I've finally decided to replace a dying WHS v1 with a Windows 7 x64 build and plan to use StableBit DrivePool. I will likely use my existing Lian-Li case (PC-V1200B, or buy a Fractal Design Define R4)) and a couple of 2-3Tb HD's, and add an additional 3x4Tb WD Reds for storage. This is mainly used as my media server and central share for the home PC's, will run Plex and a few other apps.
I'd love your thoughts on the proposed components; the budget is flexible, this seems like a good sweet spot.
CPU: Intel Core i5-4670 3.4GHz Quad-Core Processor ($219.99 @ Amazon)
Motherboard: Asus Z87-Pro ATX LGA1150 Motherboard ($192.99 @ Amazon)
Memory: G.Skill Ares Series 16GB (2 x 8GB) DDR3-1600 Memory ($144.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Samsung 840 EVO 120GB 2.5" Solid State Disk ($84.99 @ Newegg)
Storage: Western Digital Red 4TB 3.5" 5900RPM Internal Hard Drive ($175.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Red 4TB 3.5" 5900RPM Internal Hard Drive ($175.99 @ Amazon)
Storage: Western Digital Red 4TB 3.5" 5900RPM Internal Hard Drive ($175.99 @ Amazon)
Case: Fractal Design Define R4 (Black Pearl) ATX Mid Tower Case ($109.99 @ NCIX US)
Power Supply: Corsair Builder 600W 80+ Bronze Certified ATX Power Supply ($66.24 @ Amazon)
Total: $1347.16