No storage redundancy
Kritiek1 drive(s) with no mirror or parity for the data you plan to store.
Actie: Add at least a mirror for irreplaceable data before you migrate anything.
Categorie: storage
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Aanbevolen build
Architectuur: sff build on LGA 1700 + Intel Z790
≈ €647
Totaal
Beoordelingbalanced
cpu
4C/8T · 4.7 GHz · 60 W
motherboard
Intel Z790 · ATX · 3× M.2
ram
64 GB DDR4 · 4000 MT/s
case
ATX/ITX/MATX · 1× 3.5″
cooling
passive · 150 W TDP
psu
1000 W · titanium · modular
storage
NVME · 8 TB
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Based on your goals you need roughly 4 CPU threads, 39GB RAM and 4TB of storage. This system runs 24/7, so energy matters. Recommended: the Smart build — best all-round — 647€ purchase, ~38W idle, ~166€/year energy (≈498€ over 3 years). Intel Core i3 14100: 8 threads covers the 4 needed with headroom. Motherboard Intel Z790 (LGA 1700): matches the CPU socket and case size. RAM: 64GB DDR4 — meets the 39GB the workload requires. Chose Intel Core i3 14100 over Intel Core i3 14100F: better overall fit for your priorities. Build DNA: performance 100, value 98, efficiency 71, expandability 100, silence 95, longevity 100 — overall 94/100. What limits you first: RAM. Alternatives: Value build — most for your money — 647€, DNA 94/100, balanced · Long-term build — expandable & future-proof — 797€, DNA 95/100, balanced.
Het systeem als geheel — vóór het boodschappenlijstje.
Het systeem als geheel — vóór het boodschappenlijstje.
diy · sff build on LGA 1700 + Intel Z790
We splitsen je build op in de prestaties die je nodig hebt, de prestaties die je koopt en de prestaties die je waarschijnlijk dagelijks gebruikt. Als de kloof groot is, koop je te veel.
BALANCED — de build is gedimensioneerd rond wat de workload vereist.
| Prestaties die ik nodig heb | Prestaties die ik koop | Waarschijnlijk gebruikt | |
|---|---|---|---|
| CPU-threadsoverbuy | 4 | 8 | 4 |
| RAM | 39 | 64 | 30 |
| Opslagoverbuy | 4 | 8 | 3 |
| GPU-VRAM | — | — | — |
| Netwerk | 2.5G | 1.0G | 1.0G |
Wat dit betekent
Een uitlegbare toekomstbestendigheidsscore, de Homelab Risk Score, een laatste audit vóór aankoop en wat na verloop van tijd de beperkende factor wordt.
Sterke toekomstbestendigheid
Strong future-proofing (82/100) — this build should stay relevant for years without major surgery.
DIY build — the CPU, motherboard and PSU can each be upgraded independently without replacing the whole system.
Expansion headroom: 2 PCIe slot(s), 2 M.2, 4 SATA, 1 drive bay(s), 2 RAM slot(s) free.
Storage is 44% utilized with 1 free drive bay(s) and 4 free SATA port(s).
2 RAM slot(s) free; memory is 61% utilized.
Networking is 2500 Mbps, and a free PCIe slot can add a faster NIC later.
ATX form factor with standard, socketed components — most parts are easy to replace.
No GPU, but there is room (2 PCIe slot(s), PSU headroom 10.1x) to add one for AI/transcoding.
Gematigd risico
Moderate risk (37/100) — a few items are worth fixing before you commit (see checklist).
Single point of failure
Risico: criticalAll data sits on a single drive with no redundancy — one failure means total loss.
Oplossing: Add at least a mirror (RAID 1/ZFS mirror) for irreplaceable data, or an additional parity drive for larger arrays.
Storage risk
Risico: lowSolid-state storage — no moving parts, low mechanical failure risk.
Oplossing: For an always-on system, prefer NAS/CMR-rated drives; monitor SMART and replace before the warranty ends.
Data loss risk
Risico: high1 drive(s) with no redundancy — a single SSD/controller failure can still lose data.
Oplossing: Add redundancy and an off-site/off-box backup for anything irreplaceable.
Power risk
Risico: lowPSU is 1000W, peak load 99W (10%).
Oplossing: PSU sizing leaves healthy headroom for spikes and future parts.
Network risk
Risico: lowSingle 2500 Mbps NIC — a switch/port failure takes the box fully offline, and multi-user media can saturate 2500 Mbps.
Oplossing: Consider a second NIC or a managed switch; for heavy media, plan for 2.5/10G before the build.
Expansion risk
Risico: low2 PCIe, 2 M.2, 4 SATA, 1 bays free.
Oplossing: Healthy room for future drives, NICs and accelerators.
Upgrade risk
Risico: low2024 platform — current generation with a forward-looking socket/feature set.
Oplossing: Buy for the workload, not the socket — upgrade paths are a bonus, not a guarantee.
Audit found 1 critical and 0 warning item(s) worth fixing before you buy.
No storage redundancy
Kritiek1 drive(s) with no mirror or parity for the data you plan to store.
Actie: Add at least a mirror for irreplaceable data before you migrate anything.
Categorie: storage
Keep a backup off-box
OptioneelRedundancy inside the box does not survive fire, theft or a whole-array fault.
Actie: Mirror the important data to an external drive, a second box, or cloud.
Categorie: storage
RAM expansion available
Toekomst2 RAM slot(s) free for a later upgrade.
Actie: Leave them free until the workload actually grows.
Categorie: memory
Drive bays remain
Toekomst1 drive bay(s) free for future capacity.
Actie: Expand capacity in pairs (mirror/parity) when needed.
Categorie: storage
PCIe slot available
Toekomst2 free PCIe slot(s) for a NIC, HBA or GPU later.
Actie: Use it for a 10G NIC, extra HBA, or an accelerator when the need appears.
Categorie: expansion
Nothing obvious becomes a limiting factor in the near term — this build should age well.
RAM is the closest to its limit (61% of capacity in use) — it will likely force the next upgrade.
Alternatieve varianten die de engine voor hetzelfde scenario genereerde — tik erop om de onderdelen te zien.
sff build on LGA 1700 + Intel Z790 · Idle 38 W · balanced
≈ €647
| Rol | Onderdeel | Aant. | Prijs | Kopen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cpu | Intel Core i3 14100 | 1 | €164 | … |
| motherboard | Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 ATX | 1 | ≈ €139 | … |
| ram | Corsair Vengeance LPX Black DDR4-4000 CL18 64GB (2x32GB) | 1 | ≈ €137 | … |
| case | be quiet! Light Base 500 LX Black | 1 | €17 | … |
| cooling | Thermalright Le Grand Macho Air 159mm Fanless | 1 | ≈ €35 | … |
| psu | be quiet! Dark Power 13 Fully Modular ATX Power Supply - 1000 Watts ATX 3.1 - Black | 1 | €33 | … |
| storage | Rocket Q NVMe SSD | 1 | €122 | … |
| Totaal: | ≈ €647 | |||
sff build on LGA 1700 + Intel Z790 · Idle 38 W · balanced
≈ €797
| Rol | Onderdeel | Aant. | Prijs | Kopen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cpu | Intel Core i3 14100 | 1 | €164 | … |
| motherboard | Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX DDR4 ATX | 1 | ≈ €139 | … |
| ram | Corsair Vengeance LPX Black DDR4-4000 CL18 64GB (2x32GB) | 1 | ≈ €137 | … |
| case | Asus ProArt PA401 Wood Edition ATX Mid Tower Beige Mesh | 1 | €167 | … |
| cooling | Thermalright Le Grand Macho Air 159mm Fanless | 1 | ≈ €35 | … |
| psu | be quiet! Dark Power 13 Fully Modular ATX Power Supply - 1000 Watts ATX 3.1 - Black | 1 | €33 | … |
| storage | Rocket Q NVMe SSD | 1 | €122 | … |
| Totaal: | ≈ €797 | |||
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