This post is long overdue - but I had a power issue which caused linux kernel corruption leading me to start over on the software side.
Thank you WRingling for your inspiration over at: https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...9-337rls/page2
Run Plex Media Server
Small
Lightweight
Low Power usage
Use 2.5" hard drives (1 for OS and 1 for Data)
Preferably - also able to take an external USB drive for additional content.
The goal is to stream content from to our Google Chromecasts (over wifi) for rainy days and maybe even to tablets in the vehicle while travelling. I think anyone can do what I am working on below - but disclaimer - I have worked in Technology for 20 years....hopefully the writeup will help all.
Parts list:
Raspberry Pi 4 8 GB (includes slick power adapter with switch, micro hdmi to hdmi cable, fan, heatsinks and a case I won't be using.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0897XZDF2...roduct_details
Raspberry Pi Hat - UPS + Power Management Board x708 v1.2 - (The one with with the battery holder and U100-A1)
https://geekworm.com/products/raspbe...th-cooling-fan
Raspberry Pi 4 x829 Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD Storage/Expansion board
https://geekworm.com/products/for-ra...xpansion-board
Was concerned this would be missing - so ordered a USB 3.0 adapter - this is garbage and does not work with the setup
https://geekworm.com/products/usb3-0-connector
I wanted to purchase the X829 C-1 (Kit) with a metal case. It was not available and they now have removed it from their website and amazon. I could not find anywhere on the web....only to find out it is now discontinued. I have the 3D project file....that could be converted into *.stl files to print it.....but would love to get this made in metal. Crushed I cannot purchase the case. Not sure if it would have changed what I purchased or not. Here is another case that supposedly won't fit my setup:
https://geekworm.com/collections/ras...ch-cooling-fan
Power button - since I couldn't get the kit...I bought a button later. Only the instant supposedly works with my power management UPS HAT.
https://www.amazon.com/Geekworm-Latc.../dp/B086LFGDJF
Purchased batteries here:
https://www.18650batterystore.com/pr...=OrderlyEmails
I saw down one evening with my little boy and had him help me assemble the PI with (2) 2.5" SSD drives I already had on hand. The assembly is the quick part....software setup will take longer.
Thank you WRingling for your inspiration over at: https://gdrvowners.com/forum/operati...9-337rls/page2
Run Plex Media Server
Small
Lightweight
Low Power usage
Use 2.5" hard drives (1 for OS and 1 for Data)
Preferably - also able to take an external USB drive for additional content.
The goal is to stream content from to our Google Chromecasts (over wifi) for rainy days and maybe even to tablets in the vehicle while travelling. I think anyone can do what I am working on below - but disclaimer - I have worked in Technology for 20 years....hopefully the writeup will help all.
Parts list:
Raspberry Pi 4 8 GB (includes slick power adapter with switch, micro hdmi to hdmi cable, fan, heatsinks and a case I won't be using.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0897XZDF2...roduct_details
Raspberry Pi Hat - UPS + Power Management Board x708 v1.2 - (The one with with the battery holder and U100-A1)
https://geekworm.com/products/raspbe...th-cooling-fan
Raspberry Pi 4 x829 Dual 2.5" SATA SSD/HDD Storage/Expansion board
https://geekworm.com/products/for-ra...xpansion-board
Was concerned this would be missing - so ordered a USB 3.0 adapter - this is garbage and does not work with the setup
https://geekworm.com/products/usb3-0-connector
I wanted to purchase the X829 C-1 (Kit) with a metal case. It was not available and they now have removed it from their website and amazon. I could not find anywhere on the web....only to find out it is now discontinued. I have the 3D project file....that could be converted into *.stl files to print it.....but would love to get this made in metal. Crushed I cannot purchase the case. Not sure if it would have changed what I purchased or not. Here is another case that supposedly won't fit my setup:
https://geekworm.com/collections/ras...ch-cooling-fan
Power button - since I couldn't get the kit...I bought a button later. Only the instant supposedly works with my power management UPS HAT.
https://www.amazon.com/Geekworm-Latc.../dp/B086LFGDJF
Purchased batteries here:
https://www.18650batterystore.com/pr...=OrderlyEmails
I saw down one evening with my little boy and had him help me assemble the PI with (2) 2.5" SSD drives I already had on hand. The assembly is the quick part....software setup will take longer.
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