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      TalkativeTech
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      Hi, i am going to buy some parts and a server case for my build. I have never built a computer and don't know where to start. I have picked a 7th gen i3 and a cheap motherboard that has expansion bays. What network card or something do. I need to get wifi up and running? Also i am buying a Cisco switch next week. so only need a card with 2 Ethernet ports for a switchs and one for wan. Also my isp doesn't allow 3rd party modems. I have to use theirs. What do i do their? I was also going to use a 128gb ssd for boot. Also was going to buy a 2u case and have everything low voltage. Anything else, i really have no idea about can someone help me.

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      • JailerJ
        Jailer
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        @TalkativeTech:

        Hi, i am going to buy some parts and a server case for my build. I have never built a computer and don't know where to start.

        Google is your friend.

        @TalkativeTech:

        I have picked a 7th gen i3 and a cheap motherboard that has expansion bays.

        As long as it serves your connection speed that should be fine.

        @TalkativeTech:

        What network card or something do. I need to get wifi up and running?

        Is this one question or two? Intel NIC's are generally recommended and well supported. If yoou need wifi get a seperate access point, wireless support in FreeBSD is abysmal.

        @TalkativeTech:

        Also my isp doesn't allow 3rd party modems. I have to use theirs. What do i do their?

        If you have access to the management interface set it to bridge mode. If not contact your ISP and see if they will set it to bridge mode.

        @TalkativeTech:

        I was also going to use a 128gb ssd for boot.

        Overkill but it will work.

        @TalkativeTech:

        Also was going to buy a 2u case and have everything low voltage.

        Not sure what 2U has to do with low voltage but if a 2U case works for your intended needs then get it.

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