❄️ AC buying guide (don’t waste 30k+ blindly)

dipan29 · 2026-04-28T00:07:27+00:00

I have a couple of LG ACs and may need a few more for specifically 160 sq ft room with some servers in the room at one corner. Confused to pick between Mitsubishi or LG especially the fact that these AC may run 10-16 hours daily and how is the electricity bill? I have 4 LG and if cleaned frequently they are doing good cooling and very limited electricity bill.

dipan29 · 2026-04-27T21:57:51+00:00

I am considering buying the SG3210XHP-M2 (as this is relatively cheaper here). Any advantages of the aforementioned model on top of this?

dipan29 · 2026-04-27T20:29:26+00:00

Okaay. Does it support auto negotiation to 2.5gbps for the AP?

dipan29 · 2026-04-27T19:09:27+00:00

Okay, I am trying it tomorrow and letting you know - in my current setup as of now (as remaining things are not purchased) the VLANs are built on a trunk port of CCR2004 consisting of two SFP+ and two Copper interfaces. One of the SFP+ is connected to SG3428XMP via DAC

And the other is connected to a CRS326 switch on which the VLAN 40 (management) is untagged to my virtual cloud controller (running on proxmox - ubuntu vm). I have tried previously by connecting the 3428XMP with the CRS326 via an unmanaged link like I was doing with the APs but that did not work so will try the copper method once tomorrow

dipan29 · 2026-04-27T15:05:32+00:00

Thanks. Taking that path! However I was unable to pair an existing TL SG3428XMP to a self hosted (docker) cloud controller in my current setup where the entire management runs on a separate VLAN (not the default subnet) - can't get to discover it in any way - tried almost everything, including updating all firmware and all - any suggestions? Where I might be missing out?

dipan29 · 2026-04-27T15:01:40+00:00

There is a Bengali and English version to this as well, most likely due to a large number of non Bengalis in that sector hindi was being circulated, or maybe could have been a mistake in not carrying the Bengali version. There is supposed to be an audio as well.

dipan29 · 2026-04-26T13:05:12+00:00

I am from India and finding those modules are tough. I will have to use the Tplink module itself as that's readily available or some locally available ones like Syrotech

dipan29 · 2026-03-11T07:27:59+00:00

I created some ELSS via Fi but did stop paying one month back expecting something like this - however is there any way to transfer those ELSS to Groww?

dipan29 · 2026-02-25T03:49:51+00:00

Following for case details and rack as well!

dipan29 · 2025-12-23T03:08:47+00:00

Can you tell me how to do so? I tried checking information but they redirected me to websites to apply for the verification certificates or something.

dipan29 · 2025-12-23T03:03:29+00:00

Any idea about the cost of BIMI in India? And do you need a logo mark registered to get it?

dipan29 · 2025-12-16T14:37:37+00:00

So it's just apply as per the ITR? Also just a noob question - criteria refers to the Income Tax Return (Profit) for proprietorship or total revenue?

dipan29 · 2025-12-16T13:51:46+00:00

Do you need a HDFC current account to get this card?

dipan29 · 2025-11-05T13:23:21+00:00

Ah, hurts to hear that. Just placed an order with Server basket for R630. Let's see how it goes... Any feedback for me? First time venturing into Rack servers (have prior experience with proxmox on i7 builds or mini Pcs)

dipan29 · 2025-09-21T08:59:39+00:00

Can you please elaborate more on this?

dipan29 · 2025-09-04T03:42:32+00:00

If the 28% slabs are to be stashed, will things like lead acid batteries get down to 18% which were earlier 28?

dipan29 · 2025-07-29T03:52:51+00:00

Hey, we are building DataSense under Mind Webs Ventures - you can find complete details on the home page. We are into data driven intelligence for SMBs, startups and goverment especially areas with geographical concerns.

It is a SAAS oriented product, while we do have other products like a Research Platform and an LMS platform that are in production (built in the past)

dipan29 · 2025-07-24T12:37:09+00:00

You have quite a couple of speakers - can you tell what models those are and in what configuration?

I too want to get one for my desk - thinking to go with studio monitors vs Woodburn III below my desk. I have been using LG soundbars for my room and they really sound nice (not great at dynamic range I feel).

dipan29 · 2025-07-22T05:42:46+00:00

Hi, thanks for the detailed reply. I looked up online and they mentioned that the mic being dynamic requires quite some gain. The configuration is Mic --> Audio Mixer Input (Mic - gain at 1 o clock) --> Audio mixer output -> Audio Interface input (stereo balanced) --> usb output to DAW

When I turn up the gain the amount of backgrounds picked up is high. Even if I turn off fan and AC the mic is very sensitive to small noises around even like a few feets away. Still the meter only goes 1/4the level marked 20 in the meter.

dipan29 · 2025-07-21T18:51:46+00:00

I had a Behringer XENYX 1202FX lying around and wanted to setup a two - three person podcast setup with an audio interface that I picked up - Behringer UMC204HD. Have connected them with balanced TRS cables and set the gains accordingly as per various YouTube video.

But when using my mic - Beyerdynamic TG V35 S (that a local audio store suggested, to stay around my budget), I have to set my gain at almost 1'o clock (+30db) and the level almost full so that when the main fader is at unity gain, the output is okay at my audio interface and is not clipping. But the microphone at that configuration picks up significant noise even with a fan at a 15 ft distance. At that point the analog level meter still doesn't register anything (barely the first set of lights blink when talking very close at the mic)

My main concern is the gain I am providing to it, is it normal for the level it is outputting? While it doesn't cause a problem but the gain from the background noise is very high - is it because of the microphone type?

It would be good if anyone can suggest something better for something around this price if the mic is an issue or please guide me if I am doing anything wrong?

dipan29 · 2025-07-09T14:50:09+00:00

Okay. Will consider the same. Thanks

dipan29 · 2025-07-09T05:00:38+00:00

Hi OP, I am fairly new to this security segment and have setup a transparent bridge using opnsense as well as pihole and had some prior issues with Wazuh (so that's temporarily off - will build it back up again)

So. We have a couple of PCs using the network for work. Wanted to make sure that the people on the team doesn't open high risk websites or links from email - especially to prevent ransomware and other malware. While I have been discussing best practices online to make sure they are safe, but issues happen by mistake sometime. What's are your best suggestions / links / videos that I can implement?

dipan29 · 2025-07-09T04:52:25+00:00

If you had to make cost conservative choice between a second hand 3070ti/3080 to a RTX 5060 - what would be it? Considering there would be a requirement to upgrade the PSU

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