I'm planning my first FreeNAS build. The server will be used mostly for long-term storage of files in my home network, and I'll probably configure it in 4/6/8 drive Raid-Z2. I'm leaning towards the Supermicro X11SSM-F board, mostly because those 8 SATA ports will give me plenty of flexibility if I do decide for an 8-drive array. Also, I've been told repeatedly that a board with IPMI is worth the extra cost.
What I would like to know is whether there are any issues or shortcomings with this particular board, particularly when it comes to FreeNAS support. And even more importantly, does it lack any features that I'm going to miss down the road? (As I said, this is my first FreeNAS build. At first I wasn't even taking IPMI into account...)
What I would like to know is whether there are any issues or shortcomings with this particular board, particularly when it comes to FreeNAS support. And even more importantly, does it lack any features that I'm going to miss down the road? (As I said, this is my first FreeNAS build. At first I wasn't even taking IPMI into account...)