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Intel Atom C3758

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TrueNAS Mini X+ 5-Bay NAS (Mini X+ (32GB ECC))

Mini X+ with 32 GB ECC RAM (as listed in thisPING's guide)

Recorded model: Mini X+ (32GB ECC)

Specifications checked 2026-11-05.

Drive bays: 5 x SATA 3.5" hot-swap bays (optional 3.5" to 2.5" adapters) plus 2 x SATA 2.5" hot-swap SSD bays
Maximum raw capacity (maker): Up to 105 TB
Memory: 32 GB DDR4 ECC (upgradeable to 64 GB)
Network: 2 x RJ45 1/10GBaseT Ethernet ports, dedicated RJ45 IPMI port; optional 2 x SFP+ 10G add-on card
Weight (no drives): 13 lb (5.9 kg)
Drives: Sold diskless or pre-populated with qualified WD Red Plus CMR hard drives; the maker advises avoiding SMR drives

Raw capacity is before RAID and formatting. The example does not establish drive compatibility.

Capacity reference: Seagate Expansion Desktop 8TB External Hard Drive (STKP8000400). Capacity: 8TB. Drive manufacturer specification ↗

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Specification	TrueNAS Mini X+ (32GB ECC)
Fastest wired port	10 Gbps
Drive bays	5 bays
RAM	32 GB
Processor	Intel Atom C3758
Best for	Homelab, Backups, Media server, Home office
Sources	Specifications checked November 5, 2026 View 2 sources TrueNAS Mini X+ (32GB ECC) specifications · truenas.com TrueNAS Mini X+ (32GB ECC) specifications · truenas.com
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