# Workstation Computer

These desktops offer the most versatility and can be upgraded over time. Desktop computers are reliant and extensible, making them a great option for always-on server. They can be upgraded over time, making it easy to add more storage, RAM or a more powerful graphics card as your user base grows.

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**Cost**

$500 – $2000

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Desktop tower computers offer the most power and extensibility for a versatile personal server. They can run multi-purpose services including an [OwnCloud](https://hub.subspace.services/books/owncloud "OwnCloud") personal cloud, [Collabora](https://hub.subspace.services/books/collabora "Collabora") office software, [Jellyfin](https://hub.subspace.services/books/jellyfin "Jellyfin") media server, [qBittorrent](https://hub.subspace.services/books/qbittorrent "qBittorrent") peer-to-peer server and [procurement services](https://hub.subspace.services/books/quick-bundles/page/media-managers "Media Procurement") to curate your media.

[![1000006109.jpg](https://hub.subspace.services/uploads/images/gallery/2025-02/scaled-1680-/1000006109.jpg)](https://hub.subspace.services/uploads/images/gallery/2025-02/1000006109.jpg)

<p class="callout info">Best option for hosting a server for use by yourself, friends and family.</p>

<details id="bkmrk-cloud-office-suite-h"><summary>Cloud Office Suite</summary>

[![Screen Shot 2025-03-07 at 16.16.05.png](https://hub.subspace.services/uploads/images/gallery/2025-03/scaled-1680-/screen-shot-2025-03-07-at-16-16-05.png)](https://hub.subspace.services/uploads/images/gallery/2025-03/screen-shot-2025-03-07-at-16-16-05.png)

Host [OwnCloud](https://hub.subspace.services/books/owncloud "OwnCloud") for calendars, contacts and remote document access, as well as [Collabora](https://hub.subspace.services/books/collabora "Collabora") to edit files directly in your browser. Plan our your next project with [Vikunja](https://hub.subspace.services/books/vikunja "Vikunja"), organize documents with [Paperless-NGX](https://hub.subspace.services/books/paperless-ngx "Paperless-ngx"), and develop code right in your browser with [vscode](https://hub.subspace.services/books/vscode "vscode"). Manage your passwords, Two-Factor Authentication and secure documents using [BitWarden](https://hub.subspace.services/books/vaultwarden "BitWarden").

</details><details id="bkmrk-online-community-hos"><summary>Online Community</summary>

[![Screen Shot 2025-03-09 at 21.16.37.png](https://hub.subspace.services/uploads/images/gallery/2025-03/scaled-1680-/screen-shot-2025-03-09-at-21-16-37.png)](https://hub.subspace.services/uploads/images/gallery/2025-03/screen-shot-2025-03-09-at-21-16-37.png)

Host a [WordPress](https://hub.subspace.services/books/wordpress "WordPress") blog to share updates, document a project using [MediaWiki](https://hub.subspace.services/books/mediawiki "MediaWiki"), build community through a [Flarum](https://hub.subspace.services/books/flarum "Flarum") forum, and manage your own streaming with [OwnCast](https://hub.subspace.services/books/owncast "OwnCast").

</details><p class="callout warning">**Your experiences may vary.**  
Always make sure to test for stability when installing new services.</p>

These computers have space for a dedicated graphic cards, as well as both traditional hard drives and NVME solid state disks. There are even external USB or Thunderbolt storage options to use for your backup solutions. RAM can also be easily upgraded as needed to run more concurrent services.

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding: 5px;">**Processor**

- 2.5GHz or higher
- 64-bit
- Quad-Core, Dual-Threaded
- x86/AMD64 architecture

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding: 5px;">**Memory**

- 16GB or higher
- DDR4

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding-top: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-bottom: 5px;">**Graphics**

- Dedicated Graphics
- 4GB or more
- AMD Preferred

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding-top: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-bottom: 5px;">**Storage**

- 250GB SSD NVMe
- 6TB+ SATA HDD

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding-top: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-bottom: 5px;">**Connectivity**

- 1Gbit Ethernet
- USB 3.0

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding-top: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-bottom: 5px;">**Online**

- [System76](https://system76.com/desktops/meerkat/)
- [Newegg](https://www.newegg.com)
- [MicroCenter](https://www.microcenter.com/)
- [GreenPC](https://greenpc.shop/)
- [PCs For People](https://www.pcsforpeople.org/)
- [Dell Refurbished](https://www.dellrefurbished.com/)
- [HP Refurbished](https://www.hp.com/us-en/services/workforce-solutions/workforce-computing/renew-solutions/refurbished-hardware.html)
- other online marketplaces.

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</td><td style="border-width: 0px; padding-top: 5px; padding-right: 5px; padding-bottom: 5px;">**In-Store**

- [BestBuy](https://www.bestbuy.com/)

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