Raspberry Pi serves various functions across different applications.
Raspberry Pi serves various functions across different applications.
Yes, you can combine these features into a single Pi with 4GB RAM. Just ensure your ad blockers, network trackers, camera viewer, and NAS software are compatible with that configuration.
In theory it works, but it will take a long time and be unreliable.
Adblocker and NAS are enabled. Viewer for cameras and network tracker optional... it varies. I wouldn't rely on a single rPi handling everything at once, but if demand is low, it makes sense. What specific tasks do you need each workload to handle? (like piHole for ads, motionEYE for cameras, etc.)
I agree with @BrinkGG. Of course, it shouldn't cause major issues unless you're using the whole company network. The Pi 4's CPU usually handles most tasks well, though performance might dip if you're doing heavy media encoding/decoding across multiple cameras while dealing with network traffic. For a home project, there should be no real concerns. Follow @mahyar's suggestion to go with the 4 GB model—you'll be good to proceed. Regarding stability, it should work fine; I find the Pi 4 runs reliably as a server.
Thanks everyone for your response. I’m glad I got the answer. I already have a 2GB model and plan to upgrade it. I need a 3.5-inch monitor to watch the live stream at home. It’s just for personal use, not for tracking networks. I’d appreciate if the cam viewer, ad blocker, and NAS (or similar) could all function well together on the same setup. Also, can you help me set it up so it automatically turns on at 6 AM and off at 11 PM or midnight? I usually sleep around that time and don’t need constant activity. I’m not sure how to get started but really appreciate your guidance. Thanks!
For what you mentioned, 2GB works perfectly. I haven’t dealt much with video files, so that’s outside my expertise. A quick search should point you toward many DIY resources on the subject. Regarding ad blocking, Pihole has proven to be reliable in the past. It’s straightforward to install and maintain, delivering solid results. If you’re using a NAS, OpenMediaVault is a strong option. It offers a robust web interface for managing shares and comes with helpful setup guides. Time-based boot requires external hardware according to current knowledge. Still, search engines can be your best allies here. Good luck with your project! PS.: Remember to keep a regular backup of your NAS—this can be set up in OpenMediaVault using an additional drive.