Chapter 1: Introduction to My Homelab

I’m excited to share that my homelab setup is now complete—at least for the time being! I thought it would be fun to narrate this experience and I could really use your input.

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Here’s another angle:

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At present, I utilize this system for remote machine learning processes, and it has been performing exceptionally well. If you’re curious about the specifications, here’s a breakdown:

• GPU: GIGABYTE GeForce RTX 3090 GAMING OC 24GB ($801.50)
• CPU: AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D 4.4 GHz 140MB ($526.75)
• PSU: MSI MPG A1000G PCIE5 1000W ($234.50)
• Motherboard: MSI MAG B650 Tomahawk WIFI ($273.50)
• RAM: Kingston 32GB DDR5 6000MHz CL36 Fury ($152.38)
• SSD: Samsung 990 PRO M.2 NVMe SSD 2TB ($234.50)
• Cooler: Arctic Liquid Freezer II 360 ($107.41)
• Case: Streacom BC1 V2 ($246.50)

Now, I’m looking for your thoughts on how to elevate this project further.

Section 1.1: Storage Solutions

I have a strong aversion to subscription services, which seem to degrade over time. Take Netflix, for example, with its recent Household policy. Despite paying for multiple households, it rarely functions as intended. Similarly, my Google Drive is nearing its capacity:

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To enhance the lab, I’m considering either a NAS setup or expanding my older PC’s storage. Have you had any experience with this? What’s the most efficient configuration you’ve encountered?

Subsection 1.1.1: Cable Management

No need for concern! Cable sleeves and bands are on their way. While it may appear cluttered at the moment, soon it will look visually appealing!

Chapter 2: Video Insights

A brief overview of my homelab setup and its functionalities.

An in-depth look at what’s actually running in my homelab.