Feedback requested: Home NAS build (TrueNAS + ZFS) with 10+ drives
Hi everyone, I am planning a 24/7 home server build for TrueNAS/ZFS storage and containerized services (Plex, Immich, etc.). I've put together a parts list, but I would love to get a sanity check from those with more experience before I buy. Planned Build: CPU: Intel Core i5-12400 Motherboard: Gigabyte B760 Gaming X WIFI6E CPU Cooler: 1StPlayer CRYO CY12D RAM: 32GB DDR5 (Corsair Vengeance) Case: Fractal Design Define 7 XL Existing Hardware (already in my possession): HBA: LSI 9300-8i (IT Mode) Storage: 10x 8TB HDDs PSU: 850W High-Quality unit Boot: New SSD My questions: Compatibility/Stability: Does this CPU/Mobo/RAM combo look solid for a 24/7 ZFS build? Thermal management: With the Define 7 XL and 10+ drives, are standard case fans sufficient to cool the LSI 9300-8i, or should I add dedicated active cooling for the HBA? Future-proofing: I plan to add an NVIDIA GPU later for AI and Transcoding. Do you see any PCIe lane bottlenecks with this board and HBA setup? Any feedback or potential "gotchas" would be appreciated!