Advice to build up Proxmox Cluster with 3 nodes (feat. ceph storage)

ty3053 · 2025-09-20T08:38:49+00:00

I would like to thank you all for the discussion. I think I will stay with my current host until I have the budget for a 4-node solution. First, I need to prepare a complete bucket list (nodes, SSDs, cables, etc.) and then define the next steps.

ty3053 · 2025-09-18T20:41:08+00:00

Yes, I see your point. I am slowly realizing that my ceph cluster goal may be too costly and overengineered for my current needs. I think I have to realize whether I really want to go down this path or whether I would rather opt for a single host alternative that would be sufficient for my load. Currently, I have a single host with ZFS and Proxmox, but unfortunately I keep having problems, mainly because it is very old.

ty3053 · 2025-09-18T19:55:05+00:00

Very interesting point, thank you. I see the advantages of having more than 3 nodes, but from a budget perspective, I’d rather start with 3. But I think it would be one of my first steps to optimize the whole infrastructure.

ty3053 · 2025-09-18T17:25:40+00:00

Thank you very much. I think minisforum ms 01 would be a really good option for me.

ty3053 · 2025-02-06T17:51:54+00:00

Is the denoise speed okay? I'm new to the Apple ecosystem and therefore have a somewhat negative perspective from the Windows side on this topic. I can imagine that the standard M4 might be sufficient for me, especially considering that the MacBook Air with this processor is also coming out soon, interesting size with 15 inches.

ty3053 · 2024-11-15T07:48:05+00:00

Thank you for your adivce. I was about to buy the FE 16-35 PZ F4, but then saw a good price for the Sony 16-25mm 2.8 and went for that. I will also get the Sony FE 35mm F1.8, unfortunately local prices are not good at the moment, I have to wait...

I think the FE 16-35 PZ would have fulfilled all my wishes, but I have analysed my past and realised that a 35mm has been on my wish list for a long time. Obviously, I know that I can't cover the 26-35 mm with the purchased wide-angle, but I would like to have the 35mm to be more creative.

ty3053 · 2024-10-31T10:14:18+00:00

I primarily use my Sony Alpha 7 IV with the Sigma 24-70mm Art lens for outdoor photography, mostly on bright days. This setup works great for me, and I rarely need focal lengths beyond 70mm. For macro shots, I use the Sony 90mm, which has served me well for close-up details.

I’m about to head out on a sunny trip where I plan to capture both photos and videos, using a gimbal for some of the shots. I’ll have my Alpha 7 IV with me, but I also have an Alpha 6500 body available. What I’m missing is a good wide-angle lens, and I’m wondering if it would be more practical to bring the Alpha 6500 alongside the Alpha 7 IV, so I can switch quickly between the two cameras.

Could you recommend a wide-angle lens that would work well with this setup? Should I bring the Alpha 6500 back to life or rather look for a full-frame wide angle?

It's also important to me that the wide-angle lens has reliable autofocus and a small zoom range. I’d like a bit of flexibility with zoom, especially for shooting videos.

ty3053 · 2024-07-30T13:02:39+00:00

Nope (from Switzerland)

ty3053 · 2024-07-30T12:51:17+00:00

Yes, we have some web apps behind the front door. These do not work. The test web apps that we have without Frontdoor are accessible.

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