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The video follows the content creator as they work on optimizing their storage server setup for editing 4K ProRes footage efficiently. They discuss building a fast NAS server, consulting experts for advice, setting up TrueNAS Core for high performance, and fine-tuning the storage for better speed and reliability. The creator addresses speed issues, achieves faster write speeds without using an HBA, and highlights the benefits of ZFS tuning and efficient hardware utilization. The setup allows for editing footage directly from the NAS, implementing data security measures, and showcasing significant capacity upgrades and enhanced performance. Ultimately, they select a storage solution that meets their needs for high capacity and low power consumption, labeling the system and installing it in a rack.
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In this segment of the video, the creator discusses having four 8 terabyte SSDs in their NAS, totaling 40 terabytes, but the NAS’s 2.5 gigabit performance leaves potential untapped. They plan to build a speedy storage server using used server parts to edit 4K ProRes footage across their network. Components include a Supermicro ITX server motherboard, Intel Xeon CPU, 128GB ECC RAM, and five Samsung QVO 8TB SSDs. They mention a prototype mini ITX rack-mount case and the need for a boot SSD. Micro Center, the video’s sponsor, is mentioned for offering server parts, including SSDs and ECC RAM. Promotions and offers from Micro Center for new and existing customers are highlighted. The content creator discusses the benefits of using Micro Center even if not sponsored. The segment ends with preparations for a building montage.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator discusses a prototype 2u case for a pi cluster server. The new black version offers more ventilation and keystone jacks for various ports. The creator aims to build a fast NAS using all-flash storage despite the server totaling around $5000. The process involved debugging boot problems with an NVMe drive, ultimately resorting to a SATA M.2 drive. The creator consulted Wendell from Level1Techs for advice on selecting TrueNAS for speed over capacity, considering CPU clock speeds, and memory bandwidth for optimal performance with a Xeon D CPU.
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In this segment of the video, the focus is on setting up a server with TrueNAS Core. The creator discusses the benefits of TrueNAS tuning for high performance and low latency. They consider drive layout options, such as RAID Z2 or striped mirror with four drives and a spare. Ultimately, they opt for a striped mirror configuration for better speed. The storage setup process in the TrueNAS UI involves creating a storage pool using SSDs, setting up mirror VDevs, and configuring ZFS for a RAID 10 style layout. Scheduled SMART tests, snapshots, and data integrity checks are also implemented for drive health monitoring and data protection. Additionally, a Samba share is set up for accessing the storage. Performance issues are encountered, leading to adjustments like adjusting block size and turning off sync for better write speeds.
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In this segment of the video, the content creator discusses optimizing storage performance of a NAS setup. Initially facing speed issues despite various troubleshooting attempts, eventually achieving faster write speeds (700 MB/s) by using an HBA but opting against it due to power consumption concerns. Through further adjustments, the write speeds improved to 700 MB/s without the HBA. The improved setup allows for editing 4K footage efficiently on Final Cut Pro directly from the NAS, with plans to set up nightly backups for data security and considering hourly remote snapshots in the future. Additionally, the NAS offers significant storage capacity upgrades and enhanced performance compared to their previous setup, showcasing the benefits of ZFS tuning and efficient server hardware utilization. A detailed account of the setup and learnings is shared in blog posts for reference. The NAS operates at low power consumption levels and serves the creator’s editing needs effectively, illustrating the advantages of the optimized storage solution.
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In this segment of the video, the narrator discusses selecting a storage solution for their needs, aiming for high storage capacity while using less power compared to the Petabyte Storinator. The final steps involve labeling the system and installing it in a rack.