file server

I have a bunch of mixed drives that I would like to re-use in a File Server build. I would like to have some redundancy so that if 1 drive fails I can easily replace it without loosing data. I have a spare DELL T3500 with a 6 core Xeon and a bunch of ram that I plan on using for this. Would...

I'm really interested in making a small form factor file server and BOINC 24/7 machine. I've looked at the AM1 ecosystem but it seems to be EOL and the used parts that are available are too expensive for their performance level. Are there any plans for a cheap socketed replacement for AM1? I...