Mantax
AAdmincraft
•Created by Mantax on 2/24/2025 in #questions
Tower Server Hardware Advice Wanted
I'm looking to build a tower server for all sorts of game servers such as Minecraft, ARK: Survival Evolved/Ascended, Project Zomboid, etc. It will also be used for minor home lab stuff. Basically, I just want a hunk of a server all to myself.
However, my main use case for it will be hosting custom modpacks for Minecraft. I plan on having a peak player count of 24-32, and the packs tend to have roughly 150-200 mods, with a fair amount of time dedicated towards optimizing with the standard optimization mods and scripts. Although, the occasional ATM8+ pack might be thrown in for giggles.
Part list: https://pcpartpicker.com/list/VQX9wY
I do plan on adding more RAM to it, for a total of 192GB in the future, as well as more storage as needed.
I do like the idea of having a 9900X for big flex power, but I'm wondering if it's a little overkill.
As for my general knowledge, I'm rather inexperienced when it comes to messing with server hardware and software, and I'm currently learning about server stuff like Plex, Pterodactyl, Virtualization, and other terms I'm learning by the day.
Does anyone have any positive/negative opinions on this list or my logic/methodology?
I am looking for any feedback, as I wish to learn as much as I can before making any purchases.
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