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@Jay - Although I haven't tried it, you could conv...

2008-11-07T11:42:00.001-05:00

@Jay - Although I haven't tried it, you could convert the second internal SATA connector into an eSATA using something like
this.

Then you could use the external 4 drive terrabox.

The EX470 has eSATA connection, but I was looking ...

2008-11-06T14:37:00.000-05:00

The EX470 has eSATA connection, but I was looking to build this DIY system and was wondering if it is possible to add a PCI eSATA card to it - something like this:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816132010

My goal is to add a Terrabox - similar to Donavon's setup at a later time if needed.

Thanks!

Oops, that $354 and yes, it still included the cos...

2008-10-30T16:37:00.000-04:00

Oops, that $354 and yes, it still included the cost of the WHS OS.

.. and what about the cost of the WHS system-build...

2008-10-20T00:45:00.000-04:00

.. and what about the cost of the WHS system-builder's license ($150)?

I've updated the component cost which now totals a...

2008-10-19T22:58:00.000-04:00

I've updated the component cost which now totals a mere $254.

Here's a similar build based on a different case a...

2008-09-03T13:10:00.000-04:00

Here's a similar build based on a different case and without the HDD backplane. It worked out marginally cheaper and tries to use low power components like GreenPower disks.

http://www.ademiller.com/blogs/tech/2008/09/building-a-windows-home-server-choosing-the-hardware/

The list of components are currently still available on NewEgg.

Ade

My goal is to have something with the ability to s...

2008-08-16T23:13:00.000-04:00

My goal is to have something with the ability to stream video feeds to multiple users at the same time. I really like the Apple time Capsule, but it can't stream video to multiple users. It looks like my solution is a WHS connected to a router. Can I put a Wireless N Wifi card in the Shuttle and at least not have to have it hard wired to the Shuttle?
Thanks.

@vansmack. Thanks I totally forgot to turn off th...

2008-07-15T15:09:00.000-04:00

@vansmack. Thanks I totally forgot to turn off the error reporting in BIOS. And a fixed my booting problem by removing the single IDE drive and installing the WHS OS in a single SATA drive. Aparently the k45 looks to boot up from a SATA drive or if ur using a IDE drive then U will have to attach two IDE drives in order for the system to boot up, one single IDE drive will not do the job, as for my own experience. (note that I was triying to install a WHS OS using a temp. Attach dvd-rom) did not try using the flash drive.

@asger: The Windows Home Server Environment uses ...

2008-07-14T19:41:00.000-04:00

@asger: The Windows Home Server Environment uses a new disk technology called Windows Home Server Drive Extender, and operates differently from your usual C:| and d:| environments. Take a minute to google the drive entender and you'll see that the server takes care of most of these things on it's own. I use two 500GB eSATA drive with file duplication turned on and have worry-free back up and plenty of storage space on the server. the Power Pack 1 for WHS will also include new back up possibilities for the backup itself for even more worry free back up. There are also online backups available for a multifaceted backup solution. I'm never felt more safe about my files than I do with the WHS.

@ Indra: yes. I use mine primarily for file stora...

2008-07-14T19:28:00.000-04:00

@ Indra: yes. I use mine primarily for file storage, media share and Torrent service. All will work fine with minimal changes except the Torrent. You'll have to run the Torrent as a Service in the server environment, otherwise it won't run unless you're logged in. But there are many guides to take you through installing uTorrent to run as a service in the WHS enviroment.

There are many guides on the web to install FTP as a service as well.

Hi there, What an excellent article! I was looking...

2008-07-11T23:06:00.000-04:00

Hi there,

What an excellent article! I was looking for a home server solution (linux based) when I found out about this whole WHS. Wonder why not so many people talks about it here in Indonesia.

Anyway, the article is basically everything I ever wanted! Small form factor server, as easy and user friendly as windows, stable, server based, plus it's green computing, having such a low power usage!

Few questions though:
1. Will I still be able to install third party application such as Torrent, FTP, MySQL etc? Do I have to get special installer?

2. I intend to use my server as File Server, Streaming (movie and music) server, FTP, Web, and Torrent Downloader server. Does WHS still apply for me?

Thanks heaps. Looking forward to build this beauty! (I might have to get the components from Singapore though :() Any recommendation?

Nice Job!Newbe question: Is it a good idea to have...

2008-07-11T05:26:00.000-04:00

Nice Job!
Newbe question: Is it a good idea to have the OS installed on the same HD as the media HD (I assume that you only have one disk in the system)

I'm thinking of building a system like this one but with 2 1T disks.

hey, I really dig this configuration. question is ...

2008-07-09T21:06:00.000-04:00

hey, I really dig this configuration. question is can I use 1TB drives on the KPC or is it limited to 750?
the shuttle webpage says 750, but here they say you can use the green 1TB from WD (which is what I plan to use as this will be an always on computer)

thanks for any input

Let me think about the disk failure error (I insta...

2008-06-23T16:06:00.000-04:00

Let me think about the disk failure error (I installed my OS via a USB drive, so I have to imagine the error).

As for your mouse and keyboard error, did you complete the step to turn the error notification off in the Bios?

Enter Bios-->Standard CMOS Features-->Halt On-->No Errors

Don't forget to Save Changes and reboot.

That should fix the Mouse and keyboard on boot error.

Thanks vansmack, I made that change and it work fi...

2008-06-23T10:33:00.000-04:00

Thanks vansmack, I made that change and it work fine for a wile till today. Now is giving me an error saying (disk error please alt+del+Ctl to reboot) lol who know what D-F is going on. Another problem I'm having is that the Shuttle K45 Barebone, will not start without a mouse and a keyboard attach to the box and Im triying to run my WHS OS, The whole idea of the small box was to build my Home Server. I called Shutther.com and for my sorprice they told me that they have no support for Microsoft Windows Home Server OS, go figure. The Shuttle box and the whole idea of turning it into a home server is great but is not cotting it for me, at least not yet.

kip@mikeyaq: I don't have mine in front of me to ...

2008-06-20T17:37:00.000-04:00

kip@mikeyaq: I don't have mine in front of me to replicate, but it sounds to me like you need to reorder the boot sequence in the Bios.

Make the hard drive first, optical drive last (or remove it) and it should boot up fine.

Thanks Ray but that did not help me with problem.

2008-06-17T14:00:00.000-04:00

Thanks Ray but that did not help me with problem.

Looks like Shuttle/NewEgg has a solution built on ...

2008-06-17T13:38:00.000-04:00

Looks like Shuttle/NewEgg has a solution built on your suggestions for $210.

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16856101065

hey, So I went with the upgrade version of the bui...

2008-06-16T14:13:00.000-04:00

hey, So I went with the upgrade version of the building a Whs under $400, great this is my setting:
shuttle koc- black (d one u recomended)
intel pentium E2160 ( d one u recomended)
1GB ddr2 for RAM
WD 200 GB 7200 rpm HD
Sonny DVD-R ( just to install OS)
and my OEM Windows Home Server...
Till here s'all good, instalacion went perfect, Instaled system drivers fine; here the problem... If I disconect the DVD- rom from the system the system does not star the OS. It stays in a black screen looking for the system drive; now if I re- connect the DVD-rom back, system come on and everythings all good. For the system to come up, DVD- Rome needs to be present. Can u help? Thanks