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Re: [LUG] File Server

 

Hi Guys

On 12/01/07, Richard Brown <rich@xxxxxxxxxxx> wrote:
> Hi Guys
>
> Couple of questions for all you guys out there.
>
> Firstly, servers. The customer is currently disappointed with Dell and
> so wants to look elsewhere. He is looking to spend around £2500 which
> includes a rack on a rack mounted server. I obviously want to get the
> best spec for him and the best equipment. What would you recommend
> please?
>
> Secondly, distros. What would be the best to get please? I am looking
> for something that I can administer and learn as I go along. He wants
> raid - which one would be best please? I have been recommended CentOS.
> I would like to be able to manage the whole through a gui at first.
>
> The server will support 5 clients but increasing to 10. It needs to be
> configured to serve files and possibly web.
>
Add to that - is it better to get a rack mounted monitor or dump one
on top of the cabinet please?

Thanks.
-- 
Rich
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