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My budget is less than 500$ USD.

What I want is a small server that will handle mostly simple tasks, such as adding an element to a database, updating it, sorting the elements and picking one based on criteria and so on. The server would be accessed from less then 5 computers at once.

Some criteria is that I would like the build to be in server chassis, later put into a server rack, and it needs to support at least one ssd and one hdd, with some good airflow(2+ fans).

I'm quite lost when it comes to components for a build like this, and would love some help!
Thanks in advance!
 
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Ethanh100
Yes they are desktop parts, but will be fine for running 24/7 for a few years, with server grade stuff you just get some of the server grade features such as SAS and ECC memory, but that comes at a tall price. IF that cpu is too much for you then save a little cash and go for something like this below, or you could use a 6300 for a middle of the line system between the two.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-6100 3.7GHz Dual-Core Processor ($110.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! SHADOW ROCK LP 51.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($39.90 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus H110I-PLUS D3/CSM Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard ($76.99 @ SuperBiiz)
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This seems to fit a general use server on the cheap: I chose a non k cpu, because you probably don't plan to really overclock this i would assume, but did throw in a aftermarket cooler to keep things quiet, but if you want to save $30, then you can just roll with the stock cooler. I chose a 4u case, which is oversized in height a little for these parts, but will allow you to install a larger cpu heatsink in the future, as well as drop in a video card, which I am assuming you dont need now. Also this case wasnt anymore expensive than smaller cases.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i5-4690 3.5GHz Quad-Core Processor ($209.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! SHADOW ROCK LP 51.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($39.90 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Gigabyte GA-B85M-DS3H Micro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($64.88 @ OutletPC)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($32.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($37.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($45.71 @ OutletPC)
Other: Logisys 4801 All Black 4U Industrial Rackmount Cases CS4801BK Black ($72.64 @ Amazon)
Total: $504.10
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-26 22:23 EDT-0400
 
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A 2u case seems to be good and can fit a slim cpu cooler. Also, all those parts are desktop ones, would they be fine with running 24-7? And the cpu is overkill for the tasks the server will perform.
 
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Yes they are desktop parts, but will be fine for running 24/7 for a few years, with server grade stuff you just get some of the server grade features such as SAS and ECC memory, but that comes at a tall price. IF that cpu is too much for you then save a little cash and go for something like this below, or you could use a 6300 for a middle of the line system between the two.

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

CPU: Intel Core i3-6100 3.7GHz Dual-Core Processor ($110.99 @ SuperBiiz)
CPU Cooler: be quiet! SHADOW ROCK LP 51.4 CFM CPU Cooler ($39.90 @ Newegg)
Motherboard: Asus H110I-PLUS D3/CSM Mini ITX LGA1151 Motherboard ($76.99 @ SuperBiiz)
Memory: Crucial Ballistix Sport 8GB (1 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($32.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: A-Data Premier SP550 120GB 2.5" Solid State Drive ($37.99 @ NCIX US)
Storage: Western Digital Caviar Blue 1TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive ($45.71 @ OutletPC)
Other: Logisys 4801 All Black 4U Industrial Rackmount Cases CS4801BK Black ($72.64 @ Amazon)
Total: $417.21
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2016-09-27 15:49 EDT-0400
 
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