Use multiple drives together as a single unit on Ubuntu.

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xFqtal_
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03-07-2023, 02:28 PM

I've never worked with Linux before, just curious if it's feasible to have several drives appear as one. I'm thinking of using Plex and prefer a lighter option than Windows. I want it simple enough to avoid complicated terminal tasks.

xFqtal_

03-07-2023, 02:28 PM #1

WolfEH117
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03-12-2023, 06:23 PM

Creating RAID0 or combining disks into a BTRFS or ZFS setup is possible using the Linux installer in Debian, but you'll need a command-line tool. This approach has a clear issue: losing a disk means all data is lost. A better choice would be RAID5 or 6, or similar methods via BTRFS or ZFS. If you prefer not to handle commands manually, it's better to let someone experienced perform the task.

WolfEH117

03-12-2023, 06:23 PM #2

Angel_MP
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03-14-2023, 02:23 AM

LVM is more suitable here than RAID 0, you were able to set up LVM through certain installers, and I believe Debian, CentOS, and *buntu server still support it.

Angel_MP

03-14-2023, 02:23 AM #3

LVM is more suitable here than RAID 0, you were able to set up LVM through certain installers, and I believe Debian, CentOS, and *buntu server still support it.