networking

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.

If you are tired of the reliability issues surrounding Ubiquiti’s Unifi Cloud Key hardware, you might want to consider switching to a self-hosted Docker container solution. After experiencing repeated failures with my aging Gen 1 device, I successfully migrated my network management to a Synology NAS running the jacobalberty/unifi container, which proved to be robust, faster, and significantly easier to backup.

If you are considering a managed UniFi ecosystem for your home network, this review details my experience upgrading to the UDM-Pro to consolidate my controller, firewall, and surveillance needs into a single 1U device. I share insights on the seamless setup process, the cost of adding a large drive for video storage, and the trade-offs between the new and legacy administrative interfaces.

Curious about upgrading from 1 GbE to a 10 GbE network backbone? I explore the costs and limitations of switching hardware before deciding to start small by installing a 10 Gigabit PCIe card in my Synology NAS. This approach allows me to test internal large file transfer speeds and features like Jumbo Frames without the high initial investment of a dedicated 10 GbE switch.