So, now there is a $25 hat with 4 @ 6 GBit/s SATA for the $50 FriendlyElec NanoPi M4
Hmm, that link speaks only of a 2gB version, whereas this indicates that there is also a 4gB version.
Total $75 to replace the desktop that I currently use as a server? What’s not to like?
Given the SBCs available nowadays, does anyone know of batter bang/buck/simplicity way to create a NAS server at home?
It must have sufficient RAM to handle multiple disks being accessed simultaneously (I would prefer 4 disks, but could live with 2, I guess).
I dn't mind it being dedicated as a NAS server, and wouldn't use it for anything else.
Simplicity of setup plays a role (certainly no soldering involved), as does durability, cooling, etc.
In my case, I would like to attach it to my router by Ethernet, but can forego that. It must, however, be WiFi accessible.