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Reader supplied reviews for TrueNAS
Average rating
9.1 from 175 review(s)
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-12
Votes: 1
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Works great.. love that they support zfs
After using TrueNAS Scale for the past couple years I've found it to be very reliable. It works great for any of my Network Backup or Storage Access needs between my mobile and desktop devices. After looking into some learning resources it's pretty great for beginners to dig into something more advanced. The Apps do require frequent maintenance and sometimes need to be redeployed after updates change things (Depends on the container) but otherwise everything else is set and go. I couldn't think of a better NAS software to run than TrueNAS.
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-12
Votes: 1
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Works great.. love that they support zfs
After using TrueNAS Scale for the past couple years I've found it to be very reliable. It works great for any of my Network Backup or Storage Access needs between my mobile and desktop devices. After looking into some learning resources it's pretty great for beginners to dig into something more advanced. The Apps do require frequent maintenance and sometimes need to be redeployed after updates change things (Depends on the container) but otherwise everything else is set and go. I couldn't think of a better NAS software to run than TrueNAS.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-10
Votes: 0
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After using TrueNAS Scale for the past couple years I've found it to be very reliable. It works great for any of my Network Backup or Storage Access needs between my mobile and desktop devices. After looking into some learning resources it's pretty great for beginners to dig into something more advanced. The Apps do require frequent maintenance and sometimes need to be redeployed after updates change things (Depends on the container) but otherwise everything else is set and go. I couldn't think of a better NAS software to run than TrueNAS.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-10
Votes: 0
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I used FreeNAS and TrueNAS Core from summer 2015 until my hardware died end of 2023.
Then I switched, after some tests with other NAS systems, to TrueNAS Scale due to its Debian base, and because I didn't like the other systems.
The setup was easy and the NAS is running out of the box. It's just set it up and forget it.
There are some minor issues in the user interface, but I'm sure that they will be fixed soon.
I use the NAS at home for personal data.
Maybe in the future I will try virtualization.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-10
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is an exceptional network-attached storage solution that has consistently received high praise from its users. With a robust and intuitive interface, TrueNAS offers unparalleled versatility for a variety of use cases. Whether it’s spinning up virtual machines, conducting tests, or setting up a media server, TrueNAS handles it all with ease. Its use of the ZFS file system ensures data integrity and protection, making it a reliable choice for storing documents, downloads, and media backups. Users have also highlighted the system’s stability and performance improvements over previous solutions. TrueNAS stands out as a powerful, scalable solution that can meet both small and large data needs, all while being cost-effective and easy to manage. It’s no wonder that TrueNAS has been recognized with numerous awards and continues to be a top-rated product by its satisfied customers. For anyone who cares about their data and seeks a hassle-free storage experience, TrueNAS is the go-to option.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 3
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TrueNAS Scale (I'm running the latest version 24)
A powerful and flexible NAS solution almost for any need.
My main storage solution for home and office.
With TrueNAS you can turn an old server (Dell T410 in my case) into a NAS.
I use it as my main storage point and it takes care of all my backup strategies.
It is also the primary storage provider for all my VMs hosted on my XCP-NG server.
Generally speaking it has a bit of a learning curve but it's totally worth it, you set it up once and you're good to go
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I use TrueNAS Scale as primary and TrueNAS Core in the backup machine. Both are working well and they are both fantastic for NAS solution. Note that both implementations require at least 8GB memory, but more is better.
The downside of the TrueNAS Scale is some issues with SMB. On the upper side is the plethora of the applications compared with TrueNAS Core.
The downside of TrueNAS Core is the limited applications because it is based on FreeBSD. On the other hand is much more polished compared with TrueNAS Scale and I never had any issue.
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is the leader right now. No other implementation comes close, considering the cost and ease of use. Some other ready solutions are great as well , like synology, but the flexibility of TrueNAS is something else alltogether.
I administrate both, and both have their use cases , but TrueNAS is the clear winner in flexibility and cost. The chance to test without any cost , is also a big plus.
An extensive app catalog , ZFS , great for home lab use , improved with each implementation.
Stability is excellent as well. Rock solid for a few years now.
An easy recommendation.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS-SCALE-23.10.2
An excellent NAS solution
Boasting long experience and a solid foundation, this new Linux-based version, unlike the Freebsd-based TrueNAS Core, stands out for users who want both robust storage and versatile applications.
Also in this version we have the ZFS file system, renowned for its data integrity, self-healing capabilities and integrated features such as snapshots and replication, an excellent solution for data security. The interface is similar to that of TrueNAS Core, navigating the interface is intuitive. From here you can manage pools, data sets and shares and install apps.
In this version we find a catalog of TrueNAS SCALE apps.
There are a rich selection of pre-configured apps, simplifying deployment for common use cases such as web servers and development environments.
This product is excellent for the home for those who want to take care of and have a guarantee on the security of the data they are archiving and gives the possibility of experimenting or creating a real home laboratory for all your needs.
Simply put with the flexibility this system offers if you want a NAS solution that goes beyond simple file serving, TrueNAS Scale is the perfect solution.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I have been using TrueNAS for some years while it was branded FreeNAS. Although I have enjoyed FreeBSD version TrueNAS Scale make me more than happy. Ability to use Linux type virtualization and containers is great feature. Now I don't need separate storage and virtualization platform.
Hardware at home HP MicroServer Gen8 with upgraded processor and RAM. Boot disk on ODD port + SD card chain loader.
Only thing which I am missing is DRBD like feature which I am using in data center where I work.
I am using it at home and for some other users small companies.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Perfekt NAS Solution.
Build your NAS with the Power of ZFS.
Runs rock solid and without any issues for month now in my Homelab.
I think Core will be end of life soon. But if you go with Scale ist perfect.
Best of all, core is still Freebsd but Scale runs on Linux. So you have endless options.
I also run a Nextcloud (virtualized) on it, inculding a Documentserver without any issues.
You can run it on allmost every Hardware. If you just wanna try it out its possible to do it virtualized with Proxmox for Example.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Awesome scalable solution for your data.
ZFS for supreme performance
Has been rock-solid for years now.
Maybe a bit daunting for new home users with all of its options , but once setup correctly , it's a hands-off experience.
Works on most machines
TrueNAS Core is excellent for home or small office use, where you only need to manage a few disks and pools. Samba and ZFS share is more than enough for such a home NAS. No idea if it would be suitable for a larger enterprise use, for my programming job it would not be appropriate for Docker Swarm and Kubernetes volumes. I have no experience with TrueNAS Scale so I can not comment on that.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS has certainly come a long way, and through its many changes has developed into a very reliable option for DIY storage. This is one of the top picks if you're looking to bake your own storage at home or need to get a NAS together for a budget-limited solution like public schools.
As for their pre-build systems, they are great quality and I find them comparable to Synology. While Synology's OS is incredibly easy to use, the extras you get with TrueNAS are worth the little bit of extra effort. It really does fit from home enthusiast up to enterprise scale applications.
You really can't go wrong with TrueNAS. If you have questions, engage their support and you won't be disappointed. The community is also a great asset to DIY-ers.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale
It's great for a homelab user. Plenty of enterprise grade powerful features while still being accessible to someone like myself who's only using it for personal use. App support through the build in kubernetes environment is great. I just wish that some things were more fleshed out to the user, you have to dig into the zfs terminal commands to fix some issues you may have with your zpools. Overall though I'm very happy with the distro and would highly recommend it to anyone who needs a NAS OS either on bare metal or virtualized.
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Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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For the price you get a full featured NAS with all the plugins available with most of the other players in the space costing 100 times more. Plus TrueNas has command which allows an MSP to manage multiple NAS devices for multiple customers with a single web interface, can sync to cloud, backup, cluster, and so much more.
This is why Open Source kicks the others butts as long as they do not close the open source versions and go all paid we are Golden. But even if they did the price vs features and funtions are so much better than Syn, or Q.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS CORE (fka FreeNAS) and TrueNAS SCALE have served me incredibly well for over a dozen years. They have been incredible stable, well-documented, and has met all of my data storage needs for this entire timespan.
As a beginner the TrueNAS web interface bridged the gap and enabled me to set up a storage solution to meet my needs on my own. As I've gathered expertise of my own, I've never found the TrueNAS interface to be a barrier to making use of or maintaining more advanced features, either. In my experience, this has been rare for other beginner-friendly web intrafaces.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I've been using TrueNAS Core for a number of years for my home server. Starting from not knowing anything about servers, After looking at reviews at the best choices I felt investing time to learn TrueNAS was the long term way to go.
Glad I did.
It is a little more difficult to learn initially compared to other options out there, but once it's up and running you can ignore it because it's stable.
I use it to store all my media on it and use Plex to access it from an nvidia shield.
The documentation and videos available are great. You can take it to whatever level you what.
Now having converted to TrueNAS Scale has opened up more options for running VM's, docker, etc., as Core was more limited in software available, having to set up Jails, etc. For people with limited experience working with servers, Scale made things a lot more direct.
It keeps getting better, and for a home server, you can't beat the price.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Running TrueNAS Scale both at home and work. Use it mainly for SMB, NFS, VM's, and docker/k3s containers... Like that I can create custom containers to suite my needs, then import and run them off the machine easily. Upgrades are easy, RAID is easy to set up. There is a learning curve to it as others have mentioned, but it is a robust system that keeps getting better! Hosting Nginx Proxy Manager, Plex, Grafana, databases, websites, python projects, and a whole lot more, and this thing keeps chugging! Using an old B550 MoBo with a Ryzen 5000G and 64GB RAM, 3x 2TB HDD RAIDz (storage), 3x 1TB NVME RAIDz (compute), on-board 2.5Gbps NIC (management), and PCI-e 5Gbps NIC (VMnet).
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I have been using True Nas for about 5 years now, was not real educated on setting up a server and running it, but decided to try it, setting it up was very easy, it seems to work with all kinds of hardware, but from what I heard some hardware will not work with it, but I set it up on an old computer I had, ran into some problems but I went to their website and found out most of the problems I had were hardware related, I took care of the problem hardware and it worked very nice, setup is a breeze, you just need to follow close attention to how they set it up, went on You Tube and found many video's to help me set it up, today I use it to store all my data from my other home computers, works very well I would recommend it to pro's and beginners.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I've used TrueNAS Core/FreeNAS for over 10 years. It has been a solid solution for me in my homelab. If I were to mention any negatives, it would be Web GUI options to better manage ZFS (possibly improve the GUI where the options lie). I've had to go to the command line to get some tasks performed in the past to manage the pool. I have a couple jails defined, but managing the jails is cumbersome on FreeBSD. The available app software is not actively updated.
I anticipate to convert to Scale this next year as iX, though continuing to support Core, their development is over the Linux based Scale.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale is the best open-source storage on the market. It is very easy to use and it is rock solid.
According to its website, it has been downloaded more than 10M times.
This software only exists since 2020, but indeed it is the evolution of TrueNAS Core which is based on FreeBSD, instead of Linux Debian for TrueNAS Scale.
TrueNAS Core exists for more than a decade.
TrueNAS Scale is basically a tiny Linux Debian operating system with a nice web interface to manage OpenZFS.
OpenZFS is a very powerful and mature open-source file system that offers everything you wish: snapshot, compression, replication, encryption, data integrity, etc.
The web interface can manage the OpenZFS storage and the sharing protocol you wish NFS, Samba, iSCSI, S3, FTP, TFTP, etc.
So you can TrueNAS for traditional file sharing but also for block sharing for server appliations.
Thanks to its Debian base, TrueNAS is compatible with many hardware.
Applying the update is very easy: when you want to update to a newer version, you just click on a button to update.
The server will reboot few minutes later with the new version.
If something does not work as expected in the new version you can reboot to a previous installed version.
Another of this key advantage is the possibility to run virtual machines and docker application on top of TrueNAS, so you can consolidate applications and data on the same server like for an hyper converged infrastructure.
Even if TrueNAS is basically suitable for any workload but I would say that it particularly shines for Tier1 and Tier2 storage application when you have a limited budget.
If you compare with other storage solutions, the learning curve is quite easy because everything is setup through the web interface (there is also a command line interface if you really need it)
Nevertheless, a good understanding of ZFS is required before deciding which kind of zpool layout you will use.
To conclude, if you have never try TrueNAS, then just download the ISO and install it in a VirtualBox virtual machine to forge your own opinion. It is very easy and such a test will worth more than any review.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I have been using FreeNas/TrueNas for about 6 years now. I have had almost no problems with the ease of use, stability or rock solid performance. At first I did some basic storage and SMB shares. Later, I have found the true complexity and power of TrueNas by exploring snapshots, replication to my other TrueNas server and RSYNC. I also set up saving my Google Drive cloud service to my TrueNas Server.
I also installed and use the Plex media server. I wonder all the time what the limits of this amazing TrueNas software are? I have a Dell R730 server with 132 Gigs of ram and mirrored SSD system drives with 6 data drives. Snapshots are replicated to a different TrueNas server for safety. This setup has been extremely stable and efficient for several years now through many TrueNas Updates, which have always been flawless.
The cons are that the Virtual Machine subset is clunky and not easy to use after install. There is also a lack of an file editor for non SMB data. I enable the FTP service and use WinSCP as a file editor for those infrequent times needed.
The few shortcomings of this amazing software are vastly overshadowed but the robust, rock-solid, stability and performance. Add to that, the easy, intuitive, Graphical User Interface that even an idiot can use and you have a real winner.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I am just evaluating this version of TrueNas Scale and I am really like how it is easy to configure and how the dashboard is set up and you can add or remove items that are or not needed. The speed seems fine but I am only running on an old I7 processor so I will see when I put it on a newer I7 or I9. I have tried the VM's in an older version of TrueNas and hope they have done more fine tuning on the current release.
I have been using Proxmox lately, is there a way to export a proxmox vm to Truenas?
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 5
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Tried TrueNAS core first, but it did not support my network card.
Tried TrueNAS scale after that. Things worked ok at first, but after a software update, networking stopped working. That should not be unexpected because it is still considered Beta software.
For me the biggest feature of TrueNAS is ZFS. I have a much better experience now using Ubuntu server with ZFS and adding Cockpit management. The biggest factor is control over the system. It took more work to set up than TrueNAS, but I'm much more satisfied. If you want a NAS solution with less manual setup, then TrueNAS could be right for you, but it was not right for me.
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Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I am using TrueNAS since (FreeNAS) version 8 on a quite seasoned LaCie 5Big Office.
Boot-drive is on an CF-Card on the internal PATA-Port.
Data-drives are 5 x 2 TB 3.5" SATA-disks.
An additional SATA-SSD on the e-SATA Port is used vor Caching.
The NAS is used for daily Backups on 3 Win10 Notebooks and a Raspberry PI 4 B with varios Applications (mainly Nextcloud and various containerized Test-Environments)
The Software runs absolutely stable.
I only wish, I could upgrade the System to more than 8 GB of RAM.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale (I am running the latest 24 version)
A Powerful and Flexible NAS Solution
TrueNAS Scale stands out as a fantastic NAS option, particularly for users who crave both robust storage and versatile applications. Here's a breakdown of its strengths:
A solid Foundation:
ZFS File System:
At its core, TrueNAS Scale leverages the bulletproof ZFS file system, renowned for its data integrity, self-healing capabilities, and built-in features like snapshots and replication.
Familiar Interface:
If you're already comfortable with TrueNAS Core, navigating TrueNAS Scale feels intuitive. The web interface offers a user-friendly experience for managing pools, datasets, and shares.
Power of Applications:
Docker and Kubernetes: TrueNAS Scale shines with its seamless integration of Docker and Kubernetes. This empowers you to deploy and manage containerized applications alongside your NAS functionality.
App Catalog: The TrueNAS SCALE Apps catalog provides a rich selection of pre-configured apps, streamlining deployment for common use cases like media servers, web servers, and development environments.
Ideal For:
Home Labs: For those running a home lab, TrueNAS Scale offers an enticing proposition. It consolidates file storage with the ability to run various applications on a single system, maximizing resource utilization.
Flexibility Seekers: If you crave a NAS solution that goes beyond basic file serving, TrueNAS Scale caters perfectly. With its containerization capabilities, you can customize your NAS to fit your specific needs.
Recent Improvements:
Stability: The recent TrueNAS SCALE 24.0 release boasts impressive stability, even coming in as a beta. This signifies ongoing development efforts to ensure a reliable platform.
ZFS Arc Enhancements: The ZFS Arc memory management has seen improvements, potentially simplifying memory tuning for users who previously relied on meticulous adjustments in TrueNAS Core.
To sum this all up, TrueNAS Scale emerges as a compelling NAS solution, especially for users who value a blend of robust storage, application versatility, and a user-friendly interface.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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I use it as a private cloud and the performance is exceptional. You can host files, create multimedia libraries, game servers, etc. Practically anything you can think of. In addition to the official applications you can add unofficial application repositories.
As a flaw that you can not create a simple web page. I have created a virtual machine with ubuntu server to create a small website for personal use. Another problem I see is the difficulty to add web certificates. And to finish with the problems that the documentation is not translated into more languages.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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Using a decommissioned server from work and TrueNAS Scale, I was able to build myself a great NAS device that was both cheap and easy to install and setup.
All I needed to buy was the hard drives to put in the server and download the ISO and I was good to go. Installation was a breeze and after a quick bit of research on the TrueNAS website and some YouTube videos, I was up and running and able to start using the server as a media store and backup destination.
As I’m limited with CPU speed and RAM options, I’m mostly using it as a Samba share for my media files, but it does that job flawlessly.
Overall, it’s a great NAS device and is cheap to run and allowed me to continue using some old hardware that would otherwise have been ewaste.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS's latest version, building upon its already impressive foundation, introduces several innovative capabilities that further solidify its position as a leading storage solution.
Firstly, the latest version of TrueNAS emphasizes enhanced scalability. With support for even larger storage capacities and more streamlined expansion options, organizations can seamlessly accommodate their growing data requirements without compromising performance or reliability. Whether it's adding additional storage nodes or expanding existing storage pools, TrueNAS offers unparalleled scalability to adapt to evolving business needs.
Moreover, the latest iteration of TrueNAS incorporates advanced performance optimizations to deliver blazing-fast storage performance. Leveraging the latest advancements in hardware acceleration and caching technologies, TrueNAS ensures lightning-fast data access and throughput, empowering organizations to achieve optimal performance for their critical workloads.
Additionally, the latest version of TrueNAS places a strong emphasis on data security and compliance. With enhanced encryption capabilities, comprehensive access controls, and audit logging features, TrueNAS enables organizations to maintain the highest standards of data security while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as GDPR and HIPAA.
Furthermore, TrueNAS's latest version introduces seamless integration with cloud services, enabling organizations to leverage the scalability and flexibility of cloud storage while maintaining control over their data. Whether it's hybrid cloud deployments or data replication to cloud storage providers, TrueNAS facilitates seamless data management across on-premises and cloud environments.
Moreover, TrueNAS's latest version enhances data management capabilities with advanced data deduplication and compression techniques, allowing organizations to maximize storage efficiency and reduce storage costs without compromising performance or reliability.
Overall, TrueNAS's latest version represents a significant leap forward in terms of scalability, performance, security, and data management capabilities. With its innovative features and robust functionality, TrueNAS continues to set the standard for modern storage solutions, empowering organizations to efficiently manage and protect their data assets in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Core is a super stable and capable OS. I'm running Plex, Radar, Sonar, Lidar, 1 Linux VM for Pihole and Tautulli. Since 2019 never had any issues. Looking forward to jump to TrueScale band wagon.
It is ideal for home and/or small business uses as a NAS server. It supports variety of network storage protocols.
It also supports low and high hardware configs. HW updates are easy to implement. Monitoring options for HW failures is easy to setup. I would like to thank iX for their support to the community.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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I've been a TrueNAS user for years now.
Pros:
Runs on anything
Reliable on reliable hardware
Lots of ways to connect
Cons:
Maybe too steep of a learning curve for Joe User
UI not as slick as Synology yet
No tiering storage levels yet (hot, cold tiers)
I have run TrueNAS Core on small desktops to enterprise servers, in a home environment to an enterprise datacenter. Obviously better performance on the enterprise hardware, but even the small desktop deployments weren't slow. The expandability through jails is a really nice feature, to be able to add on Plex, Nextcloud, etc. with just a few clicks is very attractive.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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Great stability - on my home-lab build. Running TrueNAS-SCALE-23.10.0 (at the time of writing this) - have several SMB shares (wow the speed), several Apps (game servers, media servers, photo back up , local cloud hosting, and PiHole! Like the VMs I have enough headroom to spin up several VMs - currently running concurrently 2 VMs (Linux and windows... I know Windows), cloud sync tasks (impressed with the number of providers it syncs with). Wish it could support MacOS natively, but on the forums there are some great manual workaround to make this happen - big "wow" on the creative community threads that walk you on how to do this.
Dashboard for System and device health status is priceless. Being able to be proactive for hardware failures, and make failovers gives me the courage and confidence to consider used hardware when expanding my home lab. (Awesome)
ZFS has come a long way from being "experimental", and even at experimental it was stable and no errors.
Been using this platform since it was FreeNas 0.69.2.4700 - even that for it's time was hands down the most reliable storage solution.
Really like the incremental updates based on community feedback, and the big community support for testing and making this my go to solution for anything NAS and beyond. It has a little bit of a learning curve (if you are not used to tinkering) but the community forums quick responses and youtube videos get you up and going quick. Every day I keep finding new things to tinker and explore with. But out of the box it is quick and painless to set up.
If I had a second build I would tinker with the the nightly and RC builds to get ahead of the curve. Cant wait for dragonfish final release to dive into the improvements in that release train. Got to admit, iX has a world class product, and improving.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 1
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I am writing this review because there is a snow storm and we are locked in so I have a bit of time. There is no electrical power off the grid but our faithful generator is running outside and the house's critical IT stuff is fed and protected by both the generator and a UPS. What a great opportunity to remind myself that our data is also safe because we are using a TrueNAS network backup system.
I am the guy that a long long time ago in a far far away place was coding FORTRAN on paper cards. If you had a drawer then, the card deck was your backup. I recently retired from 40 years as an engineer in the aerospace industry. On my todo list was to consolidate my home IT into a fast and reliable ecosystem. I wanted all to become Apple so the phone can natively talk to the watch, the watch to the Mac Studio, my wife's MacBook Pro and every combination thereof without having to install 3rd party patches so we can seamlessly share our apps and data.
Notwithstanding that Microsoft had been a great ally throughout my career and I sadly I had to let go all my professional software. I was left with a 10 year old PC (which was leading benchmarks then). I could not upgrade to Windows 11 because is lacks TPM module hence my decision to go all Apple but I could at least use it as a network file server. A friend who was a senior manager in top tier data centres suggested I look into TrueNAS: Bingo !!!
Wiped my PC clean with a tear saying goodbye to my engineering life and from an ISO file on a USB key, installed TrueNAS successfully at the first attempt. All my hardware and disk drives were successfully recognized. Got instant feedback from the dashboard and may first thought was: hell, that CORE software works great. The documentation and instructions were easy to understand and follow.
Creating pools and users was easy once I figured out the workflow. Once again, the TrueNAS online documentation was the key to success. Finding documentation and configuration tips for Mac was quite more difficult. Had to search the web and that took me a few days to test, especially on the security side. Finally, sharing SMB and enabling Time Machine, which is native to the TrueNAS user interface, made everything work. No scripts or code patches were required.
Mac's Time Machine automatically backs up our data on TrueNAS. Since the initial install, I had two True NAS upgrades that were installed and the migration was seamless and error free.
My old faithful PC does the job for now but increasing the capacity and quantity of drives will cause heating and power budget issues. The LAN interface is slow compared with what the Macs can do today. Obsolete it is, so I will eventually change that machine for another machine but I will definitely keep TrueNAS as the storage software. Will either buy a bare PC and install CORE on it or better, I will get a TrueNAS MiniX.
TrueNAS works great for Apple clients. Go for it !
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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A solid NAS operating system. I am running it on two systems, one all flash and one hybrid. It even installed on a third party NAS System without much hassle.
Pros
Very good hardware compatibility (Debian Based)
Easy to use and setup
Good hardware function
Solid NAS Functions
Decent VM Functions
ZFS snapshots and replication are awesome
Cons
Apps do break on updates sometimes, but I don't use many
Passing shares through to VMs is difficult on purpose
Mixed
Easy to miss the SMB permission mode when setting up a new share
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS scale 23.10.1 on an R730XD I've been using this system for several months now and after a learning curve, found the system to be very solid and actively updated. I've joined all the forums and see that there is a very robust community that remains committed. Aside from learning something other than Windows as a home user, this was an amazing adventure into Linux and HomeLab. I run TrueNAS Scale on a R730XD and have 100TB of drives in to 4 pools, the main pool is for PLEX and works very well. I also run an instance of NextCloud as well for my wife who refuses to delete pictures from her full iPhone. The apps that come in TrueNAS and Truecharts are solid and well-kept and also actively up to date. For what I use this for, it fills all of the need i know that I need. It also fills the voids for experimentation. I've learned a great deal about Kubernetes, Docker and VM's. I find a few bugs here and there and that is the reason for a 9 out of 10. When I go submit a ticket, my issue is already being addressed. The bugs are extremely minimal and don't cause any operational issues. Almost entirely it's me that causes any problems. some issues are page refresh artifacts. but like i said these are not real issues to me at all. Im sold on TrueNAS Scale and will be a longtime patron. I recommend using one of the versions of TrueNAS that will fit your need if you decide to venture in the server direction. I would also add that you can use about any type of machine you desire, I bought my R730XD before I even knew about TrueNAS. what a pleasant surprise when I found out more.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-03
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is a powerful and feature-rich open-source storage platform that provides a wide range of storage services and data protection features. It is built on top of FreeBSD and the OpenZFS file system, which ensures high performance, reliability, and data integrity.
One of the standout features of TrueNAS is its user-friendly web interface, which makes it easy to manage and configure storage pools, datasets, shares, and replication tasks. The web interface is well-designed, intuitive, and provides a wealth of information about the system's performance, health, and status.
TrueNAS supports a wide range of storage protocols, including SMB/CIFS, NFS, AFP, iSCSI, and FTP, making it a versatile storage solution for both Windows and Unix-like environments. It also supports various data protection features, such as snapshots, replication, and encryption, which help ensure data availability and security.
Another great feature of TrueNAS is its plug-in architecture, which allows for easy integration with third-party applications and services. There are numerous plug-ins available for TrueNAS, including ones for cloud storage, backup, media streaming, and virtualization.
Overall, TrueNAS is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a reliable, scalable, and feature-rich storage platform. Whether you're a home user or a business, TrueNAS has the tools and capabilities to meet your storage needs. Its open-source nature also means that it has a strong community of developers and users who are constantly improving and adding new features to the platform.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-02
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is a free and open-source NAS (Network Attached Storage) operating system known for its focus on data security and stability.
Pros:
Stable and reliable: Designed for robustness and uptime.
ZFS file system: Offers features like snapshots, data integrity verification, and self-healing.
Free and open-source: Customizable and a large community for support.
Cons:
Can have a steeper learning curve compared to some user-friendly NAS options.
Limited app availability compared to commercial NAS solutions.
Overall, TrueNAS is a powerful option for users who prioritize data security, flexibility, and control over their storage. If ease of use or a wider app selection is a priority, other NAS options might be a better fit.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-02
Votes: 1
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i have been a user of freenas/truenas for at least version 4. The apps are a little weak but as a nas it is excellent.
i use my installation primarily as a plex server. upgrading apps need improvement especially since sometimes it fails to update. i could never keep my nextcloud installation up due to version skipping(when i notice a new update more than one major revision has happened) nextcloud refuses to update the database in this case. truenas does not have a way to get the missed versions in the plugin system from the gui.
Core appears to be near end of life and development is being shifted to scale. i feel core is as good as it will get. I will be upgrading to scale soon but do not have any experience to give a feel of it tho.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-21
Votes: 0
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pressing demand for expanded storage capacity within tight financial constraints, my client found themselves in a truly critical situation. With resources at a premium, the imperative to enhance storage capabilities was undeniable. However, the solution needed to align with their limited budgetary parameters.
My client was in a dire need to increase their storage with a limited budget.
Thanks to truenas core, we could get it done in a small timeframe in his targeted value.
Through meticulous planning and expert implementation, we optimized every facet of the storage expansion process, maximizing value without sacrificing quality.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-18
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale is an impressive open-source hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solution that brings the benefits of scale-out storage to a wider audience. It's built on the robust foundation of TrueNAS CORE and expands its capabilities with Linux containers, KVM, and scale-out ZFS storage. The interface is intuitive, making it accessible for users who are new to HCI, while still offering advanced features for seasoned professionals.
I'm using it on a Intel I5 16GB RAM own build system and its really fast and versatile! and easy of use is fantastic.
Performance-wise, TrueNAS Scale does not disappoint. It leverages ZFS to provide high throughput and low latency, which is essential for demanding applications like virtualization and media streaming. Additionally, the data integrity checks and snapshot capabilities of ZFS ensure that data remains safe and recoverable in case of corruption or loss.
In terms of security, TrueNAS Scale offers robust protection with encryption, role-based access control, and two-factor authentication. These features provide peace of mind for organizations concerned about data breaches or unauthorized access.
Overall, TrueNAS Scale is a versatile and reliable HCI solution that offers enterprise-grade features without the enterprise-grade price tag. Its open-source nature also means a strong community support and continuous improvements. For organizations looking to implement an HCI solution, TrueNAS Scale should definitely be considered.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-18
Votes: 0
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I first used Truenas Core before moving to Truenas Scale. So far it has been great. Couple of permission bugs that I had to work out but otherwise it has been a reliable system! The ability to spin up jails is also a wonderful addition! It makes it so easy to host a plex server or a pihole server! I am looking forwards to seeing that else that IX systems has in store for these platforms.
On the performance side of things, I have never seen the NAS be the bottleneck, it has always been the network or the PC transferring data. It is also extremely quick when retrieving and copying data FROM the NAS as well.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-15
Votes: 0
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I have not used this product, but, everything the I have heard or read about it gives me the impression that it is a serious answer to a lot of problems and that it can opbu businen up opportunities for expansion of both corporate and private enterprise business. Check it out. Security of your data is paramount. Being able to expand your organization's capacity while being able to access data from multiple locations is a real plus. Speed of access is important for operation of your business. Presenting your story to possible new clients while touting next generation technologies is a sure winner. Give it a try.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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I'm trialing TrueNAS Core for my do-it-yourself home NAS. The NAS serves files for myself and my family, nothing spectacular just the usual home and school stuff. Configuration was a bit difficult regarding user rights, but after that was done it worked beautifully so far. I'm also thinking about trying out TrueNAS Scale, but I would like to get some experience in Kubernetes first.
Some detailed examples of things that TrueNAS does particularly well: ZFS filesystem with builtin self checks and weekly scrubbing. Disk errors are automatically detected and I am notified about them. Pool management that beautifully handles disk loss, disk replacement, and intermittent issues. Configuration is relatively easy except for user rights management.
Some detailed examples of areas where TrueNAS has room for improvement: User rights management could be easier to configure. Android push notifications could be nice if disks fail. No support for home directories within a shared filesystem. ARM version could be interesting for lower power systems.
TrueNAS Core is excellent for home or small office use, where you only need to manage a few disks and pools. Samba and ZFS share is more than enough for such a home NAS. No idea if it would be suitable for a larger enterprise use, for my programming job it would not be appropriate for Docker Swarm and Kubernetes volumes. I have no experience with TrueNAS Scale so I can not comment on that.
TrueNAS Core had a mostly positive impact on my home, some examples include: Peace of mind that my data is safe with disk pools and ZFS filesystem. Better trust than my old NAS since I was involved with the installation and configuration. However the computer that runs TrueNAS has higher power consumption than my old prebuilt NAS.
I prefer TrueNAS Core over Thecus N4310, because it is still supported and receives updates, supports Samba 2 instead of just Samba 1, uses ZFS that is more robust than ext4 or other filesystems, sends me notifications in case of disk or pool failures, and is generally better quality and tested software. However user rights configuration is difficult, and x64 computers consume more power than ARM based prebuilt NAS systems.
TrueNAS Core delivers excellent value despite being completely free, and its feature set is more than sufficient for a home system. TrueNAS Core lives up to the hype as one of the best NAS software, and installation and configuration was not that difficult except user rights configuration of course.
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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I'm having difficulties getting Nextcloud to work correctly on TrueNAS Core. Installing on a beefy Dell server with over 10TB and 256GB RAM. Once installed (and I somehow screw it up during configuration), I cannot delete the app. In fact, I have to completely re-install TrueNAS to delete the Nextcloud app completely.
I have attempted many times and seem to be getting something wrong as once I enable the Nextcloud editors the site stops working...
Not happy yet, but will tackle it eventually...
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale is a robust and dependable solution for managing home servers, offering a plethora of features and functionalities tailored to meet the demands of users with diverse needs. After utilizing TrueNAS Scale for approximately one year, I can confidently attest to its effectiveness in handling a multitude of applications and virtual machines without encountering significant issues.
Setting up TrueNAS Scale initially required some time and effort to familiarize myself with its interface and functionalities. However, once configured, it seamlessly integrated with my existing hardware setup, which comprises a server equipped with an i7 processor, GPU, and a combination of HDDs and SSDs, totaling 6*4TB HDDs and 4 SSDs. Despite the initial learning curve, the platform's intuitive design and comprehensive documentation facilitated a smooth transition.
One of the standout features of TrueNAS Scale is its adaptability and scalability. With around 20 applications running concurrently alongside a virtual machine, TrueNAS Scale effortlessly manages the workload, ensuring optimal performance and stability. Additionally, the platform's compatibility with GPU passthrough capabilities enhances its versatility, enabling users to leverage hardware acceleration for specific tasks seamlessly.
In comparison to alternative solutions like Unraid, TrueNAS Scale emerges as a more reliable option, particularly in terms of stability and performance. While Unraid offers greater flexibility in adding and managing disks of varying sizes, TrueNAS Scale excels in providing a robust and stable environment, making it the preferred choice for users prioritizing reliability.
Looking ahead, I plan to expand my storage capacity by adding more disks while continuing to leverage TrueNAS Scale for its seamless functionality and reliability. Overall, TrueNAS Scale has surpassed my expectations, delivering a comprehensive solution for home server management that I wholeheartedly recommend to others seeking a stable and efficient platform.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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This is a very interesting NAS system to work with, specially for its flexibility. It has lots of options to connect with, including AFP, NFS, SMB/CIFS, iSCSI, and many others.
The plugin ecossystem, although it does not have many plugins available, does have very interesting options to choose from, including CI/CD tools, home entertainment softwares, and other neat apps that could move your appliance away from being a simple NAS box.
I've had some issues with it's NFS server, but all in all, it is a very good addition for your office, home lab, or anything else you might require a robust storage system to back.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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Since we started using TrueNAS at our 3D studio, it's been nothing short of a game-changer for us. We're a team of 50, and keeping our massive project files safe is crucial to us. TrueNAS, with its ZFS file system, gives us some peace of mind. It's incredibly user-friendly too, which means we we're able to set everything up by ourselves without a fuss.
The performance is stellar. Even with everyone hitting the system hard, it doesn't miss a beat, which is critical when we're rendering on deadlines.
What really sealed the deal for us is the cost efficiency. Skipping those hefty fees for dell or other competitors means we can splurge more on what really matters - our creative talent. TrueNAS become a core part of how we operate, keeping us creative, collaborative, and, most importantly, secure.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I have been supporting TrueNAS SCALE from the alpha and beta days and it has matured to what it is today. I have trusted SCALE to protect my data with ZFS RAIDZX and also the Kubernetes apps that are available and managed by SCALE's own UI. I would certainly recommend this to anyone's who is looking for a NAS solution with the added benefits of running containers on it as well.
Once my old gaming PC is not performing enough already, I recycled or rather, upcycled it to become my very first NAS. My experience with TrueNAS SCALE has been positive and I am still running it 24/7 to this day.
TrueNAS SCALE Server:
Case: Phanteks P400 Tempered Glass
Motherboard: Gigabyte Z270X-Gaming K5
CPU: Intel Core i7 7700K
CPU Cooler: ID Cooling SE-224-XT RGB 120mm
PSU: Antec VP-550P 550W Non Modular
RAM: Corsair Vengeance Red LED 3 x 8GB 3200Mhz CMU16GX4M2C3200C16R
SSD: 240GB NVMe M.2 SSD Boot Drive
HDD: 4 x 4TB Western Digital 3.5" HDD NAS Drive (RAIDZ2)
PCIe: IBM M1015 9220-8i (=9210-8i) 6Gbps SAS HBA P20 IT Mode
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I recently implemented TrueNAS SCALE in my homelab, running on an HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8 with 16 GB of memory. My experience with TrueNAS SCALE has been impressive so far, elevating my home storage and server needs to a higher level.
The installation of TrueNAS SCALE was surprisingly straightforward, even for someone with limited experience in server management. The web-based installation process guided me step by step through the setup, allowing me to seamlessly integrate my HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8. The intuitive user interface made configuring storage pools, datasets, and users highly accessible.
What truly sets TrueNAS SCALE apart is its scalability and flexibility. With Docker and Kubernetes support, I can effortlessly deploy containers for various applications without the need for complex configurations. This capability allowed me to diversify and adapt my homelab environment to meet my evolving needs.
The ZFS file system technology of TrueNAS SCALE provides reliability and data security. The ability to create snapshots and apply data compression has increased my peace of mind regarding data integrity and availability.
In terms of performance, TrueNAS SCALE exceeded my expectations. With 16 GB of memory on my HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8, I could smoothly multitask and efficiently transfer large files.
In summary, TrueNAS SCALE significantly enhanced my homelab experience. It combines user-friendly features with advanced capabilities, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced users seeking a powerful and flexible storage solution.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I am currently looking at a DIY build of a home NAS server and TrueNAS Scale is the top candidate for the OS. I like the fact that it has both consumer and enterprise business features. I'm an IT consultant and don't need or want all the bells and whistles of an enterprise grade solution but some of the features will be useful. As an example I looked at Bacula as a backup product and it does offer Google storage integration but not for their cloud storage which is only available in the enterprise edition.
I also like the fact that it's available and works on third party hardware, including some of the NAS devices from Qnap and Synology. One frustrating thing is that the TrueNAS Mini hardware doesn't seem to be available or offered in the UK. I did reach out to the TrueNAS dealer in the UK but never heard anything back.
At least on paper it looks like a good choice and look forward to testing it out on some real hardware or a VM setup.
George M-A
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I use TrueNAS Scale at my own since a stable release of 2 year ago, it fits perfectly my needs, it is very reliable and ongoing through the various releases demostrates a great effort to make always a better product each time.
I use the containerization and it is excellent for my purposes as the NAS feature also are.
I use it as homelab and I run several containers in my installation using it as my PostgreSQL personal database persisting data volumes outside the containr itself thus permitting easy update of the container image when a new software update is available.
Actually my needs are completely fulfilled an it's easy for me say that it's a great product that works really.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is very intuitive and even with their freeware version, provides a lot of features. I am particularly impressed how lite the software is. navigating through menus takes no time at all and the performance of the storage is much faster than other venders such as QNAP and Synology.
For the enterprise appliances, with the dual node option, I am impressed the maximum capacity you can install in the appliance compared to other Venders such as HPE and Dell, and particularly how much cheaper it is.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is the storage solution you've been waiting for! This open source beast packs a serious punch with its software-defined storage capabilities built on the rock-solid FreeBSD and ZFS foundations.
The setup process is a total breeze, with a user-friendly web UI that gets you up and running in no time. Once you're in, prepare to be blown away by the slick interface and insane flexibility. Whether you need lightning-fast all-flash storage for your databases or a massive object store for backups, TrueNAS Scale has you covered.
But what really makes this storage platform shine is its dedication to the open source community. New features, security patches, and performance boosts are constantly being added by an active dev team and user base. Need help? The documentation and forums have your back.
If you're looking for a powerful yet accessible storage solution that keeps getting better, TrueNAS is an absolute must-try. It's open source storage done right - flexible, scalable, and downright impressive. Give it a spin and see why everyone's raving about it!
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I recently implemented TrueNAS SCALE in my home lab, running on an HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8 with 16 GB of memory. My experience with TrueNAS SCALE has been impressive so far, elevating my home storage and server needs to a higher level.
The installation of TrueNAS SCALE was surprisingly straightforward, even for someone with limited experience in server management. The web-based installation process guided me step by step through the setup, allowing me to seamlessly integrate my HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8. The intuitive user interface made configuring storage pools, datasets, and users highly accessible.
What truly sets TrueNAS SCALE apart is its scalability and flexibility. With Docker and Kubernetes support, I can effortlessly deploy containers for various applications without the need for complex configurations. This capability allowed me to diversify and adapt my home lab environment to meet my evolving needs.
The ZFS file system technology of TrueNAS SCALE provides reliability and data security. The ability to create snapshots and apply data compression has increased my peace of mind regarding data integrity and availability.
In terms of performance, TrueNAS SCALE exceeded my expectations. With 16 GB of memory on my HP ProLiant MicroServer Gen8, I could smoothly multitask and efficiently transfer large files.
In summary, TrueNAS SCALE significantly enhanced my home-lab experience. It combines user-friendly features with advanced capabilities, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and experienced users seeking a powerful and flexible storage solution.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Easily managed for almost everything I have tried to do. I run a home document and movie server. Installed a GPU and share with family and friends. Everything I have installed, both hardware and software seems to just work with very little initial configuration. Now that it has ben configured it has been very easy to download for reuse elsewhere, or to move between different version numbers.
I'm using an engineering sample Xeon platinum chip and a supermicro motherboard. I know its not 'proper' but I moved from Unraid so I am using 3 zvols with different numbers and sizes of drives.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Simply amazing what power "Scale" provides, even on an old Dell T310 server modified with three 12TB drives, works fantastic. The only part that has given me any problems is attaching to our SMB Windows domain, that process is very trying and hope they can make it seamless like other products out there. After 20 minutes I still don't have a connection to our Windows network, need to delve into the problems one of these days.
The "Write Once Read Many" tech is fantastic for backups and ransomware protection, thank you.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I can't think of batter NAS OS for the homelab. If you have a pile of junk disks or building a 3 grand NAS. TrueNAS fits the bill. I started off with a old PC nas and now have a dedicated NAS appliance. The community support and Youtube support is top notch. I recently switched to Scale on my last build and have not issues with the change. Since this is a vary budget home lab in an old home power has been and issue and TrueNAS has kept my data save even after multiple power outages.
CPU: Intel(R) Core(TM) i5-4460 CPU @ 3.20GHz
RAM 16 GBs
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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The TrueNAS Scale development team has done a magnificent job to be able to bring to the Linux environment the efficiency they have achieved in TrueNAS as an operating system for shared storage. To that they add other interesting features, such as virtualization and containerization.
I have been using TrueNAS Scale since the official launch, in a productive environment, so far it has been a totally pleasant experience.
I recommend this distro for use in professional environments as a shared storage solution on a business data network.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Pros:
* Open-source: One of the biggest advantages of TrueNAS is that it is open-source, which means that it has a large and active community of developers and users who contribute to its development and support. This also means that it is free to use, which can be a significant advantage for small businesses or individuals who want to set up a NAS without incurring additional licensing costs.
* Flexibility: TrueNAS is highly flexible and can be used for a wide variety of use cases, from simple file sharing to more complex applications like media streaming, backup and disaster recovery, and virtualization. It supports a wide range of file systems, including ZFS, UFS, and NTFS, and can be used with a variety of hardware platforms.
* Scalability: TrueNAS is highly scalable and can be used to manage large amounts of data. It supports multiple storage configurations, including JBOD, RAID, and SAN, and can be used to create a storage pool that can be expanded as needed. It also supports high availability configurations, which can help ensure that critical data is always available.
* User-friendly: Despite its flexibility and scalability, TrueNAS is also relatively user-friendly, with a web-based interface that is easy to navigate. It also includes a number of wizards and guides to help users set up and configure their NAS.
Cons:
* Complexity: While TrueNAS is relatively user-friendly, it can still be complex to set up and configure, especially for users who are new to NAS or storage systems in general. It also requires a certain level of technical expertise to troubleshoot and maintain.
* Hardware requirements: TrueNAS has relatively high hardware requirements, especially when it comes to memory and storage controllers. This can make it more expensive to set up and maintain than other NAS solutions.
* Community support: While TrueNAS has a large and active community of developers and users, community support can sometimes be less responsive or reliable than paid support options.
Overall, my impression of TrueNAS is generally positive. It is a powerful and flexible NAS solution that can be used for a wide variety of use cases. While it can be complex to set up and maintain, it is also highly scalable and customizable, which can make it a good choice for businesses or individuals who need a robust and reliable storage solution. However, it is important to carefully consider the hardware and support requirements before deciding to use TrueNAS.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I use it for my home server, I am no computer expert or anything, but TureNAS is very easy to use and there is plenty of information available to use and run the operating system, it is very easy to setup, I had purchased a used server and wanted to just have some extra storage available and just kind of experiment with it, but the more and more I used it I started getting hooked on using it, now I store many of my files on it and use it to backup my other computer files, try it and you will not be disappointed.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I have used TrueNAS Core in my homelab since FreeNAS 9.x. It remains a very stable and performant OS, and perfectly meets my storage needs. I have upgrade or replaced numerous drives over the years and never had a problem. I feel confident in ZFS and its ability to handle bit rot. My OS drive recently died, but reinstalling was quick and simple, and I was able to simply import my existing pools without losing any data.
TrueNAS Core Server
Intel Xeon, 8c/16t
128 GB RAM
3 x raidz2 vdevs across 18 HDDs
4 x mirror vdevs across 8 SSDs
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNas has been a reliable storage system for us. It provides SAN and NAS protocols with an easy to use gui for cheaper than the competition. The web interface provides a convienient interface to configure the system, including adding LDAP, NFS, CIFS, ISCSI, etc.
We have been using ISCSI, NFS, CIFS, and added Minio for S3 like storage. We have had little issues with the system, and have been able to customize it as needed. This is all easier than it would be to configure this all manually on other linux or unix based distributions.
One downside is you can't seem to use LDAP account at the administration login.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNas has always been a reliable distro for your NAS storage needs. With the adoption of ZFS and now moving over to Linux for TrueNAS Scale I am always happy to see new improvements as I know it will just make managing and viewing information easier on a stable storage platform. Their auto tuning features make nay hardware from a 10 year old computer with spinning rust to a new Epic 64-Core NVMe PCIe storage solution perform the best it can. The backup solutions both to and from this storage also make it a good partner or middleman for long term storage needs.
Even their hardware they sell has of good quality and their support are extremely knowledgeable when paid for. Their employee contributions to the community forums are also very helpful for those who can't afford or need the service support.
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is a great option for organizations big and small. with SCALE being based on debian, hardware support is extensive. It is performant, stable, and has a great web ui. as it uses ZFS, data integrity is top priority, with passive bitrot repair and support for up to raidz3 from the webui. Possibly the best thing about truenas, or really zfs, is its flexibility. "ZFS loves cheap drives".
TrueNAS CORE server:
Host: Dell PowerEdge R620
RAM: 64GB of ECC DDR3
HBA: LSI SAS9207-8e 6GB
DAE: Dell Compellent SC200
Drives: 12 6TB SAS Hard Drives
ZFS: 12 drives arranged in a RAIDZ2 for 60TB usable space
CPU: 2x Xeon E5-2650 v2's
SLOG: 256GB SAS SSD
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I've been using TrueNAS for the better part of 10 years. Current use case is network storage for database and application server systems supporting my small business. We also use it as a backup target for DR.
Overall, it is excellent open source software. It feels like it punches above its weight class, in that it competes in features and performance with some of the traditional enterprise storage systems I've worked with in the past (NetApp, Sun/Oracle ZFS storage appliance).
Pros:
Ease of use -- Installing, configuring, and updating the OS is very simple and straight forward.
Performance -- Out of the box, performance is adequate with reasonable defaults for tunables.
Administration -- The web interface is elegant, and most administrative features are available in the interface.
Cons:
Telemetry and Analytics -- Compared to some enterprise offerings, this could be improved.
Currently deployed on a Dell R510 with 2x6 core CPUs and 128GB of RAM.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I am very impressed with TrueNAS. I have used it for home for many years. I have had zero problems. TrueNAS has allowed me to learn so much about NAS use filesharing (SMB & (NHS) and even apps for my home network.
TrueNAS Scale is a powerful operating system
PROS: Easy to install and configure with few problems. Works out of the box. I have used every verson starting with freenNAS. I am able to share files with my homelab with ease. I am always learning something new after all of these years. Scalability. High Availabilty.
CONS: Small problem with Ethernet drives. With short search on google or AI I am able to resolve any issues I have experienced. Configuration difficulties.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Will be building a NAS with TrueNas Scale in the near future. This is the only viable OS i've found. There are some Quality of life improvements I'd like to see in it but overall its stable and performant. It also supports docker containers, which Core does not. As ZFS + ECC memory are a must for data integrity, i wish ECC was more mainstream today (thanks to intel for that). It is starting to come around now but it should have been already. The NAS will be a cornerstone to the HomeLab setup i'm building.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS (Core) is a very stable storage system.
I use it for a home NAS, and ZFS is providing good durability guarantee for my important data (personal documents, pictures, archives) that I really want to keep for a long time.
I'm using it for almost 10 years now, and very happy :)
My current config:
- Case: Fractal Design Node 804
- Motherboard: Supermicro X11SCH-F (microATX)
- CPU: Core i3 8100T ("small" cpu, but supports ECC)
- RAM: 4x16 GB DDR4 ECC
- HDDs: 5x4TB WD Red "plus" 3.5" (RaidZ2)
- Network: 1Gbits (copper)
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNas is great. I've tried other ways to set up a basic homelab and TrueNas was by far the easiest. Can definitely recommend. You definitely need some technical expertise, but given how simple the process was compared to Proxmox,
it's not too bad. It doesn't have all the features of Proxmox, but they are intended for different uses. For simple things like a media server and - well - a NAS, TrueNas works exceptionally well. I was able to use it effectively on old, slow hardware. Given the number of online tutorials that are available, setting it up is very achievable.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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I have one TrueNAS CORE at home and one at work
the one at home has 2 VDEVs: one as storage to my multimedia, 2 Ubuntu Server VMs, and a Transmission jail; the 2nd VDEV is a iSCSI target for my game library
the work one is rather weak hardware, runs on CORE, with a single VDEV that serves at both network storage for 2 subnets and a ubuntu server VM that serves a PXE boot environment for our internal use
on the other hand, I have quite small experience with SCALE
I wish they would continue support for CORE, but as things stands it looks like CORE will be deprecated and SCALE will be the main focus of iX's development
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is an exceptional storage solution that offers robust features for both personal and enterprise users. With its powerful ZFS file system, TrueNAS provides unparalleled data protection, scalability, and performance.
One of the standout features of TrueNAS is its flexibility. Whether you're looking to build a small-scale storage system for your home or a large-scale enterprise-grade solution, TrueNAS can accommodate your needs. Its modular design allows for easy expansion and customization, making it suitable for a wide range of use cases.
The management interface of TrueNAS is intuitive and user-friendly. Administrators can easily configure and monitor storage resources, set up data replication and backups, and manage user access controls. The built-in reporting and monitoring tools provide valuable insights into system performance and resource utilization.
Data integrity is a top priority with TrueNAS, thanks to its advanced data protection features such as snapshotting, replication, and checksumming. These features ensure that your data remains safe and secure, even in the event of hardware failures or data corruption.
TrueNAS also excels in terms of performance. With support for SSD caching, tiered storage, and high-speed networking, TrueNAS can deliver blazing-fast read and write speeds, making it ideal for demanding workloads such as virtualization and database hosting.
Overall, TrueNAS is a highly reliable and feature-rich storage solution that offers exceptional value for both personal and business users. Whether you're a seasoned IT professional or a novice user, TrueNAS provides the tools and capabilities you need to effectively manage and protect your data.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Since the early FreeNAS days I've trusted iXSystems and TrueNAS for storage. They have a rock solid product with enterprise features right out of the box. Scale has upped the game with support for container and k8s workloads, as well as additional centralization with TrueCommand. I'm happy to recommend TrueNAS from home use all the way into the datacenter.
Currently I deploy TrueNAS to support many workloads using the following specs:
AMD EPYC 7313P Processor 16-core 3.00GHz 128MB Cache (155W)
8 x 16GB PC4-25600 3200MHz DDR4 ECC RDIMM
2 x 480GB Micron 5400 PRO Series 2.5" SATA 6.0Gb/s Solid State Drive
2 x 800GB Micron 7450 MAX Series M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe Solid State Drive (80mm)
12 x 18TB SAS 3.0 12.0GB/s 7200RPM - 3.5" - Seagate Exos X18 Series FastFormat
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Epic dashboard, great management, handles all the little things for you and supports docker. What more could you want? Really like the charts, and automated scrubbing. Automated trimming, handles all that for you. Also helps you setup more advanced ZFS pools and keeps you doing things right with things like metadata not allowing it on a single drive and stuff.
My only gripe is it feels a bit laggy sometimes on my high powered server, would love to see more animations that make it just feel a bit snappier.
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Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is brilliant. It is easy to use, easy to setup, and it supports a wide range of older technology so I was able to re-deploy a combination of older equipment to make up the server. Over time I have added more memory, dual 10Gb Ethernet Nics, more disks and it was easy to add them, with minimal downtime.
My Server is running TrueNAS core, but I plan to upgrade to Scale with the next production release. There is a good migration tool available to do that.
Current Equipment is.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700, ASUS X370 Mobo, 4 x 6Gb Seagate NAS hard Drives (Data), 2 x Samsung SSD for OS, Intel X550-T2 dual 10GB NIC.
ZFS is a fast, reliable and very flexible storage solution. It's easy to upgrade the storage by adding some more disks, creating a new VDEV and then adding to the existing Pool. That level of flexibility from TrueNAS is much better than Windows.
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Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-03
Votes: 0
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Coming from a linux server homelab NAS, to using TrueNAS - I was impressed on the ease to setup and run an advanced ZFS solution.
The option to run homelab servers as VMs in SCALE, while protecting the NAS makes this an ideal solution for homelabbers. For those who find running a consumer NAS less exciting, but need data security, this is a fantastic option. It is comforting to know that the solution has a commercial product that trickles to their community edition immediately.
To friends looking for commercial solutions, IX systems offers many NAS solutions that appear to be fantastic value based on similar setups.
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Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 1
Date: 2023-02-23
Votes: 0
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Had a working install of TrueNAS SCALE (Angelfish). I upgraded to Bluefin and could no longer login via the web UI. After multiple attempts at resetting the password I did a full install over my existing. I set the password via the console and could not login to the web UI. I then reset the configuration and set the password via the web UI. After it working just fine after a period of time, I went back to login to the web UI and could no longer log in. I have had nothing but problems with TrueNAS, I suggest looking for an alternative like openmediavault.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2022-10-06
Votes: 8
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I have not seen a more comprehensive and seamless offering for building robust, scalable NAS platforms. The twin availability of commercial, engineered turnkey offerings with enterprise support and open-source licensing for systems integrators & DIY with an active user community makes it a home run in my 30 years of industry experience.
Add that to its base FreeBSD heritage and the recent addition of Debian Linux mark an agile, forward-looking strategy. Finally, support for distributed file systems and storage clusters round out the scalability story which dovetail neatly with the evolution of higher-speed network fabric and higher spindle density.
Highest recommendation.
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-29
Votes: 49
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Been using TrueNAS from the FreeNAS era,
Currently running it as a VM on Proxmox 7.2:
Hosts Specs:
AMD 4650G in ECO mode 45W
64GB RAM (four 16GB dimms)
Dual 1TB M2 NMVE SSD in ZFS mirror
MB Asrock B550M Steel Legend
Aquantia 10GB NIC on PCIe 4x Slot
IBM 1015M in IT mode on PCIe 16x Slot (IOMMU pass-through compatible)
VM specs :
TrueNAS Core 13.0-U1
2 cores,
16GB RAM,
24G root
IBM1015M in IT mode pass-through
3 1TB SSD in RaidZ
2 10TB WD Red in Mirror
VirtiO NIC
Working great for SMB shares. Getting over 900MB/s read and 600MB/s write to the SSDs and ~220MB/s read/write to the HDD (no jumbo frames enable). For cached content on RAM it gets to 1GB/s.
Rock solid, and recommended.
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-28
Votes: 3
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I've been using FreeNAS / TrueNAS for over 8 years, in both production and lab test environments within multiple organisations and I'm yet to have a single data loss event occur. OpenZFS and TrueNAS have proven to be exceptionally reliable and I cannot recommend it enough.
The UI improves with every release and configuring the essential services is a breeze and the new SCALE offering will allow us to further consolidate services with the support for kubernetes.
An area for improvement is in the identity management space. ActiveDirectory support is still quite clunky and with more modern options being adopted by the industry there is a great opportunity to add support early on.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2022-09-27
Votes: 4
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I've been using TrueNAS for about 6 years now, mostly in lab environments. It's been running solid for those 5 years, through upgrades from FreeNAS 11 to the current TrueNAS release. I use it only with storage and sharing in mind, no VM's and 25 jails running 24/7 and on my older Dell R520 & Dell R420 systems, it's run flawlessly.
My Pros
pros:
* ZFS
* The UI is polished. Very quick and responsive.
* NFS and iSCSI share configuration is dead simple
* ZFS
* Very, very stable
* Easy to upgrade
* Built-in encryption capabilities
* ZFS
Cons:
None yet
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-26
Votes: 2
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Work flawlessly, been a long time user of manual zfs / btrfVery strong for what it is. ZFS is amazing, just wish it supported on the fly expansion without adding entire vdevs or outright replacing disks one at a time.
AD integration is extremely weak. Backing out the integration is extremely broken.
Let me start with the cons:
* FreeNAS used to ship with Netdata installed. It was pulled out before the re-brand to TrueNAS. The built-in performance reporting isn't as comprehensive as Netdata was.
* ZFS doesn't support expanding a pool by adding disks to a vdev (raid group). You have to add a whole new vdev or replace disks one at a time with larger disks.
* AD integration is extremely weak. Not worth attempting, and when you do and try to back it out it doesn't work well and requires reboots to clear error messages.
However, the pros:
* ZFS
* The UI is polished. Very quick and responsive.
* NFS and iSCSI share configuration is dead simple
* ZFS
* Very, very stable
* Easy to upgrade
* Built-in encryption capabilities
* ZFS
s pool and the ui works wonder
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-23
Votes: 3
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Used several storage solutions over the years and I have to say that TrueNAS has been the most reliable when it comes down to data storage.
Using the ZFS file system for my data seemed like it would be difficult to deal with, however the way in which TrueNAS has laid out the interface it was extremely easy to setup the storage pool and datasets.
Setting up the storage shares was straight forward and once I understood the permissions I had a fully working system in no time and could easily setup another TrueNAS system again (Which I have as a backup system).
The flexibility that the new TrueNAS Scale brings to the table means I no longer need to run two servers (One for storage and the other for my VM's). Instead I have been able to have everything on one server, freeing up the second one to be used as a backup server instead.
I have been able to setup the storage to be used for a Windows Laptop, an Apple iPad, a linux Laptop and several mobile phones. Using the SyncThing native app to backup my important files to both of the TrueNAS servers as well as between select devices.
My systems are used for personal data storage, backup of work documents and files, as well as a media storage / streaming device.
The added ability to setup email notifications for errors, warnings alerts etc, along with the storage redundancy and pool scrubs gives you peace of mind your data is secure. It's almost a set and forget installation.
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-15
Votes: 1
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I have been using TrueNas from version 9.
Then it has the name FreeNas.
The time that i use usb sticks for the boot.
It don't need must for boot. It can run on low power computers.
Its easy to use and very stable.
You also don't need server hardware.
I use a laptop with 2 harddisks. The laptop has an ssd for boot and 2 harddisk 2,5" 5TB disk in mirror for stores.
The nice think is that laptops have there own UPS!
I use FreeNas now TrueNas on laptops with no problems.
I have 2 servers. 1 main and 1 for backup.
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-14
Votes: 0
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Since the acquisition of new servers with high storage capacity, the need arose for a robust and secure system capable of working with a resilient file system, complete with features such as deduplication. The large amount of users and disk space made the natural choice for a volume management system like TrueNAS. Looking for advanced services provided by the system, we can see that it brings all the built-in features and in the form of plugins it turns into a complete solution for any need in the field of technology infrastructure.
TrueNAS is ideal on any network that needs storage management, whether sharing files, performing backups or storing user data.
Excellent hardware compatibility due to its solid FreeBSD foundation.
Security benefits and data availability
High-quality RAID storage
Allows progressive investment, especially in the acquisition of services
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-12
Votes: 0
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I use it on a HP DL385p system with 25 disks. It works as an iSCSI disk in a backup system perfectly. The only downside is that it has lost its disk controller (2 times in 2 years) which you owe to FreeBSD and not so good support on HP machines. This anomaly in the system is not that important for me. I keep upgrading the system (currently TrueNAS-13.0-U2) and hope for better support from FreeBSD to stop the above problem.I use it on a HP DL385p system with 25 disks. It works as an iSCSI disk in a backup system perfectly. The only downside is that it has lost its disk controller (2 times in 2 years) which you owe to FreeBSD and not so good support on HP machines. This anomaly in the system is not that important for me. I keep upgrading the system (currently TrueNAS-13.0-U2) and hope for better support from FreeBSD to stop the above problem.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-09
Votes: 0
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I have nothing bad to say about TrueNAS
I have had a TrueNAS server running for years on a 15 year old Dell Precision that work was trashing, Xeon 3.6GHz 16GiB booting from a SSD and using 3 12TB drives. I started with FreeNAS that upgraded to TrueNAS Core and now rebuilt it with TrueNAS Scale to get access to Dockers. There is no better way to run a Emby Server (media server) then on a TrueNAS system, I was at my wits end with windows updates restarting my old server halfway through a movie.
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-09
Votes: 0
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I also have nothing bad to say about TrueNAS CORE. As a community-driven, FOSS, ZFS supporting storage and backup solution (though RAID is not a backup), iXsystems has done a great job in educating me in the ways of NAS/SAN solutions and boy do I appreciate them for it! TrueNAS is great tool for redundancy for when I accidentally mess something up in the development environment, I have a system I can rely on to restore my mismanaged files. It has actually helped me while getting hacked as I took it offline to prevent any further damage to my data. My scope is fairly limited, as I am expanding my network for future scalability. I am directly addressing the business problem of needing a backup solution (though NAS/SAN are not necessarily backup solutions) while expanding my storage capabilities. The proprietary setup used by Unraid was also another barrier to my entry, as I prefered to support, the newly established TrueNAS philosophy of FOSS.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-09
Votes: 0
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I've been using TrueNAS Scale and I've experienced no issues across multiple deployments. It's a fantastic distro for anything from a home NAS to a high-end production server. Highly configurable and easy to use, I use it exclusively for all my servers at both home and work. VMs are a breeze and installing apps like Plex and Home Assistant has never been simpler.
My home configuration has an i3-10100, 16GB RAM, and 2x8TB Seagate Enterprise HDDs which is more than plenty for my needs. At my workplace I set up an older Dell PowerEdge with a Xeon, 48GB RAM, and 4x4TB WD HDDs. We spent a total of $40 on the server, everything else was salvaged parts and due to the nature of ZFS we can have two drives fail entirely and experience zero data loss. This high tolerance for failure is what gave me the confidence to use older hardware to backup our data, I expect this solution to last for several years since it's mostly just a file server and a host for one VM.
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Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 8
Date: 2022-09-09
Votes: 0
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It's stable to run, development is somewhat slow, but the reliability is appreciated. Using FreeBSD based jails is sometimes a hassle and you are better building your own since the community ones are sometimes poorly maintained. Really looking forward to moving to Truenas SCALE when they will be linux based. That said the system is still easy for an average user and decently foolproof, it has saved me from doing stupid things. Would recommend especially if you are looking for a simple NAS and don't want to go the prebuild route
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-08
Votes: 0
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I started out using FreeNAS many years ago. Eventually moved to TrueNAS Core which ran very well. A few years ago I moved to TrueNAS Scale and it has been great. 24 core / 512 gigs with a little less than 850TB of data and it has run very smoothly. Updates have gone very well. The app section has really made this so much easier. Running a machine for VMs for adguard/ubound and game servers has been a set it and forget it. No issues what so ever. I recommend TrueNAS to everyone I know. You can not go wrong trying it out.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2022-09-08
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS SCALE is perfect for the combination of rock-solid NAS functionality and virtualisation via VMs and/or containers. The NAS part itself is really stable and I did not have to restart once, save for updates. One thing that could really be improved is the support of docker-compose, though. Currently it is only possible via a third-party addon from Truecharts and that is rather convoluted. Once you get it to work, it is just like using e.g. portainer on a separate OS.
Looking forward to future versions!
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-08
Votes: 0
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My initial purpose of using TrueNAS was for Chia crypto-currency farming. I used it to store my plots. After realizing how powerful TrueNAS can be, I started using it for hosting my own personal cloud as well as running various applications.
I use Nextcloud for my personal cloud solution. I have also started hosting my own Minecraft servers for my son and his friends to have a more secure, friendly environment without having to deal with creeps and weirdos. I also use it to run network speedtest servers to occasionally check my network performance. Lastly I use TrueNAS for running a few VMs for testing, tech certification practice and other general usage.
I started out using Unraid, which is a good product but TrueNAS provides better device management when it comes to storage drives.
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Version: 13.0-U2
Rating: 8
Date: 2022-09-08
Votes: 0
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I've been a user of TrueNAS / FreeNAS for a number of years, having used both some of their enterprise hardware at work, as well as using it on my own cobbled-together hardware at home. It's best to view it as an appliance you largely "set and forget". Once it's set up right, it generally runs very reliably. The main pain points I've had over the years have been with upgrades to newer release trains. Sometimes just subtle breakages, but other times the issues have been larger. Fortunately, for the bigger problems, they have a pretty robust rollback solution (booting to a previous ZFS boot environment).
The core NAS features are very robust, but they have struggled with some of their "hyperconverged" strategy, and various iterations they've had of that over the years have required involved migrations or complete rebuilds when making certain major upgrades.
That said, the underlying OpenZFS is rock solid, and I haven't suffered any data loss from it.
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Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-09-02
Votes: 0
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We having been using TrueNAS core for nearly 3 years and have been happy with their solutions.
We use TrueNAS for VM disk and data storage as well as remote and local backups and comany file storage. It has been a pleasure working with TrueNAS systems.
It has been reliable and solved many issues we were experiencing with alternatives.
It has also allowed us to save money as we no longer need to keep upgrading storage on other machines as everything is nicely centralised and secured.
We are busy implementing an additional TrueNAS server to add to the capacity and reliability of the product.
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Version: 13.0-U1
Rating: 9
Date: 2022-09-01
Votes: 0
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Using it since it was FreeNAS. Unfortunately or fortunately there is no better FOSS NAS/SAN software on the market. Using it for years at home and enterprise environments, and it proved a reliable and secure piece of software. I wouldn't trust my clients data, my VMs, the jails that manage my network and my home, the backups and my family "digital treasures" to it otherwise.
Of course there are problems but the long term commitment of the team gives users a sense of stability and a proper insurance that those will be dealt with. And of course there is the stability itself provided by the upstream, all the development done and by ZFS itself.
I can only hope nothing will happen to this direction in the future, the community lost so many other good projects over the years.
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Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 4
Date: 2022-08-21
Votes: 0
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i wasnt able to use the software on my laptop as a server, installed ok, but at the time i need to login on the web ui, the web ui creshed, i didnt know why
i assumed it was a network problem but maybe just a compatibility issue with a laptop not that old
i know a laptop wasnt the best option for a nas server but the problem is that is i dont have any other computer for that purpose, i just wanted to use that as an alternative and give that laptop another use, the laptop is an hp with an A10 processor
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Version: 13.0-U1
Rating: 9
Date: 2022-08-20
Votes: 1
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Coming from a Windows Server (and a little Ubuntu Linux) background, I was amazed by the way TrueNAS handles things. It just leaves no room for error. The hardware compatibility, because of FreeBSD, is excellent, way better than other solutions of the same type and even some well-known Type-I hypervisors.
The stability of FreeBSD together with the amazing capabilities of ZFS and the easy setup of whatever one needs either through ready to use plugins (most of which are hassle-free) or the FreeBSD jail system is a "killer" combo. The separation of entities the jail system makes possible, together with the easiness of the GUI and the ZFS datasets, makes most deployments take a few hours long setting them up. Compared against the agonizing, tax-report-like approach of Windows and the endless patenting (MacGyver style) of most linux distros, easily leaves them in the dust.
We are always talking about the stated purpose of the OS, which is NAS.
Although, some of the functions a TrueNAS installation can perform, go above and beyond the role of a NAS appliance.
Would recommend without hesitation. I will take a point off, though, just for motivational purposes, because the GUI has a lot of room to expand, and the CLI must be officially released sometime soon.
Other than things that are already awesome and have the potential to become epic, I find no fault with the software.
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Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 8
Date: 2022-08-13
Votes: 0
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Been using Free/TrueNAS for years. Can't do better for small NAS. TrueNAS future makes a great product even better for scaling.
Always bear in mind your CPU and memory requirements - don't expect abundant disk storage to make up for cutting corners on processor and memory. If you plan to add lots of plug-ins and VMs, plan accordingly!!
Good docs but install isn't intuitive - you need to do your reading. Don't just download, throw a system together and scratch your head wondering why you don't have a working NAS after you've installed the OS onto your RAID!!
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Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 10
Date: 2022-08-13
Votes: 0
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Works great. It makes an easy and convenient backup appliance that works day-in and day-out. Over the years that I've had it, I've run several updates and upgrades which have gone without a hitch. My TrueNAS appliance is a valuable part of my backup regimen. Ideally, an appliance like this just handles things quietly in the background and handles things without you having to get involved to keep that happening, and this does that well. The built-in GUI is quite user-friendly and presents the many options in a logical and easy to use format.
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Version: 13.0-U1
Rating: 9
Date: 2022-08-11
Votes: 1
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Very strong for what it is. ZFS is amazing, just wish it supported on the fly expansion without adding entire vdevs or outright replacing disks one at a time.
AD integration is extremely weak. Backing out the integration is extremely broken.
Let me start with the cons:
* FreeNAS used to ship with Netdata installed. It was pulled out before the re-brand to TrueNAS. The built-in performance reporting isn't as comprehensive as Netdata was.
* ZFS doesn't support expanding a pool by adding disks to a vdev (raid group). You have to add a whole new vdev or replace disks one at a time with larger disks.
* AD integration is extremely weak. Not worth attempting, and when you do and try to back it out it doesn't work well and requires reboots to clear error messages.
However, the pros:
* ZFS
* The UI is polished. Very quick and responsive.
* NFS and iSCSI share configuration is dead simple
* ZFS
* Very, very stable
* Easy to upgrade
* Built-in encryption capabilities
* ZFS
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Latest Reviews
Project: TrueNAS
Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-12
Votes: 1
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Works great.. love that they support zfs
After using TrueNAS Scale for the past couple years I've found it to be very reliable. It works great for any of my Network Backup or Storage Access needs between my mobile and desktop devices. After looking into some learning resources it's pretty great for beginners to dig into something more advanced. The Apps do require frequent maintenance and sometimes need to be redeployed after updates change things (Depends on the container) but otherwise everything else is set and go. I couldn't think of a better NAS software to run than TrueNAS.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-12
Votes: 1
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Works great.. love that they support zfs
After using TrueNAS Scale for the past couple years I've found it to be very reliable. It works great for any of my Network Backup or Storage Access needs between my mobile and desktop devices. After looking into some learning resources it's pretty great for beginners to dig into something more advanced. The Apps do require frequent maintenance and sometimes need to be redeployed after updates change things (Depends on the container) but otherwise everything else is set and go. I couldn't think of a better NAS software to run than TrueNAS.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-10
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is an exceptional network-attached storage solution that has consistently received high praise from its users. With a robust and intuitive interface, TrueNAS offers unparalleled versatility for a variety of use cases. Whether it’s spinning up virtual machines, conducting tests, or setting up a media server, TrueNAS handles it all with ease. Its use of the ZFS file system ensures data integrity and protection, making it a reliable choice for storing documents, downloads, and media backups. Users have also highlighted the system’s stability and performance improvements over previous solutions. TrueNAS stands out as a powerful, scalable solution that can meet both small and large data needs, all while being cost-effective and easy to manage. It’s no wonder that TrueNAS has been recognized with numerous awards and continues to be a top-rated product by its satisfied customers. For anyone who cares about their data and seeks a hassle-free storage experience, TrueNAS is the go-to option.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-10
Votes: 0
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I used FreeNAS and TrueNAS Core from summer 2015 until my hardware died end of 2023.
Then I switched, after some tests with other NAS systems, to TrueNAS Scale due to its Debian base, and because I didn't like the other systems.
The setup was easy and the NAS is running out of the box. It's just set it up and forget it.
There are some minor issues in the user interface, but I'm sure that they will be fixed soon.
I use the NAS at home for personal data.
Maybe in the future I will try virtualization.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-10
Votes: 0
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After using TrueNAS Scale for the past couple years I've found it to be very reliable. It works great for any of my Network Backup or Storage Access needs between my mobile and desktop devices. After looking into some learning resources it's pretty great for beginners to dig into something more advanced. The Apps do require frequent maintenance and sometimes need to be redeployed after updates change things (Depends on the container) but otherwise everything else is set and go. I couldn't think of a better NAS software to run than TrueNAS.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I am using TrueNAS since (FreeNAS) version 8 on a quite seasoned LaCie 5Big Office.
Boot-drive is on an CF-Card on the internal PATA-Port.
Data-drives are 5 x 2 TB 3.5" SATA-disks.
An additional SATA-SSD on the e-SATA Port is used vor Caching.
The NAS is used for daily Backups on 3 Win10 Notebooks and a Raspberry PI 4 B with varios Applications (mainly Nextcloud and various containerized Test-Environments)
The Software runs absolutely stable.
I only wish, I could upgrade the System to more than 8 GB of RAM.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 5
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Tried TrueNAS core first, but it did not support my network card.
Tried TrueNAS scale after that. Things worked ok at first, but after a software update, networking stopped working. That should not be unexpected because it is still considered Beta software.
For me the biggest feature of TrueNAS is ZFS. I have a much better experience now using Ubuntu server with ZFS and adding Cockpit management. The biggest factor is control over the system. It took more work to set up than TrueNAS, but I'm much more satisfied. If you want a NAS solution with less manual setup, then TrueNAS could be right for you, but it was not right for me.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I am just evaluating this version of TrueNas Scale and I am really like how it is easy to configure and how the dashboard is set up and you can add or remove items that are or not needed. The speed seems fine but I am only running on an old I7 processor so I will see when I put it on a newer I7 or I9. I have tried the VM's in an older version of TrueNas and hope they have done more fine tuning on the current release.
I have been using Proxmox lately, is there a way to export a proxmox vm to Truenas?
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I have been using FreeNas/TrueNas for about 6 years now. I have had almost no problems with the ease of use, stability or rock solid performance. At first I did some basic storage and SMB shares. Later, I have found the true complexity and power of TrueNas by exploring snapshots, replication to my other TrueNas server and RSYNC. I also set up saving my Google Drive cloud service to my TrueNas Server.
I also installed and use the Plex media server. I wonder all the time what the limits of this amazing TrueNas software are? I have a Dell R730 server with 132 Gigs of ram and mirrored SSD system drives with 6 data drives. Snapshots are replicated to a different TrueNas server for safety. This setup has been extremely stable and efficient for several years now through many TrueNas Updates, which have always been flawless.
The cons are that the Virtual Machine subset is clunky and not easy to use after install. There is also a lack of an file editor for non SMB data. I enable the FTP service and use WinSCP as a file editor for those infrequent times needed.
The few shortcomings of this amazing software are vastly overshadowed but the robust, rock-solid, stability and performance. Add to that, the easy, intuitive, Graphical User Interface that even an idiot can use and you have a real winner.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale is the best open-source storage on the market. It is very easy to use and it is rock solid.
According to its website, it has been downloaded more than 10M times.
This software only exists since 2020, but indeed it is the evolution of TrueNAS Core which is based on FreeBSD, instead of Linux Debian for TrueNAS Scale.
TrueNAS Core exists for more than a decade.
TrueNAS Scale is basically a tiny Linux Debian operating system with a nice web interface to manage OpenZFS.
OpenZFS is a very powerful and mature open-source file system that offers everything you wish: snapshot, compression, replication, encryption, data integrity, etc.
The web interface can manage the OpenZFS storage and the sharing protocol you wish NFS, Samba, iSCSI, S3, FTP, TFTP, etc.
So you can TrueNAS for traditional file sharing but also for block sharing for server appliations.
Thanks to its Debian base, TrueNAS is compatible with many hardware.
Applying the update is very easy: when you want to update to a newer version, you just click on a button to update.
The server will reboot few minutes later with the new version.
If something does not work as expected in the new version you can reboot to a previous installed version.
Another of this key advantage is the possibility to run virtual machines and docker application on top of TrueNAS, so you can consolidate applications and data on the same server like for an hyper converged infrastructure.
Even if TrueNAS is basically suitable for any workload but I would say that it particularly shines for Tier1 and Tier2 storage application when you have a limited budget.
If you compare with other storage solutions, the learning curve is quite easy because everything is setup through the web interface (there is also a command line interface if you really need it)
Nevertheless, a good understanding of ZFS is required before deciding which kind of zpool layout you will use.
To conclude, if you have never try TrueNAS, then just download the ISO and install it in a VirtualBox virtual machine to forge your own opinion. It is very easy and such a test will worth more than any review.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I've used TrueNAS Core/FreeNAS for over 10 years. It has been a solid solution for me in my homelab. If I were to mention any negatives, it would be Web GUI options to better manage ZFS (possibly improve the GUI where the options lie). I've had to go to the command line to get some tasks performed in the past to manage the pool. I have a couple jails defined, but managing the jails is cumbersome on FreeBSD. The available app software is not actively updated.
I anticipate to convert to Scale this next year as iX, though continuing to support Core, their development is over the Linux based Scale.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I have been using True Nas for about 5 years now, was not real educated on setting up a server and running it, but decided to try it, setting it up was very easy, it seems to work with all kinds of hardware, but from what I heard some hardware will not work with it, but I set it up on an old computer I had, ran into some problems but I went to their website and found out most of the problems I had were hardware related, I took care of the problem hardware and it worked very nice, setup is a breeze, you just need to follow close attention to how they set it up, went on You Tube and found many video's to help me set it up, today I use it to store all my data from my other home computers, works very well I would recommend it to pro's and beginners.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Running TrueNAS Scale both at home and work. Use it mainly for SMB, NFS, VM's, and docker/k3s containers... Like that I can create custom containers to suite my needs, then import and run them off the machine easily. Upgrades are easy, RAID is easy to set up. There is a learning curve to it as others have mentioned, but it is a robust system that keeps getting better! Hosting Nginx Proxy Manager, Plex, Grafana, databases, websites, python projects, and a whole lot more, and this thing keeps chugging! Using an old B550 MoBo with a Ryzen 5000G and 64GB RAM, 3x 2TB HDD RAIDz (storage), 3x 1TB NVME RAIDz (compute), on-board 2.5Gbps NIC (management), and PCI-e 5Gbps NIC (VMnet).
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I've been using TrueNAS Core for a number of years for my home server. Starting from not knowing anything about servers, After looking at reviews at the best choices I felt investing time to learn TrueNAS was the long term way to go.
Glad I did.
It is a little more difficult to learn initially compared to other options out there, but once it's up and running you can ignore it because it's stable.
I use it to store all my media on it and use Plex to access it from an nvidia shield.
The documentation and videos available are great. You can take it to whatever level you what.
Now having converted to TrueNAS Scale has opened up more options for running VM's, docker, etc., as Core was more limited in software available, having to set up Jails, etc. For people with limited experience working with servers, Scale made things a lot more direct.
It keeps getting better, and for a home server, you can't beat the price.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS CORE (fka FreeNAS) and TrueNAS SCALE have served me incredibly well for over a dozen years. They have been incredible stable, well-documented, and has met all of my data storage needs for this entire timespan.
As a beginner the TrueNAS web interface bridged the gap and enabled me to set up a storage solution to meet my needs on my own. As I've gathered expertise of my own, I've never found the TrueNAS interface to be a barrier to making use of or maintaining more advanced features, either. In my experience, this has been rare for other beginner-friendly web intrafaces.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 12.0-U81
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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For the price you get a full featured NAS with all the plugins available with most of the other players in the space costing 100 times more. Plus TrueNas has command which allows an MSP to manage multiple NAS devices for multiple customers with a single web interface, can sync to cloud, backup, cluster, and so much more.
This is why Open Source kicks the others butts as long as they do not close the open source versions and go all paid we are Golden. But even if they did the price vs features and funtions are so much better than Syn, or Q.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale
It's great for a homelab user. Plenty of enterprise grade powerful features while still being accessible to someone like myself who's only using it for personal use. App support through the build in kubernetes environment is great. I just wish that some things were more fleshed out to the user, you have to dig into the zfs terminal commands to fix some issues you may have with your zpools. Overall though I'm very happy with the distro and would highly recommend it to anyone who needs a NAS OS either on bare metal or virtualized.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS has certainly come a long way, and through its many changes has developed into a very reliable option for DIY storage. This is one of the top picks if you're looking to bake your own storage at home or need to get a NAS together for a budget-limited solution like public schools.
As for their pre-build systems, they are great quality and I find them comparable to Synology. While Synology's OS is incredibly easy to use, the extras you get with TrueNAS are worth the little bit of extra effort. It really does fit from home enthusiast up to enterprise scale applications.
You really can't go wrong with TrueNAS. If you have questions, engage their support and you won't be disappointed. The community is also a great asset to DIY-ers.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Awesome scalable solution for your data.
ZFS for supreme performance
Has been rock-solid for years now.
Maybe a bit daunting for new home users with all of its options , but once setup correctly , it's a hands-off experience.
Works on most machines
TrueNAS Core is excellent for home or small office use, where you only need to manage a few disks and pools. Samba and ZFS share is more than enough for such a home NAS. No idea if it would be suitable for a larger enterprise use, for my programming job it would not be appropriate for Docker Swarm and Kubernetes volumes. I have no experience with TrueNAS Scale so I can not comment on that.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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Perfekt NAS Solution.
Build your NAS with the Power of ZFS.
Runs rock solid and without any issues for month now in my Homelab.
I think Core will be end of life soon. But if you go with Scale ist perfect.
Best of all, core is still Freebsd but Scale runs on Linux. So you have endless options.
I also run a Nextcloud (virtualized) on it, inculding a Documentserver without any issues.
You can run it on allmost every Hardware. If you just wanna try it out its possible to do it virtualized with Proxmox for Example.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I have been using TrueNAS for some years while it was branded FreeNAS. Although I have enjoyed FreeBSD version TrueNAS Scale make me more than happy. Ability to use Linux type virtualization and containers is great feature. Now I don't need separate storage and virtualization platform.
Hardware at home HP MicroServer Gen8 with upgraded processor and RAM. Boot disk on ODD port + SD card chain loader.
Only thing which I am missing is DRBD like feature which I am using in data center where I work.
I am using it at home and for some other users small companies.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS-SCALE-23.10.2
An excellent NAS solution
Boasting long experience and a solid foundation, this new Linux-based version, unlike the Freebsd-based TrueNAS Core, stands out for users who want both robust storage and versatile applications.
Also in this version we have the ZFS file system, renowned for its data integrity, self-healing capabilities and integrated features such as snapshots and replication, an excellent solution for data security. The interface is similar to that of TrueNAS Core, navigating the interface is intuitive. From here you can manage pools, data sets and shares and install apps.
In this version we find a catalog of TrueNAS SCALE apps.
There are a rich selection of pre-configured apps, simplifying deployment for common use cases such as web servers and development environments.
This product is excellent for the home for those who want to take care of and have a guarantee on the security of the data they are archiving and gives the possibility of experimenting or creating a real home laboratory for all your needs.
Simply put with the flexibility this system offers if you want a NAS solution that goes beyond simple file serving, TrueNAS Scale is the perfect solution.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is the leader right now. No other implementation comes close, considering the cost and ease of use. Some other ready solutions are great as well , like synology, but the flexibility of TrueNAS is something else alltogether.
I administrate both, and both have their use cases , but TrueNAS is the clear winner in flexibility and cost. The chance to test without any cost , is also a big plus.
An extensive app catalog , ZFS , great for home lab use , improved with each implementation.
Stability is excellent as well. Rock solid for a few years now.
An easy recommendation.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 22.02.2
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 0
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I use TrueNAS Scale as primary and TrueNAS Core in the backup machine. Both are working well and they are both fantastic for NAS solution. Note that both implementations require at least 8GB memory, but more is better.
The downside of the TrueNAS Scale is some issues with SMB. On the upper side is the plethora of the applications compared with TrueNAS Core.
The downside of TrueNAS Core is the limited applications because it is based on FreeBSD. On the other hand is much more polished compared with TrueNAS Scale and I never had any issue.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-09
Votes: 3
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TrueNAS Scale (I'm running the latest version 24)
A powerful and flexible NAS solution almost for any need.
My main storage solution for home and office.
With TrueNAS you can turn an old server (Dell T410 in my case) into a NAS.
I use it as my main storage point and it takes care of all my backup strategies.
It is also the primary storage provider for all my VMs hosted on my XCP-NG server.
Generally speaking it has a bit of a learning curve but it's totally worth it, you set it up once and you're good to go
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS scale 23.10.1 on an R730XD I've been using this system for several months now and after a learning curve, found the system to be very solid and actively updated. I've joined all the forums and see that there is a very robust community that remains committed. Aside from learning something other than Windows as a home user, this was an amazing adventure into Linux and HomeLab. I run TrueNAS Scale on a R730XD and have 100TB of drives in to 4 pools, the main pool is for PLEX and works very well. I also run an instance of NextCloud as well for my wife who refuses to delete pictures from her full iPhone. The apps that come in TrueNAS and Truecharts are solid and well-kept and also actively up to date. For what I use this for, it fills all of the need i know that I need. It also fills the voids for experimentation. I've learned a great deal about Kubernetes, Docker and VM's. I find a few bugs here and there and that is the reason for a 9 out of 10. When I go submit a ticket, my issue is already being addressed. The bugs are extremely minimal and don't cause any operational issues. Almost entirely it's me that causes any problems. some issues are page refresh artifacts. but like i said these are not real issues to me at all. Im sold on TrueNAS Scale and will be a longtime patron. I recommend using one of the versions of TrueNAS that will fit your need if you decide to venture in the server direction. I would also add that you can use about any type of machine you desire, I bought my R730XD before I even knew about TrueNAS. what a pleasant surprise when I found out more.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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A solid NAS operating system. I am running it on two systems, one all flash and one hybrid. It even installed on a third party NAS System without much hassle.
Pros
Very good hardware compatibility (Debian Based)
Easy to use and setup
Good hardware function
Solid NAS Functions
Decent VM Functions
ZFS snapshots and replication are awesome
Cons
Apps do break on updates sometimes, but I don't use many
Passing shares through to VMs is difficult on purpose
Mixed
Easy to miss the SMB permission mode when setting up a new share
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 1
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I am writing this review because there is a snow storm and we are locked in so I have a bit of time. There is no electrical power off the grid but our faithful generator is running outside and the house's critical IT stuff is fed and protected by both the generator and a UPS. What a great opportunity to remind myself that our data is also safe because we are using a TrueNAS network backup system.
I am the guy that a long long time ago in a far far away place was coding FORTRAN on paper cards. If you had a drawer then, the card deck was your backup. I recently retired from 40 years as an engineer in the aerospace industry. On my todo list was to consolidate my home IT into a fast and reliable ecosystem. I wanted all to become Apple so the phone can natively talk to the watch, the watch to the Mac Studio, my wife's MacBook Pro and every combination thereof without having to install 3rd party patches so we can seamlessly share our apps and data.
Notwithstanding that Microsoft had been a great ally throughout my career and I sadly I had to let go all my professional software. I was left with a 10 year old PC (which was leading benchmarks then). I could not upgrade to Windows 11 because is lacks TPM module hence my decision to go all Apple but I could at least use it as a network file server. A friend who was a senior manager in top tier data centres suggested I look into TrueNAS: Bingo !!!
Wiped my PC clean with a tear saying goodbye to my engineering life and from an ISO file on a USB key, installed TrueNAS successfully at the first attempt. All my hardware and disk drives were successfully recognized. Got instant feedback from the dashboard and may first thought was: hell, that CORE software works great. The documentation and instructions were easy to understand and follow.
Creating pools and users was easy once I figured out the workflow. Once again, the TrueNAS online documentation was the key to success. Finding documentation and configuration tips for Mac was quite more difficult. Had to search the web and that took me a few days to test, especially on the security side. Finally, sharing SMB and enabling Time Machine, which is native to the TrueNAS user interface, made everything work. No scripts or code patches were required.
Mac's Time Machine automatically backs up our data on TrueNAS. Since the initial install, I had two True NAS upgrades that were installed and the migration was seamless and error free.
My old faithful PC does the job for now but increasing the capacity and quantity of drives will cause heating and power budget issues. The LAN interface is slow compared with what the Macs can do today. Obsolete it is, so I will eventually change that machine for another machine but I will definitely keep TrueNAS as the storage software. Will either buy a bare PC and install CORE on it or better, I will get a TrueNAS MiniX.
TrueNAS works great for Apple clients. Go for it !
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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Great stability - on my home-lab build. Running TrueNAS-SCALE-23.10.0 (at the time of writing this) - have several SMB shares (wow the speed), several Apps (game servers, media servers, photo back up , local cloud hosting, and PiHole! Like the VMs I have enough headroom to spin up several VMs - currently running concurrently 2 VMs (Linux and windows... I know Windows), cloud sync tasks (impressed with the number of providers it syncs with). Wish it could support MacOS natively, but on the forums there are some great manual workaround to make this happen - big "wow" on the creative community threads that walk you on how to do this.
Dashboard for System and device health status is priceless. Being able to be proactive for hardware failures, and make failovers gives me the courage and confidence to consider used hardware when expanding my home lab. (Awesome)
ZFS has come a long way from being "experimental", and even at experimental it was stable and no errors.
Been using this platform since it was FreeNas 0.69.2.4700 - even that for it's time was hands down the most reliable storage solution.
Really like the incremental updates based on community feedback, and the big community support for testing and making this my go to solution for anything NAS and beyond. It has a little bit of a learning curve (if you are not used to tinkering) but the community forums quick responses and youtube videos get you up and going quick. Every day I keep finding new things to tinker and explore with. But out of the box it is quick and painless to set up.
If I had a second build I would tinker with the the nightly and RC builds to get ahead of the curve. Cant wait for dragonfish final release to dive into the improvements in that release train. Got to admit, iX has a world class product, and improving.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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I've been a TrueNAS user for years now.
Pros:
Runs on anything
Reliable on reliable hardware
Lots of ways to connect
Cons:
Maybe too steep of a learning curve for Joe User
UI not as slick as Synology yet
No tiering storage levels yet (hot, cold tiers)
I have run TrueNAS Core on small desktops to enterprise servers, in a home environment to an enterprise datacenter. Obviously better performance on the enterprise hardware, but even the small desktop deployments weren't slow. The expandability through jails is a really nice feature, to be able to add on Plex, Nextcloud, etc. with just a few clicks is very attractive.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Core is a super stable and capable OS. I'm running Plex, Radar, Sonar, Lidar, 1 Linux VM for Pihole and Tautulli. Since 2019 never had any issues. Looking forward to jump to TrueScale band wagon.
It is ideal for home and/or small business uses as a NAS server. It supports variety of network storage protocols.
It also supports low and high hardware configs. HW updates are easy to implement. Monitoring options for HW failures is easy to setup. I would like to thank iX for their support to the community.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS's latest version, building upon its already impressive foundation, introduces several innovative capabilities that further solidify its position as a leading storage solution.
Firstly, the latest version of TrueNAS emphasizes enhanced scalability. With support for even larger storage capacities and more streamlined expansion options, organizations can seamlessly accommodate their growing data requirements without compromising performance or reliability. Whether it's adding additional storage nodes or expanding existing storage pools, TrueNAS offers unparalleled scalability to adapt to evolving business needs.
Moreover, the latest iteration of TrueNAS incorporates advanced performance optimizations to deliver blazing-fast storage performance. Leveraging the latest advancements in hardware acceleration and caching technologies, TrueNAS ensures lightning-fast data access and throughput, empowering organizations to achieve optimal performance for their critical workloads.
Additionally, the latest version of TrueNAS places a strong emphasis on data security and compliance. With enhanced encryption capabilities, comprehensive access controls, and audit logging features, TrueNAS enables organizations to maintain the highest standards of data security while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements such as GDPR and HIPAA.
Furthermore, TrueNAS's latest version introduces seamless integration with cloud services, enabling organizations to leverage the scalability and flexibility of cloud storage while maintaining control over their data. Whether it's hybrid cloud deployments or data replication to cloud storage providers, TrueNAS facilitates seamless data management across on-premises and cloud environments.
Moreover, TrueNAS's latest version enhances data management capabilities with advanced data deduplication and compression techniques, allowing organizations to maximize storage efficiency and reduce storage costs without compromising performance or reliability.
Overall, TrueNAS's latest version represents a significant leap forward in terms of scalability, performance, security, and data management capabilities. With its innovative features and robust functionality, TrueNAS continues to set the standard for modern storage solutions, empowering organizations to efficiently manage and protect their data assets in an ever-evolving digital landscape.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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Using a decommissioned server from work and TrueNAS Scale, I was able to build myself a great NAS device that was both cheap and easy to install and setup.
All I needed to buy was the hard drives to put in the server and download the ISO and I was good to go. Installation was a breeze and after a quick bit of research on the TrueNAS website and some YouTube videos, I was up and running and able to start using the server as a media store and backup destination.
As I’m limited with CPU speed and RAM options, I’m mostly using it as a Samba share for my media files, but it does that job flawlessly.
Overall, it’s a great NAS device and is cheap to run and allowed me to continue using some old hardware that would otherwise have been ewaste.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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I use it as a private cloud and the performance is exceptional. You can host files, create multimedia libraries, game servers, etc. Practically anything you can think of. In addition to the official applications you can add unofficial application repositories.
As a flaw that you can not create a simple web page. I have created a virtual machine with ubuntu server to create a small website for personal use. Another problem I see is the difficulty to add web certificates. And to finish with the problems that the documentation is not translated into more languages.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-04-04
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale (I am running the latest 24 version)
A Powerful and Flexible NAS Solution
TrueNAS Scale stands out as a fantastic NAS option, particularly for users who crave both robust storage and versatile applications. Here's a breakdown of its strengths:
A solid Foundation:
ZFS File System:
At its core, TrueNAS Scale leverages the bulletproof ZFS file system, renowned for its data integrity, self-healing capabilities, and built-in features like snapshots and replication.
Familiar Interface:
If you're already comfortable with TrueNAS Core, navigating TrueNAS Scale feels intuitive. The web interface offers a user-friendly experience for managing pools, datasets, and shares.
Power of Applications:
Docker and Kubernetes: TrueNAS Scale shines with its seamless integration of Docker and Kubernetes. This empowers you to deploy and manage containerized applications alongside your NAS functionality.
App Catalog: The TrueNAS SCALE Apps catalog provides a rich selection of pre-configured apps, streamlining deployment for common use cases like media servers, web servers, and development environments.
Ideal For:
Home Labs: For those running a home lab, TrueNAS Scale offers an enticing proposition. It consolidates file storage with the ability to run various applications on a single system, maximizing resource utilization.
Flexibility Seekers: If you crave a NAS solution that goes beyond basic file serving, TrueNAS Scale caters perfectly. With its containerization capabilities, you can customize your NAS to fit your specific needs.
Recent Improvements:
Stability: The recent TrueNAS SCALE 24.0 release boasts impressive stability, even coming in as a beta. This signifies ongoing development efforts to ensure a reliable platform.
ZFS Arc Enhancements: The ZFS Arc memory management has seen improvements, potentially simplifying memory tuning for users who previously relied on meticulous adjustments in TrueNAS Core.
To sum this all up, TrueNAS Scale emerges as a compelling NAS solution, especially for users who value a blend of robust storage, application versatility, and a user-friendly interface.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-04-03
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is a powerful and feature-rich open-source storage platform that provides a wide range of storage services and data protection features. It is built on top of FreeBSD and the OpenZFS file system, which ensures high performance, reliability, and data integrity.
One of the standout features of TrueNAS is its user-friendly web interface, which makes it easy to manage and configure storage pools, datasets, shares, and replication tasks. The web interface is well-designed, intuitive, and provides a wealth of information about the system's performance, health, and status.
TrueNAS supports a wide range of storage protocols, including SMB/CIFS, NFS, AFP, iSCSI, and FTP, making it a versatile storage solution for both Windows and Unix-like environments. It also supports various data protection features, such as snapshots, replication, and encryption, which help ensure data availability and security.
Another great feature of TrueNAS is its plug-in architecture, which allows for easy integration with third-party applications and services. There are numerous plug-ins available for TrueNAS, including ones for cloud storage, backup, media streaming, and virtualization.
Overall, TrueNAS is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a reliable, scalable, and feature-rich storage platform. Whether you're a home user or a business, TrueNAS has the tools and capabilities to meet your storage needs. Its open-source nature also means that it has a strong community of developers and users who are constantly improving and adding new features to the platform.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-02
Votes: 1
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i have been a user of freenas/truenas for at least version 4. The apps are a little weak but as a nas it is excellent.
i use my installation primarily as a plex server. upgrading apps need improvement especially since sometimes it fails to update. i could never keep my nextcloud installation up due to version skipping(when i notice a new update more than one major revision has happened) nextcloud refuses to update the database in this case. truenas does not have a way to get the missed versions in the plugin system from the gui.
Core appears to be near end of life and development is being shifted to scale. i feel core is as good as it will get. I will be upgrading to scale soon but do not have any experience to give a feel of it tho.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-04-02
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is a free and open-source NAS (Network Attached Storage) operating system known for its focus on data security and stability.
Pros:
Stable and reliable: Designed for robustness and uptime.
ZFS file system: Offers features like snapshots, data integrity verification, and self-healing.
Free and open-source: Customizable and a large community for support.
Cons:
Can have a steeper learning curve compared to some user-friendly NAS options.
Limited app availability compared to commercial NAS solutions.
Overall, TrueNAS is a powerful option for users who prioritize data security, flexibility, and control over their storage. If ease of use or a wider app selection is a priority, other NAS options might be a better fit.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-21
Votes: 0
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pressing demand for expanded storage capacity within tight financial constraints, my client found themselves in a truly critical situation. With resources at a premium, the imperative to enhance storage capabilities was undeniable. However, the solution needed to align with their limited budgetary parameters.
My client was in a dire need to increase their storage with a limited budget.
Thanks to truenas core, we could get it done in a small timeframe in his targeted value.
Through meticulous planning and expert implementation, we optimized every facet of the storage expansion process, maximizing value without sacrificing quality.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-18
Votes: 0
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I first used Truenas Core before moving to Truenas Scale. So far it has been great. Couple of permission bugs that I had to work out but otherwise it has been a reliable system! The ability to spin up jails is also a wonderful addition! It makes it so easy to host a plex server or a pihole server! I am looking forwards to seeing that else that IX systems has in store for these platforms.
On the performance side of things, I have never seen the NAS be the bottleneck, it has always been the network or the PC transferring data. It is also extremely quick when retrieving and copying data FROM the NAS as well.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-18
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale is an impressive open-source hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) solution that brings the benefits of scale-out storage to a wider audience. It's built on the robust foundation of TrueNAS CORE and expands its capabilities with Linux containers, KVM, and scale-out ZFS storage. The interface is intuitive, making it accessible for users who are new to HCI, while still offering advanced features for seasoned professionals.
I'm using it on a Intel I5 16GB RAM own build system and its really fast and versatile! and easy of use is fantastic.
Performance-wise, TrueNAS Scale does not disappoint. It leverages ZFS to provide high throughput and low latency, which is essential for demanding applications like virtualization and media streaming. Additionally, the data integrity checks and snapshot capabilities of ZFS ensure that data remains safe and recoverable in case of corruption or loss.
In terms of security, TrueNAS Scale offers robust protection with encryption, role-based access control, and two-factor authentication. These features provide peace of mind for organizations concerned about data breaches or unauthorized access.
Overall, TrueNAS Scale is a versatile and reliable HCI solution that offers enterprise-grade features without the enterprise-grade price tag. Its open-source nature also means a strong community support and continuous improvements. For organizations looking to implement an HCI solution, TrueNAS Scale should definitely be considered.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-15
Votes: 0
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I have not used this product, but, everything the I have heard or read about it gives me the impression that it is a serious answer to a lot of problems and that it can opbu businen up opportunities for expansion of both corporate and private enterprise business. Check it out. Security of your data is paramount. Being able to expand your organization's capacity while being able to access data from multiple locations is a real plus. Speed of access is important for operation of your business. Presenting your story to possible new clients while touting next generation technologies is a sure winner. Give it a try.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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Since we started using TrueNAS at our 3D studio, it's been nothing short of a game-changer for us. We're a team of 50, and keeping our massive project files safe is crucial to us. TrueNAS, with its ZFS file system, gives us some peace of mind. It's incredibly user-friendly too, which means we we're able to set everything up by ourselves without a fuss.
The performance is stellar. Even with everyone hitting the system hard, it doesn't miss a beat, which is critical when we're rendering on deadlines.
What really sealed the deal for us is the cost efficiency. Skipping those hefty fees for dell or other competitors means we can splurge more on what really matters - our creative talent. TrueNAS become a core part of how we operate, keeping us creative, collaborative, and, most importantly, secure.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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This is a very interesting NAS system to work with, specially for its flexibility. It has lots of options to connect with, including AFP, NFS, SMB/CIFS, iSCSI, and many others.
The plugin ecossystem, although it does not have many plugins available, does have very interesting options to choose from, including CI/CD tools, home entertainment softwares, and other neat apps that could move your appliance away from being a simple NAS box.
I've had some issues with it's NFS server, but all in all, it is a very good addition for your office, home lab, or anything else you might require a robust storage system to back.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS Scale is a robust and dependable solution for managing home servers, offering a plethora of features and functionalities tailored to meet the demands of users with diverse needs. After utilizing TrueNAS Scale for approximately one year, I can confidently attest to its effectiveness in handling a multitude of applications and virtual machines without encountering significant issues.
Setting up TrueNAS Scale initially required some time and effort to familiarize myself with its interface and functionalities. However, once configured, it seamlessly integrated with my existing hardware setup, which comprises a server equipped with an i7 processor, GPU, and a combination of HDDs and SSDs, totaling 6*4TB HDDs and 4 SSDs. Despite the initial learning curve, the platform's intuitive design and comprehensive documentation facilitated a smooth transition.
One of the standout features of TrueNAS Scale is its adaptability and scalability. With around 20 applications running concurrently alongside a virtual machine, TrueNAS Scale effortlessly manages the workload, ensuring optimal performance and stability. Additionally, the platform's compatibility with GPU passthrough capabilities enhances its versatility, enabling users to leverage hardware acceleration for specific tasks seamlessly.
In comparison to alternative solutions like Unraid, TrueNAS Scale emerges as a more reliable option, particularly in terms of stability and performance. While Unraid offers greater flexibility in adding and managing disks of varying sizes, TrueNAS Scale excels in providing a robust and stable environment, making it the preferred choice for users prioritizing reliability.
Looking ahead, I plan to expand my storage capacity by adding more disks while continuing to leverage TrueNAS Scale for its seamless functionality and reliability. Overall, TrueNAS Scale has surpassed my expectations, delivering a comprehensive solution for home server management that I wholeheartedly recommend to others seeking a stable and efficient platform.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 22.12.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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I'm having difficulties getting Nextcloud to work correctly on TrueNAS Core. Installing on a beefy Dell server with over 10TB and 256GB RAM. Once installed (and I somehow screw it up during configuration), I cannot delete the app. In fact, I have to completely re-install TrueNAS to delete the Nextcloud app completely.
I have attempted many times and seem to be getting something wrong as once I enable the Nextcloud editors the site stops working...
Not happy yet, but will tackle it eventually...
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-14
Votes: 0
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I'm trialing TrueNAS Core for my do-it-yourself home NAS. The NAS serves files for myself and my family, nothing spectacular just the usual home and school stuff. Configuration was a bit difficult regarding user rights, but after that was done it worked beautifully so far. I'm also thinking about trying out TrueNAS Scale, but I would like to get some experience in Kubernetes first.
Some detailed examples of things that TrueNAS does particularly well: ZFS filesystem with builtin self checks and weekly scrubbing. Disk errors are automatically detected and I am notified about them. Pool management that beautifully handles disk loss, disk replacement, and intermittent issues. Configuration is relatively easy except for user rights management.
Some detailed examples of areas where TrueNAS has room for improvement: User rights management could be easier to configure. Android push notifications could be nice if disks fail. No support for home directories within a shared filesystem. ARM version could be interesting for lower power systems.
TrueNAS Core is excellent for home or small office use, where you only need to manage a few disks and pools. Samba and ZFS share is more than enough for such a home NAS. No idea if it would be suitable for a larger enterprise use, for my programming job it would not be appropriate for Docker Swarm and Kubernetes volumes. I have no experience with TrueNAS Scale so I can not comment on that.
TrueNAS Core had a mostly positive impact on my home, some examples include: Peace of mind that my data is safe with disk pools and ZFS filesystem. Better trust than my old NAS since I was involved with the installation and configuration. However the computer that runs TrueNAS has higher power consumption than my old prebuilt NAS.
I prefer TrueNAS Core over Thecus N4310, because it is still supported and receives updates, supports Samba 2 instead of just Samba 1, uses ZFS that is more robust than ext4 or other filesystems, sends me notifications in case of disk or pool failures, and is generally better quality and tested software. However user rights configuration is difficult, and x64 computers consume more power than ARM based prebuilt NAS systems.
TrueNAS Core delivers excellent value despite being completely free, and its feature set is more than sufficient for a home system. TrueNAS Core lives up to the hype as one of the best NAS software, and installation and configuration was not that difficult except user rights configuration of course.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 13.0-U6.1
Rating: 9
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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TrueNAS is brilliant. It is easy to use, easy to setup, and it supports a wide range of older technology so I was able to re-deploy a combination of older equipment to make up the server. Over time I have added more memory, dual 10Gb Ethernet Nics, more disks and it was easy to add them, with minimal downtime.
My Server is running TrueNAS core, but I plan to upgrade to Scale with the next production release. There is a good migration tool available to do that.
Current Equipment is.
AMD Ryzen 7 2700, ASUS X370 Mobo, 4 x 6Gb Seagate NAS hard Drives (Data), 2 x Samsung SSD for OS, Intel X550-T2 dual 10GB NIC.
ZFS is a fast, reliable and very flexible storage solution. It's easy to upgrade the storage by adding some more disks, creating a new VDEV and then adding to the existing Pool. That level of flexibility from TrueNAS is much better than Windows.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 8
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Epic dashboard, great management, handles all the little things for you and supports docker. What more could you want? Really like the charts, and automated scrubbing. Automated trimming, handles all that for you. Also helps you setup more advanced ZFS pools and keeps you doing things right with things like metadata not allowing it on a single drive and stuff.
My only gripe is it feels a bit laggy sometimes on my high powered server, would love to see more animations that make it just feel a bit snappier.
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Project: TrueNAS
Version: 23.10.0
Rating: 10
Date: 2024-03-13
Votes: 0
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Since the early FreeNAS days I've trusted iXSystems and TrueNAS for storage. They have a rock solid product with enterprise features right out of the box. Scale has upped the game with support for container and k8s workloads, as well as additional centralization with TrueCommand. I'm happy to recommend TrueNAS from home use all the way into the datacenter.
Currently I deploy TrueNAS to support many workloads using the following specs:
AMD EPYC 7313P Processor 16-core 3.00GHz 128MB Cache (155W)
8 x 16GB PC4-25600 3200MHz DDR4 ECC RDIMM
2 x 480GB Micron 5400 PRO Series 2.5" SATA 6.0Gb/s Solid State Drive
2 x 800GB Micron 7450 MAX Series M.2 PCIe 4.0 x4 NVMe Solid State Drive (80mm)
12 x 18TB SAS 3.0 12.0GB/s 7200RPM - 3.5" - Seagate Exos X18 Series FastFormat
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