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emma_peel
December 21st, 2009, 09:38 PM
Hello.
I'm looking for a NAS and, of course, I would like to install Ubuntu Server on it.
Have anyone of you ever tried such an install ?
On the install help page :
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Installation
I do not see which method should be applied.
Do you think it is a good idea to change the initial OS ?
I will probably choose a READYNAS, from NETGEAR.
Is there a better choice for Ubuntu server installation ?
Thank you for the feedback.
PS : I know this not always appreciated, but I will also post on the READYNAS forum.
sanderj
December 21st, 2009, 10:43 PM
What makes you think you can install Ubuntu on a ReadyNAS?
Ubuntu is for PC-like hardware.
A ReadyNAS has it's own built-in OS, with probably some non-x86-processor.
So if you want Ubuntu Server, get yourself a PC-like platform.
If you want a NAS, buy a NAS.
emma_peel
December 22nd, 2009, 01:29 PM
This NAS is Intel based. On my previous NAS it was possible to install additional packages using a kind of aptitude ...
I will check the OS provided with the READYNAS, it should not be far from a kind of Linux.
sanderj
December 22nd, 2009, 01:39 PM
This NAS is Intel based. On my previous NAS it was possible to install additional packages using a kind of aptitude ...
I will check the OS provided with the READYNAS, it should not be far from a kind of Linux.
Indeed: most NASes and a lot of routers use some kind of Linux, as Linux (for example Debian Linux) is available for about any processor.
For example: the Linksys WRT54G has a MIPS processor and does run Linux. More examples here: http://www.linuxfordevices.com/c/a/Linux-For-Devices-Articles/The-Linux-Devices-Showcase/
Ubuntu, however, is available for the x86-platform (and maybe powerpc). And I doubt that a Readynas has a x86 processor.
Mighty_Joe
December 22nd, 2009, 04:55 PM
I built my own low-power NAS "appliance" discussion here (http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1244304&highlight=nas). A lot cheaper and more flexible than a shrink-wrapped NAS, especially if you want to run Ubuntu Server and do more than just serve files.
emma_peel
December 28th, 2009, 01:03 PM
Thank you all for your comments.
I changed my mind and will build my own server.
Any tips for the installation ? I would like to avoid to buy a graphic card, and I even do not have a screen at home.
Mighty_Joe
December 30th, 2009, 01:52 PM
I've never performed an installation on a "real" headless server, so I don't know how that's done. The motherboard I purchased had a built-in graphics card, so it wasn't an extra expense for me. To do my install, I plugged it into my existing desktop monitor and keyboard. After installing, I administer the server via SSH, so a monitor and keyboard are unnecessary.
emma_peel
December 31st, 2009, 02:00 PM
OK, I will probably buy a cheap graphic card just for the first steps of the installation.
kevinatkins
December 31st, 2009, 02:43 PM
You could use one of Via's mini-itx motherboards, which are tiny, low power consumption devices. They're not exactly powerhouses but could be just right for a small home-brew NAS-alike appliance, but with the extra flexibility you're looking for...
emma_peel
January 27th, 2010, 09:43 AM
Thank you for your reply. I finally bought a full size computer, without keyboard and screen, except for the install (I had to borrow some the first day).
Does anybody have some basic advice for managing a headless server ?
Mighty_Joe
January 28th, 2010, 02:13 PM
You can start with the Ubuntu Server Guide (https://help.ubuntu.com/9.10/serverguide/C/index.html).
llawwehttam
January 28th, 2010, 02:16 PM
Ubuntu is all very well for a nas but its not specifically built for it. If you just want a free nas OS then look no further.
http://freenas.org/freenas
It has a nice webgui and is very easy to set up.
By all means use ubuntu server if you want to use it for more than just a nas.
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