2024-04-26, 10:14 AM
First, let's talk about your hardware setup. I assume Server1 has more than one SATA port on the board, right? It only has one slot for a 3.5" HDD? What is your storage requirement? I would suggest installing two or three large SSDs in Server1 and configuring a software RAID (1 with two SSDs or 5 with three SSDs). Since SSDs are not mechanical, you can secure them inside the case with cable ties or adhesive tape.
If you absolutely need to use Server2, you can't simply connect a RAID to Server1. Instead, you need to set up a file server (SMB or NFS) on Server2 and create a share. This share will then be mounted on Server1.
If you absolutely need to use Server2, you can't simply connect a RAID to Server1. Instead, you need to set up a file server (SMB or NFS) on Server2 and create a share. This share will then be mounted on Server1.