Synology or did build? Nas or server? (alien.top)

submitted 10 months ago by SewnTogetherPlush@alien.top to c/homelab@selfhosted.forum

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I am getting into doing different things as a way to advance my knowledge and skills. I am currently learning docker along side learning Linux better.

I wanna have a home server I guess? I want a lot of storage space for my jellyfin server which I currently have running off a VPS.

I also have a matrix and lemmy instance running off a VPS. I'd like to do this all off of a home system that I can upgrade and fine tune to do what I want.

So, my problem is I don't know where to start. My budget (without drives) is $600 and I kinda wanna do it today for the sales. I wanted to do a ITX build but keep running into issues so I'd also be fine with a atx. Just I want something small form factor...

I know this isn't the right place but could I get some help, please?

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[-] snatch1e@alien.top 1 points 10 months ago

It really depends on you. Synology is more plug and play solution which is easy to configure with the most basic applications.

If you want to save some money or get better hardware than used in Synology for the same prize than DIY NAS should be your choice. It will take some time to configure it, however, it is more customizable with a better hardware.

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