Hi community,
Want to create a home lab that's not too expensive. I've Dell PowerEdge T110 server with below specs and was after ideas so that I can install ESXi, vCenter server and few VM's on top. I am also looking to create datastores and RAID if possible using below resources.
Specs:
Processor: 1 Quad Core Intel Xeon 3430 processor
Memory: 4 X 4GB=16GB on 4 DIMM slots. DDR3 1333MHz
Storage drives: Hard Drive 3.5" SATA (7200RPM): 3X250GB (Total 750GB) Enterprise Class HDD. One drive bay is empty.
DVD ROM drive
Slots: 4 PCIe G2 slots
Network: Single network adapter 1GB
RAID controller: Internal PERC S100 software controller. No hardware controller.
Video Card: Matrox G200eW w/8MB memory
Few USB and one eSATA port available.
I've checked on VMware compatibility guide and this server is compatible for ESXi 5.5 install.
Looking for ideas so that I can utilise this hardware effectively and efficiently. OK to spend few more $$ so that I can install and practise stuff..
cheers,
