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*A 80mm fan with a Ph 2-Pin connector | *A 80mm fan with a Ph 2-Pin connector | ||
*Up to three SMA antennas, two of which can be attached to the WiFi/ BT module | *Up to three SMA antennas, two of which can be attached to the WiFi/ BT module | ||
==What comes in the box?== | ==What comes in the box?== | ||
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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?== | ||
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==Which software should I use?== | ==Which software should I use?== | ||
[[File:OMVGUI.png|200px|thumb|right|The OMV WebGUI is easy to understand but also very robust. It offers easy installation of plugins, system administration and overview of available services]] | [[File:OMVGUI.png|200px|thumb|right|The OMV WebGUI is easy to understand but also very robust. It offers easy installation of plugins, system administration and overview of available services]] | ||
If you are intending to build a home or small company NAS, then we strongly recommend you use [[ | If you are intending to build a home or small company NAS, then we strongly recommend you use [[ROCKPro64_Software_Releases#OpenMediaVault|Open Media Vault (OMV)]]. OMV is an open source NAS solution that makes setting up user accounts, network shares and services a breeze. It also simplifies installing additional features (called plugins), such as: PLEX media server; Remote Desktop; Encryption; RSync; etc. | ||
Its worth noting that Nextcloud, or other similar Cloud storage solutions, can also be easily installed alongside the OMV OS Image. | Its worth noting that Nextcloud, or other similar Cloud storage solutions, can also be easily installed alongside the OMV OS Image. | ||
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To learn more about OMV please visit [https://www.openmediavault.org/ their website]. | To learn more about OMV please visit [https://www.openmediavault.org/ their website]. | ||
To download the latest OMV build OR one of the numerous available Linux Distribution OS Images please visit the [[ | To download the latest OMV build OR one of the numerous available Linux Distribution OS Images please visit the [[ROCKPro64_Software_Releases|ROCKPro64 OS download section]]. | ||
==Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions== | ==Step-by-Step Assembly Instructions== | ||
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Have the cables hang outside the case or to the side for now so that they do not get in the way until they are needed. | Have the cables hang outside the case or to the side for now so that they do not get in the way until they are needed. | ||
===Step 4. Installing HDDs / SSDs into the Holding Bracket=== | ===Step 4. Installing HDDs / SSDs into the Holding Bracket=== | ||
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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. | ||
===Step 5. Installing Extras (eMMC; WiFi BT module + SMA Antennas; 80mm Fan)=== | ===Step 5. Installing Extras (eMMC; WiFi BT module + SMA Antennas; 80mm Fan)=== | ||