homelab

If you are curious about optimizing your home Wi-Fi with UniFi InnerSpace, this post explores my experience mapping coverage using the platform's floor plan tools. I discuss the software’s limitations in distinguishing between concrete and drywall structures, which led to inaccurate signal predictions that I validated using the WifiMan app. Ultimately, I explain how InnerSpace still provides valuable visibility into potential blind spots despite these initial discrepancies.

After using my custom-built AMD Ryzen 9 3900X workstation for 120 days, I share my positive experience with its zero-glitch stability and snappy performance. I also discuss a quick upgrade to 64 GB of RAM to better handle my heavy multitasking workload and reflect on whether I would have chosen different components today.

Drawing on my extensive history with Garmin devices, I share my impressions after 100 days of using the Fenix 6X Pro as an upgrade from my trusted Fenix 3 HR. I explore why I remained loyal to the Garmin ecosystem over competitors like Apple Watch, highlighting the new model’s robust features and seamless integration with accessories like the HRM-Run belt and Tempe sensor.

After two decades of loyal Synology use, I’m switching to the UGREEN NAS DXP6800 Pro due to their controversial push for proprietary drives and the limited performance of competitors like the Ubiquiti UNAS Pro. This post details my decision-making process, explaining why I finally left the Synology ecosystem and why the UGREEN device emerged as the superior alternative for my home networking needs.

I share my plan to upgrade my home office setup by integrating a new Alex cabinet for network gear ventilation and adding monitor arms to maximize workspace. Using a Dremel to modify IKEA furniture, I aim to improve both the functionality and ergonomics of my existing Karlby walnut desk while keeping costs down.