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The video delves into the world of NAS devices and storage solutions, emphasizing the importance of CPU and motherboard compatibility in building efficient storage systems. The speaker critiques Chinese hardware options, focusing on issues like data loss and reliability. They suggest alternatives like Mini ITX motherboards for building NAS setups, showcasing various motherboards with different features and price points. The importance of selecting reliable, trusted hardware for data protection is highlighted, cautioning against using Chinese motherboards for critical devices. The speaker stresses thorough testing and brand reliability for secure data storage to mitigate risks of potential hardware malfunctions.
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In this segment of the video, the YouTuber discusses the need for additional storage on their computer due to saturated PCI Express Lanes and SATA ports. They explore NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices as a solution to their storage issue. They mention encountering a video by a YouTuber called Nas comparers which caught their attention, despite having differing opinions on Chinese hardware. The YouTuber then delves into critiques and analysis of the Nas comparers’ videos on CPU and motherboard combinations for NAS builds, aiming to provide viewers with more information to make informed decisions.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker is discussing the importance of choosing compatible CPU plus motherboard combos, emphasizing that knowledgeable individuals can determine compatibility on their own. They suggest seeking the best-suited hardware rather than limiting oneself to pre-packaged combos. The speaker expresses disagreement with recommending Chinese hardware for NAS devices, particularly mentioning x99 motherboards, highlighting issues such as lack of server features, unreliable performance, and the need for detailed testing before recommending Chinese hardware. The speaker criticizes the attention to detail and quality of the Chinese motherboards and biases.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker advises against using Chinese X99 motherboards for critical devices such as NAS due to data loss and accessibility issues. They emphasize the importance of data protection and availability for storage devices. The speaker then shifts focus to recommending Mini ITX motherboards for building network-attached storage devices and shares details about an industrial-quality ASRock IMB-183 motherboard supporting Intel Core fourth generation CPUs without ECC memory support but suitable for building tiny computers with external power supply, limited SATA ports, and PCIe X4 slot. They offer to share an Excel document with more Mini ITX recommendations in the video description.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses several motherboards available on eBay. The first motherboard mentioned is the em Q 170b, suitable for sixth and seventh generation Intel CPUs. It features four SATA ports, two network jacks, and an M.2 slot. The motherboard supports DDR4 memory and is ideal for those looking to use an external power supply and build a small-sized device. The next recommendation is an older Advan tag motherboard compatible with fourth-generation Intel CPUs. It offers four SATA ports, an M.2 slot, and various connectivity options, including two network ports. Despite lacking NVMe slots, it’s noted for its durability and industrial quality, available for less than $60 on eBay.
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In this part of the video, a Gigabyte MJ11 EC0 server grade motherboard is discussed. The EC0 version features a PC Express x16 slot, ECC registered memory support up to 120 GB, and an AMD EPYC 3151 CPU. The motherboard also includes 2 gigabits LAN, Slim SAS connectors, and multiple SATA ports. It can be obtained for under €90, and detailed testing of its capabilities will be conducted in the future.
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In this segment of the video, the YouTuber discusses the Maxun Challenger H610 ITX 2.5 GB motherboard, which is considered good for those limited to purchasing from AliExpress. The motherboard features 2.5 Gbit Ethernet, an M.2 slot, PCIe x16 slot, and four SATA ports. It is noted that Maxun is a reputable brand with worldwide presence, despite being more popular in Asian markets currently. The video also highlights the Gigabyte MB10 DS4 motherboard with a soldered Intel Xeon D 1521 CPU and ECC support, stepping up in price and features compared to the Maxun motherboard.
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In this segment of the video, the presenter discusses various server-grade motherboards with different features and price points. The first motherboard offers up to 128 GB of memory, six SATA ports, multiple Ethernet connectivity options, but lacks an M.2 PCIe slot. It is priced higher in Europe, around €320, but more affordable in the USA at $115-120 USD. The next motherboard from Super Micro has similar specs but costs more and includes only 10 GB Ethernet ports, with an M.2 slot for SSD drives. Pricing in Europe is around €440 but cheaper in the USA at $260 USD. The ASRock x299e ITX AC motherboard, despite being controversial, offers quad memory channel support, 3 M.2 slots, gigabit Ethernet, PCIe x16, and 6 SATA ports, and supports high-power CPUs like Core i9 or Core i7. While lacking ECC registered memory support, it provides robust computing power in a compact Mini ITX form factor.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on two motherboards: an x299 motherboard and an IMB 1231 motherboard. The x299 motherboard offers high computing power and connectivity but comes at a high price, around $400. On the other hand, the IMB 1231 motherboard supports Intel’s 12th, 13th, and 14th gen core CPUs, features two DDR4 memory slots, four SATA ports, four M.2 slots, including slots for PC Express and NVMe SSD drives, two 2.5 GB ethernet ports, and multiple USB ports. The motherboard lacks SATA ports but has a PC Express x16 slot that can be used to add additional ports. The cost of the IMB 1231 motherboard is over $400 in the US but around €300 in Europe.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker advises to choose a particular server over another unless specific extra features are needed. They emphasize the importance of data protection and availability when building a storage device, cautioning against unreliable Chinese motherboards lacking customer support and proper documentation. The speaker warns against potential risks of using such hardware, including security vulnerabilities and malfunctions, recommending thorough testing and trusted brands for sensitive data storage to avoid disappointment and frustration.