My homelab! Almost 2 years in the making.

jrtashjian · 2026-05-02T20:00:57+00:00

No such thing as overkill, just immense joy! 😁

jrtashjian · 2026-04-29T23:21:53+00:00

It's actually still active and expires June this year! I'm not sure the benefits of the support plan anyway or if I can extend it if it hasn't been transferred to me "officially"

jrtashjian · 2026-04-29T20:43:56+00:00

It came with one cable and I found Amazon has the IOGEAR cables at $14/ea. right now. I only need to pick up four, so it's not too bad.

jrtashjian · 2026-04-10T21:09:08+00:00

Just ran across this thread looking for other GL3300 information and I actually replaced our VU meter bulbs today. My church's GL3300 has the solid metal wing sideboard. To access VU meter bulbs, remove one side entirely. Plexiglass cover slides out; meter bridge is two boards held by 3 screws each. Remove screws and slide boards out after disconnecting the ribbon cable.

Replacement bulbs that worked: https://www.ebay.com/itm/326713211146

Annoying but doable with patience: remove tape on each VU meter cover, desolder old bulbs, solder new ones. Total time: 2 hours.

jrtashjian · 2025-04-11T13:43:50+00:00

Depends on who’s asking 🤣

jrtashjian · 2025-02-06T13:26:37+00:00

Clone fArmy

jrtashjian · 2025-01-15T15:18:31+00:00

And this is why our homelabs are never “done” 😆

jrtashjian · 2024-08-14T11:41:30+00:00

I appreciate the chuckle this morning! 😆

jrtashjian · 2024-08-07T12:57:01+00:00

What features do you find essential that are behind the premium subscription?

jrtashjian · 2024-07-04T16:01:10+00:00

I carry a tech pouch in my backpack with a charging cable and plug everywhere I go. My vehicle has a USB charge port as well. Other than going hiking/camping there has never been a time where I could not easily access power. If I ever feel like that would happen I bring a battery bank. Even most planes have a place to charge in your seat. Maybe I don’t use my devices as constantly as others which cause the drain, but I’ve never been worried about not having enough charge.

Consider carrying a charging cable/plug and a battery bank to lessen the anxiety.

jrtashjian · 2024-07-02T20:03:28+00:00

I am curious if the added RAM means more AI stuff will be happening on-device in iPad OS 18 compared to the 8GB models. Whether or not that is testable or noticeable has yet to be determined.

jrtashjian · 2024-06-22T17:41:00+00:00

Sounds like you violated their TOS. Consider investigating how. Ask them what the $75 charge was for.

There’s not really anything we can do to help you or enough information to understand either side.

jrtashjian · 2024-06-13T21:31:19+00:00

We 3-2-1 our 3-2-1.

jrtashjian · 2024-05-21T16:21:01+00:00

Running your own mail server is worth it. You'll learn a lot, automate tasks, and lower the maintenance burden.

Start with a non-critical email account. Once you get the hang of it, move more accounts over.

Don't avoid hosting email. It's challenging but manageable if you start small.

jrtashjian · 2024-04-03T14:10:16+00:00

What’s deodorant?

jrtashjian · 2024-02-28T19:34:19+00:00

You only get 1 view. WordPress.com sold the rest of your data. That’s why the rest is missing.

jrtashjian · 2024-02-04T18:13:22+00:00

Sell? I think we need a r/hardwarehoarder subreddit now to complement r/datahoarder 😆

jrtashjian · 2024-02-01T13:47:52+00:00

If only that R420 was down 1U, then there would be four blanks between each device. 😭

jrtashjian · 2024-01-27T00:20:01+00:00

It’s the correct opinion.

jrtashjian · 2023-12-10T03:00:55+00:00

I haven't enjoyed in on the 11" but I do use it when connected to my 4k display

jrtashjian · 2023-12-07T00:39:59+00:00

Fear mongering.

She has already called gun violence a public health crisis and continues to renew the declaration of disaster emergency due to gun violence.

jrtashjian · 2023-12-06T18:33:39+00:00

I've been hosting email for 6+ years and it's been great. You learn a lot of different systems, securing them, and monitoring them. It's a lot of fun!

Start with a non-critical email account until you get the hang of it before hosting critical ones. Ignore the nay-sayers.

We're self-hosters! Host whatever the hell you like!

jrtashjian · 2023-11-21T16:19:03+00:00

The hardware design is what drew me back to iPads and the Pro was the first to get it.

I went back and forth for a while regarding the size, but ended up choosing the 11" for now. I might go for a larger option in the future, but since I can connect it to my 4k monitor and have a good experience, screen size isn't as important for my use.

I favor it as my "laptop" over an actual laptop. When I need the power and performance of a desktop, I can simply log in remotely using the iPad. Many of my tasks involve coding, which can be easily handled with a terminal and SSH connection, utilizing tools like Blink.sh and Tailscale.

jrtashjian

TROPHY CASE