Blade-server, mainframe, ou pas?

I've been considering what I should get...should I get a blade server, mainframe, or just try to make my own custom computer?

Depending entirely on your own expertise ..........

Build your own is the ONLY way to go .................

If it F**ks up, remember, it was YOU who built it :D

Hmm...interesting. Would you know any resources on building a mainframe, and on building a blade server?

Oh Jeez .......
Now you're asking ..............

I feel safe on building for myself, and maybe for clients [PC only]
servers take this to a different level, in that you are building to a 24/7 runtime.

also they require a higher standard of kit, again because of their constant use.

I could only suggest search the archives here at AO, or maybe someone better equipped to respond will drop in.

But, just to throw it into the mix ?

IBM certainly do a damn fine TV advert for their blade technology.

not an advert here, just a link :
http://www-1.ibm.com/servers/eserver...more_info.html

What do you need? I'll build you one. It depend what you need..