A home server setup shows the value of access and backups
A low-cost OptiPlex desktop is being used as a built from hardware already on hand. A acts as the center for control and monitoring.
is handled through a , and services for photo storage, password storage, file syncing, and monitoring are also reachable as external websites. Backups for all systems and apps are created on a schedule, tested automatically, and then cleaned up automatically.
The hardware is an Intel i5-7500, 32 GB of memory, and an 8 TB storage drive. Planned upgrades include a for video transcoding and Frigate AI work, plus another 8 TB drive for backup redundancy.
Key points
- A cheap desktop runs many services from one machine.
- A is the main control and monitoring hub.
- is used for access from outside the home.
- Backups are created, tested, and deleted automatically on a schedule.
- Planned upgrades focus on video work and stronger backup redundancy.