schlitzbull
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What is the minimum CPU needed for a file server running Win10 holding video files for my Plex server to access? 3-5 users simultaneously max.
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Why split Plex/File server and streaming/transcoding files over a network connection to the plex host(or are you doing direct play only)?
I've got a Terramaster F2-220 NAS
VMware certifications , I've worked with ESXI since the 4.0 version and have alot of experience with current versions on the personal and business side.That is a lot of acronyms I don't understand so I'll be PMing you
I've looked at things like that but I can't justify the price. I have a spare case, PSU, mobo and cooling for another machine so it seems like a waste. Plus if any part of a home built breaks its not a big deal to replace it.
I have run such machine, just file server, on sandy bridge celeron back in the days (Win 7), ran perfectly fine, no issues. However Plex server does use CPU when trans coding, not streaming at native resolution. If you try to forward or rewind then CPU speed does matter imho. I was later running my Plex server on i5-4570S, few month later upgraded it to i3-8350k, the difference is definitely noticeable. forward rewind etc are MUCH faster,
I was running PlayOn on an i3-3220 and had the problem with going forward or backward. Haven't checked that yet on the i5 since I just swapped it in last week and haven't needed to yet.
If only more people understood this.If you run any type of software storage and care about your data, ECC is highly recommended.