u/Distinct-Gent-2141

Hello im new to homelabing and mini pcs. But ive now embarked on the road to build a NAS. I wanted to see if I could get some assistance. I have a Dell OptiPlex 5070 Micro

1. I can use the m.2 slot for a 8 port SATA connection
2. I can use the m.2 WLAN A+E Key adapter to m.2 sata to use as a boot drive.
3. I will need external power.
4. Can I use the SATA0 port to connect 8 HDDs

Thank you for the assistance! Im starting off with 4 drives but am 3D printing a 2U all in one drive bay that holds 8 drives and the mini pc.

Hello im new to homelabing and mini pcs. But ive now embarked on the road to build a NAS. I wanted to see if I could get some assistance.

https://preview.redd.it/7lww1xmgq7wg1.jpg?width=1645&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=75f9ced4d3618bdd593bdd369f48f7dfbf052eb2

1. I can use the m.2 slot for a 8 port SATA connection
2. I can use the m.2 WLAN A+E Key adapter to m.2 sata to use as a boot drive.
3. I will need external power.
4. Can I use the sata 0 port the plug in 8 HDDS thats the main goal is to ues that port but idk.

Thank you for the assistance! Im starting off with 4 drives but am 3D printing a 2U all in one drive bay that holds 8 drives and the mini pc