so i think i may need to build a simple server for my home network. unfortunately i have absolutely no idea where to start, yes i have been searching and have also had trouble finding specific things.
currently have a d-link DIR-655 and it sucks my left nut.
if i can do what i need with a simple router that would be perferrable but right now i don't see this happening. only idea i had is one of the new routers coming out soon with the qualcom hardware that was shown off at CES recently: http://www.dlink.com/us/en/home-solutions/connect/routers/dgl-5500-gaming-router
so here is what i am after, hopefully no compromises. i do have time to do this:
- need very good QoS support. if someone turns on a bandwidth/connection intensive application such as a torrent, the entire network slows to a crawl for everyone. something the above qualcom hardware promises to fix...who knows at this point.
- would like very high level of priority control over each system connected to the router. if QoS still can't handle it, i can at least prioritize systems when necessary. have someone else living in my home and would prefer not to impose any limitations on that persons computer.
- large amount of data storage accessible right from the router/server. mostly so i can hook something up to my tv such as the WD media player. would be nice if everyone connected to the network can do so.
- better wireless range would be nice. this d-link stinks for that.
- printer sharing would be an asset. the USB 'share port' on the DIR-655 is a broken down mess.
so what are the recommendations for my requirements? should i wait for a better router or think about building a simple server system? i know there is open source linux software available for just such an occasion...
finally last thing....thinking about a TV hookup. would like to have some of my old gaming systems such as NES and SNES on emulator hooked up to my tv. guessing the best way to go is a simple HTPC? are there good remotes/software available for this so it can also double as the media player?
thanks guys, just not sure where to go here. i hate networking
currently have a d-link DIR-655 and it sucks my left nut.
if i can do what i need with a simple router that would be perferrable but right now i don't see this happening. only idea i had is one of the new routers coming out soon with the qualcom hardware that was shown off at CES recently: http://www.dlink.com/us/en/home-solutions/connect/routers/dgl-5500-gaming-router
so here is what i am after, hopefully no compromises. i do have time to do this:
- need very good QoS support. if someone turns on a bandwidth/connection intensive application such as a torrent, the entire network slows to a crawl for everyone. something the above qualcom hardware promises to fix...who knows at this point.
- would like very high level of priority control over each system connected to the router. if QoS still can't handle it, i can at least prioritize systems when necessary. have someone else living in my home and would prefer not to impose any limitations on that persons computer.
- large amount of data storage accessible right from the router/server. mostly so i can hook something up to my tv such as the WD media player. would be nice if everyone connected to the network can do so.
- better wireless range would be nice. this d-link stinks for that.
- printer sharing would be an asset. the USB 'share port' on the DIR-655 is a broken down mess.
so what are the recommendations for my requirements? should i wait for a better router or think about building a simple server system? i know there is open source linux software available for just such an occasion...
finally last thing....thinking about a TV hookup. would like to have some of my old gaming systems such as NES and SNES on emulator hooked up to my tv. guessing the best way to go is a simple HTPC? are there good remotes/software available for this so it can also double as the media player?
thanks guys, just not sure where to go here. i hate networking