drive
Yeah totally! I actually mentioned that in the video as well, this board I am using is super overkill for this project and an N100 is more than enough. Another good option is the new Latte Panda Mu board with the basic carrier board that also comes with NVME Slots or the X1 SBC 🤘🏻
Where is RAID hardware for redundant data store?
The redundancy is managed by the NAS OS TrueNAS which uses ZFS filesystem that is industry standard for redundancy and RAID management
links pz
Added in the description now. Hope that helps!
@@LatticeDensity yes thanks alot
more easy buy a mini itx motherboard
Core in 2024? Why?
What do you mean?
@@LatticeDensity truenas core is not in active development now. They recommend to use scale
@@hpsfresh Oh I see 😅 Yeah it was just an example to show end to end, one can choose whatever they like, from proxmox to unraid to Trunas of the world
I have an idea for you make a case with 3d printer and Use synology OS [Bypass]. Make a new video
I don't know if Synology OS is open to use like that, but 3D case for sure would be a nice upgrade 😊
@@LatticeDensity Yes you can use Synology on this build easily
that is so silly.
best what we have in regular SATA + regular PSU (in comparison with laptop's and other silly "formats") it is ability to use 3.5 HDD where are option with 18Tb 20Tb 22Tb - and when have ability to use 3.5 fortma use 2.5 - so silly.
for example here we see 6 unit case - you all can say "whatever you want" but to ME is 108Tb (18*6) of capacity is more interesting instead of economy 10cm(or whatever it is) in 2.5 format
silly.
I am not even going to argue on this. Just wanted to remind you of a basic characteristic of the market, that everyone has different needs and dimensions for optimization and nothing is an absolute "silly" in this world, everything is relative to the frame of reference.
Also, just to complete your knowledge, there is a new 24TB HDD lineup available now, so your "non-silly" server can actually be maxed up to 144T in a 6 bay setup. You may wanna go with that 😅
@@LatticeDensity oh he could go with the 3.5" SSD's which are now 100TB each from Exadrive... so a 6 drive system would be 600TB... But apparently he only do silly useless builds....
Anyways LatticeDensity loved your little build there, well done
@@LiLBitsDK Thanks! Yeah some people just have to be mean, that's all. There is nothing wrong in adding my a new viewpoint or more information, but taking the tone beyond that is just simple arrogance and is not useful in any way, except to feed the author's ego 😅
silly me, i just use an external nvme enclosure and a spare gen 4 nvme on a usb c port on my pc, sure beats the shit out of stupid ass NAS setups lmao, pull brain out of ass, then use an external drive, its also much faster