I'm looking at assembling half a dozen systems for our branch offices to speed up logon/logoff and file access in our Windows domain.
Specifically these should fit typical network rack closets so front I/O, short depth and low heat output are crucial.
What I've read a BranchCache server is basically a Windows Server install with enough storage.
I'm hoping for 2 fast cores or 4 reasonably fast cores, 32GB RAM, atleast two 2.5" bays for storage, M.2 SSD or extra 2.5" bay for OS. IPMI + atleast 1GbE.
No need for redundant PSUs, extended warranties, mission critical support as these won't be mission-critical.
I've come across the SuperMicro 5019D systems: 5019D-4C-FN8TP | 1U | SuperServers | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
As well as the SuperMicro 1019P systems: 1019P-FHN2T | 1U | SuperServers | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
And the SuperMicro SYS-110P: SYS-110P-FRDN2T | 1U | SuperServer | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
These seem to do what I need but I might be missing other solutions.
Specifically these should fit typical network rack closets so front I/O, short depth and low heat output are crucial.
What I've read a BranchCache server is basically a Windows Server install with enough storage.
I'm hoping for 2 fast cores or 4 reasonably fast cores, 32GB RAM, atleast two 2.5" bays for storage, M.2 SSD or extra 2.5" bay for OS. IPMI + atleast 1GbE.
No need for redundant PSUs, extended warranties, mission critical support as these won't be mission-critical.
I've come across the SuperMicro 5019D systems: 5019D-4C-FN8TP | 1U | SuperServers | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
As well as the SuperMicro 1019P systems: 1019P-FHN2T | 1U | SuperServers | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
And the SuperMicro SYS-110P: SYS-110P-FRDN2T | 1U | SuperServer | Products | Super Micro Computer, Inc.
These seem to do what I need but I might be missing other solutions.
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