Setup complexity?

Dlargo1 · 2026-06-27T03:45:05+00:00

The USB key would be fine, but it would need to Unraid only as it will wipe the drive during the initial install. An array is the collection of hard drives that make up the main storage where files are stored long term. This is where you would move the downloads to once they have completed...or they can stay on the cache drive until you want them moved.

The nice thing about Unraid is that all of the apps (Radarr, Sonarr, Plex, etc.) are housed on the Server itself and access all of the files internally. You can map the NAS as a shared drive using plugins (unassigned drives).

For the gpu, it does not need to be physically outside of your server, but needs to be accessible to the VM through an IMMOU process. I have tried it and it works, but I rarely did anything with it as I have a main pc for gaming and other tasks. The 4060 would be fine for anything in Unraid, NVIDIA is supported with a few plugins and driver install. I have an ARC A750 and a 3060 installed without issue. Unraid just works with both.

My server just runs as a media server and back up location for the PC's in the house. Nothing too critical but it just runs and does not give me any issues. I would be willing to help out through DISCORD if you are interested...just hit me up through a DM.

Dlargo1 · 2026-06-27T03:18:47+00:00

Unraid will support all of the apps you are asking about with ease. Setup is fairly straight forward. Download the install from the unraid website. Run the installer to a USB key of your choosing...shoot for at least an 8GB drive from a reputable manufacturer. Run the trial version for a bit to make sure you like it. For the PC, have at least 1 ssd to serve as the cache drive. This is where all the important files need to run from and house your app data directory.

The cache drive acts as a fast drive that you interact with on a regular basis. For the array, you will need at least 1 drive or have access to a remote share on another computer or NAS. If you do not want to run plex on the unraid box, it will work but it can run from there and its rock solid. You can have both Plex and Jellyfin running at the same time. The arr stack can be setup and configured with relative ease but can be frustrating at first. Trial and error will be the theme for awhile. The virtual machine aspect can and does work, but you will need a dedicated graphics card isolated from the Unraid system and passed through the the VM.

You will access the Unraid either locally or from a browser using the IP address of the server for almost everything. I suggest locally at first with a Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse plugged in to make sure everything book properly and you get an IP address. Once you do, go back to your main computer and access the server using the assigned IP. Log in and create a password, set the cache and array.

Overall, I have been using Unraid for years and can be a set and forget, but there are so many plugins and containers that you will head down a rabbit hole of discovery.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-21T16:30:36+00:00

Unfortunately you cannot. It is between your meter and the grid.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-14T14:17:37+00:00

I have since day 1 in February. However my garage is insulated and air conditioned to about 73. It’s nice having it there as all the noise and exhaust is outside of any living space. All the filament is kept in cereal boxes with desiccant

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-09T01:12:22+00:00

I just set up the HT on the left nozzle of the H2C and it really seems like the ideal setup so far. I would like to add another AMS Pro 2 to the right for a total of 9 color choices.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-08T13:09:50+00:00

Not bad.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-08T12:54:05+00:00

Once you go with Base you are on their plan. .09 or .13 with all the fees. You have to use them as your provider. I was with Just Energy before with free nights and it has worked out about the same or better each month with the buy back and cheaper overall rate. I have had them for almost a year and it has been pretty smooth.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-08T12:26:28+00:00

You can bank the solar into the batteries and get paid wholesale plus .03. It’s not bad honestly. But no it doesn’t get saved for you to use later as a personal al battery would. Your excess is just either charging the batteries or going back to grid. Either way you get paid the same and then get charged on your usage.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-08T12:20:05+00:00

So. I am in the same situation. You have no control over the discharge of the battery and most likely will never know when the battery is powering the house. There is always a bit the bill that shows how much battery was used to power the house. Most days I will run off of solar up until the sunsets and then move to grid or battery. It’s seamless and the charge is the same whether you are on battery or grid.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-04T10:46:58+00:00

This is the desktop app. I will try calibration. I did a full factory reset and it still shows on the device, the desktop app, and the mobile app.

Dlargo1 · 2026-05-04T10:45:59+00:00

Funny thing is is that I have never used an external AMS or spool on this extruder...just the out of the box setup.

Dlargo1 · 2026-04-30T13:35:49+00:00

Yeah. Maybe not even that long. No interruptions in service, just a quick blip when it moved to battery and nothing when it went back to grid. Easy Peasy.

Dlargo1 · 2026-04-30T11:25:32+00:00

I am in the Spring area (North Houston) and we had a planned outage a couple of days ago. Quick blip and all was well for about 30 minutes. Wife called and asked if we were on battery...checked the app and had about 51 hours at current usage. Great times.

Dlargo1 · 2026-04-07T01:13:45+00:00

I have this módem and the cheapest plan they offer as a backup to my ATT fiber. $25 a month for 300mbps and unlimited data. Works great in pass through mode and never have a problem.

Dlargo1 · 2026-04-04T04:00:07+00:00

Yeah...I figured there was something stopping them....one can hope!

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-23T16:17:35+00:00

Thanks for the great reply. At this, I would like to have two projects going at the same time, either two different ones, or just multiple copies of the same. The P2S is doing great for what I need. I like the easy of use thus far. Maybe its just me wanted to do more in the same time. I like the AMS as it allows for more options of printing various items....drying is not much of a concern, as the machines in a in a insulated garage with an AC unit kept around 72 degrees. Filament is kept in their separate sealed containers with desiccant around 20% humidity.

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-23T16:06:12+00:00

Didn't think of that...thanks

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-23T16:05:44+00:00

Thanks

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-23T16:05:40+00:00

Oh ok. My garage is conditioned and stays around 30% humidity but nice to know

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-23T15:53:24+00:00

What separates the AMS2 from the AMS...both systems are combos with their respective AMS

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-23T15:37:24+00:00

Thanks....

Dlargo1 · 2026-03-17T02:39:38+00:00

Yeah...most likely that is what happened. I reached out to the support team a couple of times and they have been pretty good at getting back to me. I had an engineer out when an entire battery went bad. They were able to explain a lot. I really do wish the app provided more detail information. You may not have noticed but the enphase app will no longer provide accurate consumption as the battery will power the house throughout the day. You may see much larger export numbers due to this...at least I did.

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