Hello!
I'm building a dual E5 tower server, whose primary function will be to function as a powerful virtualization host. I am also considering using it as a file server too, most likely using ZFS. The primary NAS on my network will run FreeNAS in a different box (the U-NAS 800).
The dual E5 will be based on the Supermicro X10DRi mainboard, which is E-ATX. Therefore, I was seriously considering using a Fractal Design Define XL R2 with the intention of keeping the system cool and quiet: Define XL R2 Black Pearl
Yesterday I discovered a new model in the Define range, the R6: Define R6 - Mini Site Apparently it fits "eATX (up to 285mm wide)".
Does anybody have experience with these cases? In particular, can anybody please help me with a comparison between the two? Thanks!!
Kind regards,
ullbeking
I'm building a dual E5 tower server, whose primary function will be to function as a powerful virtualization host. I am also considering using it as a file server too, most likely using ZFS. The primary NAS on my network will run FreeNAS in a different box (the U-NAS 800).
The dual E5 will be based on the Supermicro X10DRi mainboard, which is E-ATX. Therefore, I was seriously considering using a Fractal Design Define XL R2 with the intention of keeping the system cool and quiet: Define XL R2 Black Pearl
Yesterday I discovered a new model in the Define range, the R6: Define R6 - Mini Site Apparently it fits "eATX (up to 285mm wide)".
Does anybody have experience with these cases? In particular, can anybody please help me with a comparison between the two? Thanks!!
Kind regards,
ullbeking
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