Mac Mini/Snow Leopard Server Question

[AxeManNY]

I'm pretty intrigued by the new Mac Mini Server and have a couple of questions that hopefully someone can input some insight. I'm currently using a Mini (1.8gig/1gig RAM) with a Drobro FW400 array to share my video collection. Two items I was wondering if a new Mac Mini w/SL server would help:

1. The Mini will not go to sleep if any computer is sharing the the Drobo volume. I have to manually disconnect any share on the Mini before it goes to sleep. This is a problem as the Drobo can get a bit hot as it's in an enclosed space.

2. If two or more workstations are sharing the Drobo, there is a bit of latency that causes Plex to pause.

 

[Intell]

My guess with number one is that the new Mini will behave the same way either using the Drobo or an internal shared drive.

Number 2, I will blame the network connection on this one. If the connection is wireless try making it a wired connection as those older Minis don't have N.

Lastly in my opinion you do not need to upgrade. What you have will work for years to come.