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I'm trying to figure out my options for setting up a small digital media lab for a new non-profit, but I have no idea how to set a minimum level of server specs! How much CPU and RAM do I really need? What determines this?
The server will be used to administer local user accounts, and store files (including large media files). We may also end up using it to host our website and mail, if it makes sense (unlikely). All the main client computers will be macs, so I assume I should make life easier and just get an XServe. But I'm open to other suggestions.
See below for some prices and models for various XServe's I'm trying to choose between. How low can I go? How much CPU/RAM do I need?
Let me know if you need more information... [more inside]
posted by yuletide
on Aug 20, 2009 -
5 answers
I'm consolidating and trying to save some money in the coming years.
To that end I've acquired an older Mac Mini and pulled out an old monitor. I've set it as a working media center, but I think I could do more and do it more efficiently. [more inside]
posted by Gideon
on Mar 16, 2009 -
7 answers
What is the best way to sync folders on a Mac to folders on a PC media server across a network? [more inside]
posted by raddevon
on Nov 26, 2008 -
11 answers
Tossing an idea around here ... I'd like to use my old Powerbook as a media server for my Windows network.
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posted by chairish
on Jul 12, 2008 -
5 answers
Naming Filter: Hive mind, please help us name our open source OS X media center application! [more inside]
posted by ill3
on Jun 3, 2008 -
15 answers
Offline Drive Indexing for Macs? [more inside]
posted by ransom
on Feb 27, 2008 -
5 answers
Xbox 360 + Connect 360 (OS X) + 720p + 802.11n = jerky video? [more inside]
posted by bryanjbusch
on Feb 15, 2008 -
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Ideas for seeking corporate donations of tech equipment and air travel? I'm one of the co-founders of a free arts/tech workshop happening for the first time this August in Serbia. We've already had some modest success getting funding for this through traditional channels, but I also want to approach hardware companies and airlines to see if they can help us.
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posted by allterrainbrain
on Mar 6, 2007 -
5 answers
I need a good media center application for OS X. [more inside]
posted by triolus
on Jun 22, 2006 -
7 answers
Got a sparkly new MacBook today, and I want to listen to my Gameday Audio subscription on mlb.com. but Windows Media is blocking my way. [more inside]
posted by DandyRandy
on May 16, 2006 -
7 answers
Mac Mini (Dual Core Intel version) & Media Art Installation: I'm working with a friend to develop a system that will allow not only for playback of audio/visual content, but also for recording it. I think a Mini is a good way to go, but would like some advice. [more inside]
posted by aladfar
on Mar 29, 2006 -
4 answers
Windows Media Center + iTunes Library + OCD = suck.
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posted by robbie01
on Mar 19, 2006 -
2 answers
Is there any way in OS X Tiger to create a Smart Folder of movies (mostly .avi) with the condition "Play Count Is...", as in iTunes? I'd like to make an "unseen movies" folder. This is very easy to do in iTunes, but I don't seem to see such an option in the Finder. [more inside]
posted by rossination
on Jan 3, 2006 -
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My parents have a Windows machine in their office, but since I already have a firewire video camera and a Powerbook G4 running Tiger, I'd like to get them a Mac Mini so that they can see their 8-month old grandson in all his full screen, 30fps glory via iChat. Question: What are the best peripherals for them to use the Mini as a second computer in the **living room**? (which wireless keyboard, adapters for hooking the Mini to the TV, etc?) [more inside]
posted by ericbop
on Aug 2, 2005 -
2 answers
Is there a free VST- or AudioUnit-compatibile plugin designed to remove or reduce compression artifacts from low-quality audio being re-recorded at a higher bitrate? Or special settings for a specific filter that will do this? I need one for AudioHijack on OS X.
posted by Mo Nickels
on Jan 20, 2005 -
6 answers