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<blockquote data-quote="makahomes" data-source="post: 1117288" data-attributes="member: 119900">Hi everyone,I’m planning to upgrade my PC setup and could use some advice on hardware ideas, particularly related to HBA &amp; Controllers and Converged Adapters <a href="https://serverorbit.com/hba-and-controllers/converged-adapter/10-gigabit-en" target="_blank">10 Gigabit</a>. I’m looking to build a high-performance system that can handle data-intensive tasks like virtualization, NAS storage, and possibly even a home lab setup.Here’s what I’m considering:<ol>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">HBA (Host Bus Adapter): I’ve been eyeing an LSI SAS HBA for better storage management and expandability. Does anyone have experience with these? Are there specific models you’d recommend for a mixed-use setup (gaming, storage, and virtualization)?</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">Converged Adapter: I’m also exploring 10 Gigabit converged adapters to future-proof my network and storage setup. Are these worth the investment for a home lab or small business environment? Any recommendations for reliable brands or models?</li>
<li data-xf-list-type="ol">10 Gigabit Networking: For those using 10 Gigabit adapters, how has your experience been? Did you notice a significant improvement in data transfer speeds or network performance?</li>
</ol>My goal is to create a versatile and scalable system that can handle gaming, media storage, and light virtualization. Any tips, recommendations, or personal experiences with these components would be greatly appreciated!Thanks in advance!</blockquote>

[QUOTE="makahomes, post: 1117288, member: 119900"] Hi everyone, I’m planning to upgrade my PC setup and could use some advice on hardware ideas, particularly related to [B]HBA & Controllers[/B] and [B]Converged Adapters [URL="https://serverorbit.com/hba-and-controllers/converged-adapter/10-gigabit-en"]10 Gigabit[/URL][/B]. I’m looking to build a high-performance system that can handle data-intensive tasks like virtualization, NAS storage, and possibly even a home lab setup. Here’s what I’m considering: [LIST=1] [*][B]HBA (Host Bus Adapter):[/B] I’ve been eyeing an LSI SAS HBA for better storage management and expandability. Does anyone have experience with these? Are there specific models you’d recommend for a mixed-use setup (gaming, storage, and virtualization)? [*][B]Converged Adapter:[/B] I’m also exploring 10 Gigabit converged adapters to future-proof my network and storage setup. Are these worth the investment for a home lab or small business environment? Any recommendations for reliable brands or models? [*][B]10 Gigabit Networking:[/B] For those using 10 Gigabit adapters, how has your experience been? Did you notice a significant improvement in data transfer speeds or network performance? [/LIST] My goal is to create a versatile and scalable system that can handle gaming, media storage, and light virtualization. Any tips, recommendations, or personal experiences with these components would be greatly appreciated! Thanks in advance! [/QUOTE]

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