Ive never built a server/nas before Ive always bought plug and play nas's what else do I need to buy to make this work?

There's a great site for NAS build infomation: https://www.serverbuilds.net. It has many examples of inexpensive builds and an active forum for questions.

What drives do you recommend to use in the hot swap bays?

The hot-swap bays were designed to fit any 3.5" or 2.5" SATA/SAS drives so we don't have any particular recommendations. Your choice should be based on what you'd like to do with the system. So for example, if you are building a NAS that is to be running 24/7, then you should choose drives that were designed for NAS duty. If you were looking to build a rendering or video editing system, then you should definitely choose the fastest drives you can afford.

What is the max drive size that can be used with sata interface ? I want to use 14Tb drives in this. Thanks

There are no limit to the drive capacity that you can use with CS381. However, you should double check to make sure your operating system and other hardware such as motherboard or SATA card can support 14TB drives.

Cs381b micro-atx: from the pictures, it looks like the two rear fans are wired into the chassis. are they removable? i'd rather install noctua fans.

They are. They are standard 120mm fans. They connect directly to your MOBO or fan controller card,

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SilverStone Technology CS381B Micro-ATX/Mini-DTX/Mini-Itx 8 Bay Hot Swap 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SAS-6G NAS Storage Case with 2X 120mm Dual Ball Bearing Fan, Black

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Brand
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Case Type
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Color
Black
Cooling Method
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Fan Size
12 centimeters
Item Weight
15.4 pounds

💾8 hot-swap bays for 2.5"/3.5" SAS/SATA drives

🔒Front panel & power button lock for secure access

❄️2x 120mm dual ball bearing fans for quiet airflow

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🚀 Elevate your server game with secure, cool, and dense storage power!

COMPACT YET VERSATILE - Designed for Micro-ATX motherboards with support for high-end graphics and RAID cards, fitting powerful setups into a sleek mini-tower footprint.
MAXIMIZE STORAGE DENSITY - Supports up to 8 SAS-12G/SATA-6G drives with hot-swap bays for seamless upgrades and maintenance without downtime.
PROFESSIONAL GRADE BUILD - Durable alloy steel chassis with modular fan rails and LED drive status indicators, engineered for the discerning sysadmin or home server enthusiast.
ROBUST SECURITY FEATURES - Front panel and power button locks prevent unauthorized access and accidental shutdowns, ensuring your data stays safe and your system stable.
OPTIMIZED COOLING PERFORMANCE - Equipped with dual 120mm low-noise ball bearing fans and room for a 240mm radiator to keep your CPU and drives running cool under pressure.

The SilverStone CS381B is a compact Mini-Tower NAS/server case designed for Micro-ATX motherboards, featuring 8 hot-swappable 2.5"/3.5" SAS-12G/SATA-6G drive bays, dual 120mm ball bearing fans, and front panel locks for enhanced security. It supports advanced cooling solutions including a 240mm radiator, making it ideal for high-performance home servers or small data centers where space, security, and reliability are paramount.

Specifications

ASIN	B07W8KC3PY
Antenna Location	NAS, Server, Data Center
Best Sellers Rank	#3,776 in Computer Cases
Brand	SilverStone
Case Type	Mini-Tower
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Micro ATX devices
Cooling Method	Air
Customer Reviews	3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (38)
Fan Size	12 centimeters
Global Trade Identification Number	00844761017361
Hard Disk Form Factor	3.5 inches
Internal Bays Quantity	8
Item Dimensions D x W x H	12.44"D x 8.86"W x 15.75"H
Item Type Name	CS381
Item Weight	15.4 pounds
Light Color	black
Manufacturer	Silverstone Technology
Mfr Part Number	Kensington lock on front panel for addit
Model Name	SST-CS381B
Model Number	CS381
Number of Fans	8
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	Hot Swap Functionality
Power Supply Mounting Type	Front Mount
Supported Motherboard	Micro ATX
Total USB 3.0 Ports	2
Total Usb Ports	2
UPC	844761017361
Warranty Description	1 Year Parts and Labor

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