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*A PCIe to dual SATA adapter: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=6932 '''WARNING''', the SATA adapter from PINE64 store is low-quality and] [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=6511 will not function well with two SATA HDD]. | *A PCIe to dual SATA adapter: [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=6932 '''WARNING''', the SATA adapter from PINE64 store is low-quality and] [https://forum.pine64.org/showthread.php?tid=6511 will not function well with two SATA HDD]. | ||
*One or two 2.5”/ 3.5” HDDs (not sold in the PINE store). | *One or two 2.5”/ 3.5” HDDs (not sold in the PINE store). | ||
*A class 10 micro SD card | *A class 10 micro SD card and/or eMMC module. | ||
You can purchase all the aforementioned items in the [https://www.pine64.org/?post_type=product PINE64 store] | You can purchase all the aforementioned items in the [https://www.pine64.org/?post_type=product PINE64 store] | ||
==What other things should I consider buying for a NAS build in the NAS Case?== | ==What other things should I consider buying for a NAS build in the NAS Case?== | ||
There are a few other things which you may wish to consider purchasing for your NAS. These peripherals, while not necessary from an operational standpoint, may contribute to the longevity and stability of your NAS’ operation OR expand it with additional functionality: | There are a few other things which you may wish to consider purchasing for your NAS. These peripherals, while not necessary from an operational standpoint, may contribute to the longevity and stability of your NAS’ operation OR expand it with additional functionality: | ||
* An eMMC to USB 2.0 adapter | * An eMMC to USB 2.0 adapter | ||
* A tall heatsink (N.B. Any of the three available heatsinks will fit in the NAS Case) | * A tall heatsink (N.B. Any of the three available heatsinks will fit in the NAS Case) | ||
* An 80mm fan | * An 80mm fan | ||
* The WiFi / BT module | * The WiFi / BT module | ||
(The fan and heatsink are highly recommended) | |||
==Which software should I use?== | ==Which software should I use?== | ||
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Once the holding bracket is assembled and you have your drives mounted, please set it aside and proceed to the next step. | Once the holding bracket is assembled and you have your drives mounted, please set it aside and proceed to the next step. | ||
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If you intend to use external u.FL to SMA antennas in the NAS Case then this is also the time to install them into the case. In the back section of the case at the very top you will find three cut-outs where the SMA antennas can be fitted. Don’t plug the u.FL leads antenna leads into the WiFi/BT module just yet - instead wait until after the disk holding bracket is installed into the case (step 6). | If you intend to use external u.FL to SMA antennas in the NAS Case then this is also the time to install them into the case. In the back section of the case at the very top you will find three cut-outs where the SMA antennas can be fitted. Don’t plug the u.FL leads antenna leads into the WiFi/BT module just yet - instead wait until after the disk holding bracket is installed into the case (step 6). | ||
The fan should be mounted on the right-hand side of the case. We suggest that the fan is oriented for negative pressure, blowing air out of the case rather than taking air in. For best cable management results, have the fan power lead face the front of the case so that it can easily be routed to its header located next to GPIO pins on the ROCKPro64. | The fan should be mounted on the right-hand side of the case. We suggest that the fan is oriented for negative pressure, blowing air out of the case rather than taking air in. ([[User:AlephNull]] disagrees and recommends a positive pressure configuration both to allow a filter to be placed over the intake to prevent dust ingress and because the cage on the outlet side of the fan helps keep the wiring for 3.5" disks away from the fan blades). For best cable management results, have the fan power lead face the front of the case so that it can easily be routed to its header located next to GPIO pins on the ROCKPro64. | ||
The fan should be secured using 4x long screws (that fasten into bolts) which can be found in the see-through bag supplied with the NAS Case. | The fan should be secured using 4x long screws (that fasten into bolts) which can be found in the see-through bag supplied with the NAS Case. | ||
Plug in the fan at this stage of the installation and route the cable at the bottom of the front of the case. | Plug in the fan at this stage of the installation and route the cable at the bottom of the front of the case. | ||