I am looking for input on how to align my systems.
Right now I have two systems one running as a faux server, the other is my main desktop.
Server: AMD e-350 (runs 24/7)
Main System: AMD Phenom 2
I am looking at replacing my main system with a Core I7 4790k system. What I am trying to decide is if I should merge my two systems into one system that runs all the time or keep the server system.
Desktop/Server Pros:
Desktop/Server Cons:
The single machine system would be great, but I worry about the extra wear on the higher end equipment and the greater power usage.
Thought? Have I missed any pros/cons or other solutions?
Note: I use the server for remote file access, media streaming, and backup, it could be turned off at night, but is nice to leave running at night so other systems can backup (crashplan).
Right now I have two systems one running as a faux server, the other is my main desktop.
Server: AMD e-350 (runs 24/7)
Main System: AMD Phenom 2
I am looking at replacing my main system with a Core I7 4790k system. What I am trying to decide is if I should merge my two systems into one system that runs all the time or keep the server system.
Desktop/Server Pros:
Lower power consumption when desktop is off
Less wear on desktop system as it is off when not in use.
Desktop/Server Cons:
Two systems, double the maintenance
Uses more electricity when both are running
Sometimes have to remotely wake on lan desktop system when needing to access files/programs only on that system.
The single machine system would be great, but I worry about the extra wear on the higher end equipment and the greater power usage.
Thought? Have I missed any pros/cons or other solutions?
Note: I use the server for remote file access, media streaming, and backup, it could be turned off at night, but is nice to leave running at night so other systems can backup (crashplan).