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Server shutdown on TrueNAS system

Server shutdown on TrueNAS system

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Minecraft4you
Member
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04-29-2022, 01:41 AM
#1
Hello everyone, I recently installed a TrueNAS server on an old desktop setup and am facing some unusual problems. My goal is to figure out if the issue stems from the software or if it’s due to hardware limitations. Here are the details:

- Power supply: Corsair VS550
- Motherboard: ASUS H110M-A
- CPU: Intel i5-6400
- RAM: 8GB DDR4
- Boot drive: Old SSD
- System age: Built in 2015, CMOS battery recently replaced

Problem description: After about two weeks of operation, the server becomes unreachable on the network. It appears powered on but stuck in an idle or frozen state—no video output when connecting a monitor. A full reset resolves it temporarily, but the issue resurfaces after a week or two.

My concern is whether this is caused by TrueNAS itself (software glitch, kernel problem, power management fault) or if it’s more likely related to the aging hardware. Have others experienced similar issues with older systems running TrueNAS? Any advice or troubleshooting steps would be helpful!
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Minecraft4you
04-29-2022, 01:41 AM #1

Hello everyone, I recently installed a TrueNAS server on an old desktop setup and am facing some unusual problems. My goal is to figure out if the issue stems from the software or if it’s due to hardware limitations. Here are the details:

- Power supply: Corsair VS550
- Motherboard: ASUS H110M-A
- CPU: Intel i5-6400
- RAM: 8GB DDR4
- Boot drive: Old SSD
- System age: Built in 2015, CMOS battery recently replaced

Problem description: After about two weeks of operation, the server becomes unreachable on the network. It appears powered on but stuck in an idle or frozen state—no video output when connecting a monitor. A full reset resolves it temporarily, but the issue resurfaces after a week or two.

My concern is whether this is caused by TrueNAS itself (software glitch, kernel problem, power management fault) or if it’s more likely related to the aging hardware. Have others experienced similar issues with older systems running TrueNAS? Any advice or troubleshooting steps would be helpful!

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YTApex
Junior Member
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04-29-2022, 04:30 AM
#2
I've faced comparable issues with my TrueNAS server (refer to the specs for details). I'm curious to hear others' experiences. You don't need to replace the CMOS battery—just restart the system. The need to reset the CMOS on your setup hints it might be a hardware concern.
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YTApex
04-29-2022, 04:30 AM #2

I've faced comparable issues with my TrueNAS server (refer to the specs for details). I'm curious to hear others' experiences. You don't need to replace the CMOS battery—just restart the system. The need to reset the CMOS on your setup hints it might be a hardware concern.

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palesul
Member
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05-03-2022, 01:01 PM
#3
Your system becomes unresponsive after a certain time, which suggests a memory problem. Try increasing your RAM—this might resolve the issue since ZFS relies on your RAM for metadata storage.
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palesul
05-03-2022, 01:01 PM #3

Your system becomes unresponsive after a certain time, which suggests a memory problem. Try increasing your RAM—this might resolve the issue since ZFS relies on your RAM for metadata storage.

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TheDeath_Pro
Member
128
05-09-2022, 03:52 PM
#4
Could this happen especially when moving huge files? Your nightly rsync task from TrueNAS to the backup server often stalls during big transfers, like when you're backing up many gigabytes worth of content.
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TheDeath_Pro
05-09-2022, 03:52 PM #4

Could this happen especially when moving huge files? Your nightly rsync task from TrueNAS to the backup server often stalls during big transfers, like when you're backing up many gigabytes worth of content.

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Stealsz
Member
126
05-09-2022, 07:08 PM
#5
This situation seems plausible, though I can't confirm details without checking your system. Adding more RAM is usually beneficial since you're already at 8GB.
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Stealsz
05-09-2022, 07:08 PM #5

This situation seems plausible, though I can't confirm details without checking your system. Adding more RAM is usually beneficial since you're already at 8GB.

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WPaige
Senior Member
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05-10-2022, 12:05 AM
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I actually possess 16GB compared to OP's 8, yet for nearly 100 gigabytes it seems feasible. With the rsync task configured as a pull from the backup server, I'm uncertain about its feasibility, but perhaps I could monitor RAM usage on the TrueNAS machine while it runs.
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WPaige
05-10-2022, 12:05 AM #6

I actually possess 16GB compared to OP's 8, yet for nearly 100 gigabytes it seems feasible. With the rsync task configured as a pull from the backup server, I'm uncertain about its feasibility, but perhaps I could monitor RAM usage on the TrueNAS machine while it runs.