Detail Software and Hardware Requirements

Virtualization Server

1. Proxmox Virtual Environment (Proxmox VE):

Description: Proxmox VE is an open-source virtualization platform that combines two virtualization technologies: KVM (Kernel-based Virtual Machine) for virtual machines and LXC (Linux Containers) for lightweight containerization.

Website: Proxmox

Hardware Recommendation:

• CPU:

  • Multi-core processor with virtualization extensions (Intel VT-x or AMD-V).
  • The number of cores will depend on your workload and the number of virtual machines/containers.

• RAM:

  • A minimum of 4 GB of RAM is required for the Proxmox VE host system. *However, more RAM is recommended based on your workload. The amount will depend on the number and resource requirements of your virtual machines or containers.

2. VirtualBox:

-Oracle VM VirtualBox is a free and open-source hosted hypervisor for x86 virtualization. It allows you to run multiple operating systems on a single host machine.

Website: VirtualBox

Host System

Hardware Recommendation:

• CPU:
  • A 64-bit capable processor with Virtualization Technology (VT-x or AMD-V) support.
• RAM:
  • At least 4 GB of RAM is recommended for running VirtualBox and one virtual machine.
  • However, more RAM is preferable, especially if you plan to run multiple virtual machines simultaneously.

Guest System Requirements:

• CPU:

  • The requirements for the guest operating system will depend on the specific OS. Generally, allocate at least a dual-core processor to each virtual machine.

• RAM:

  • Allocate sufficient RAM to the guest OS based on its requirements. * * Operating systems like Windows and Linux typically require at least 1-2 GB of RAM.

3. VMware vSphere Hypervisor:

-Formerly known as ESXi, VMware vSphere Hypervisor is a bare-metal hypervisor that allows you to virtualize your server hardware and run multiple virtual machines.

Website: VMware vSphere Hypervisor

Hardware Recommendation:

• CPU:

  • Technical minimum: single socket with two cores.
  • Recommended minimum: dual socket with four or more cores per CPU

• RAM:

  • Technical minimum: 4 GB
  • Recommended minimum: 8 GB or more

Remote Access Server

1. OpenVPN

-OpenVPN is an open-source VPN solution that allows you to securely connect to your home network from anywhere. It provides a flexible and configurable VPN setup.

Website: OpenVPN

Hardware Recommendation:

• CPU:

  • OpenVPN primarily relies on single-threaded performance, so a processor with a higher clock speed is generally more beneficial than one with more cores.
  • A modern multi-core processor is still advantageous for handling multiple concurrent connections.

• RAM:

  • The amount of RAM needed depends on the number of concurrent connections and the size of the traffic. For small to medium-sized deployments, 1 GB to 4 GB of RAM is usually sufficient. Larger deployments may require more.

2. WireGuard

-WireGuard is a modern VPN protocol known for its simplicity and high performance. It's designed to be easy to set up and operate while providing strong security.

Website: WireGuard

Hardware Recommendation:

• CPU: WireGuard is not particularly resource-intensive, and its performance is more dependent on the encryption algorithms and the workload. In general, a modern, multicore processor should be sufficient for most use cases.

• RAM: The memory requirements are also modest. A few hundred megabytes of RAM should be enough for running WireGuard, but the actual requirement may vary based on your specific usage scenario.

Media

1. Plex

-Plex is a media server that allows you to organize and stream your media collection to various devices. It includes features like transcoding for optimal playback on different devices.

Website: Plex

Hardware Recommendations:

• RAM: 8GB or more.
• Storage: SSDs for quick access to media libraries.
• GPU: Consider a graphics card for hardware-accelerated video decoding.

2. Jellyfin

-Jellyfin is an open-source media server similar to Plex. It allows you to organize and stream your media collection. Jellyfin is free and provides a customizable and feature-rich media streaming experience.

Website: Jellyfin

Hardware Recommendations:

• RAM: 16GB or more, especially if transcoding is involved.
• Storage: SSDs for metadata and fast access to media files.
• GPU: Consider a graphics card for hardware-accelerated transcoding.

File

1. Nextcloud

-Nextcloud is a powerful open-source file synchronization and sharing solution. It provides features like file access, sharing, and collaboration with an easy-to-use interface.

Website: Nextcloud

Hardware Recommendations:

• Processor (CPU):

  • For small to medium-sized installations (up to a few dozen users), a modern multi-core processor (e.g., quad-core or higher) should suffice.

  • For larger installations, consider a server-grade CPU with more cores to handle increased user activity.

• Memory :

  • Allocate at least 2GB of RAM for basic installations.
  • For small to medium installations, consider 8GB to 16GB of RAM.
  • Larger installations may require 32GB or more, depending on the number of users and concurrent connections.

2. ownCloud

Description: Similar to Nextcloud, ownCloud is a self-hosted file sync and share server. It allows you to access, sync, and share your files, calendars, and contacts across devices.

Website: ownCloud

Hardware Recommendation: Minimum 2GB RAM, multi-core processor, and enough storage for your files.

Hardware Recommendations:

• RAM: 32GB or more, depending on your storage needs.
• Storage: High-capacity, reliable hard drives or SSDs.
• Network: Gigabit or 10 Gigabit Ethernet for fast data transfer.

3. OpenMediaVault

-OpenMediaVault is a Debian-based open-source network-attached storage solution. It offers a web-based interface, supports various file systems, RAID management, and includes plugins for additional services like Docker and Plex.

Website: OpenMediaVault

Hardware Recommendations:

• RAM: Minimum 2GB, but 4GB or more recommended.
• Storage: SSD for the OS, larger hard drives for data storage.
• Network: Gigabit Ethernet for standard use, 10 Gigabit for higher throughput.

Home Automation Server

1. Home Assistant

-Home Assistant is an open-source home automation platform that focuses on privacy and local control. It supports a wide range of devices and services.

Website: Home Assistant

Hardware Recommendation:

• 2 GB RAM
• 32 GB Storage

2. OpenHAB

-OpenHAB is an open-source home automation platform that is vendor-neutral and extensible. It supports integration with various smart home technologies.

Website: OpenHAB

Hardware Recommendation:

• RAM: The amount of RAM you need depends on the size of your home automation setup. For small to medium-sized installations, 2GB to 4GB of RAM should be adequate. For larger setups or if you're running other resource-intensive applications, consider 8GB or more.

• STORAGE: OpenHAB itself doesn't require much storage space. A few gigabytes should be sufficient. However, consider the storage needs if you plan to store a significant amount of historical data or logs.

Game Server

1. Minecraft Server:

-Minecraft Server allows you to host your own multiplayer Minecraft world. It's customizable, and you can invite friends to join your server for collaborative building and adventures.

Website: Minecraft

Hardware Recommendation: Depends on the number of players. A moderate CPU and at least 2GB RAM for small servers.

Development Server

1. Jenkins

-Jenkins is an open-source automation server used for building, testing, and deploying code. It supports the automation of repetitive tasks in the software development process.

Website: Jenkins

Minimum hardware requirements:

• 256 MB of RAM

• 1 GB of drive space (although 10 GB is a recommended minimum if running Jenkins as a Docker container)

Recommended hardware configuration for a small team:

• 4 GB+ of RAM

• 50 GB+ of drive space

2. GitLab CI/CD

-GitLab CI/CD is an integrated CI/CD system built into the GitLab platform. It allows for continuous integration, deployment, and monitoring directly within the GitLab environment. PostgreSQL is the only supported database, which is bundled with the Linux package.

Website: GitLab

Hardware Recommendations:

• CPU:

  • 4 cores is the recommended minimum number of cores and supports up to 500 users
  • 8 cores supports up to 1000 users

• RAM:

  • 4 GB RAM is the required minimum memory size and supports up to 500 users
  • 8 GB RAM supports up to 1000 users

• STORAGE: Having a fast drive (7200 RPM and up) or a solid state drive (SSD) improves the responsiveness of GitLab.

3. Docker

-Docker is a platform for developing, shipping, and running applications in containers. It simplifies the deployment process and allows for easy isolation of applications and their dependencies.

Website: Docker

Hardware Recommendation:

• RAM: recommends a minimum of 2 GB of RAM, but the more RAM you have, the better for handling multiple containers simultaneously.

• STORAGE: At least 20 GB of free disk space for the base installation. However, this requirement can vary based on the number and size of container images you plan to use.

Docker itself has low resource requirements. The actual hardware needs depend on the applications and containers you run.

4. Vagrant

-Vagrant is a tool for managing virtualized development environments. It allows you to create and share reproducible development environments across different machines.

Website: Vagrant

Hardware Recommendation:

• RAM: 2GB to 4GB of RAM per virtual machine is a common starting point, but your specific needs may vary.

• STORAGE: Storage: Disk space is required for both Vagrant itself and the virtual machines. Ensure you have enough free space on your host machine to store the base boxes and any additional data generated by the virtual machines. Each virtual machine may require several gigabytes of disk space, depending on the operating system and software installed.