Optimized Proxmox Backup: Local Windows Share & Backblaze

For an efficient Proxmox server backup setup, I plan to utilize four 500GB solid-state drives (SSDs) to ensure robust storage performance. I will configure a Windows share on my Windows 10 PC, which will host ISO files and backups. This approach allows me to offload backup storage from the Proxmox server itself, optimizing its available space. Additionally, all backups will be automatically synced to my Backblaze account, providing a reliable offsite backup solution. ...

July 16, 2022 · 1 min · 139 words · Chris Allen

Upgrading Proxmox with 4x 500GB SSDs and ZFS

Quick Update: New SSDs for Proxmox Server I’ve recently purchased four 500GB solid-state drives from Amazon, and I’m excited to integrate them into my Proxmox server setup. These drives will be configured with the ZFS file system, where two drives will be striped and mirrored, providing a robust and efficient storage solution. This setup will give me just under 1TB of total storage for Proxmox. In the future, I plan to expand this setup by adding more drives to my new Proxmox server. Additionally, I’m considering making a quick video tutorial on migrating my Proxmox server from its current case to a new 1U rackmount case. ...

July 12, 2022 · 1 min · 159 words · Chris Allen

Backup Challenges & Projects: Website and YouTube Updates

Backup Challenges and Upcoming Projects Lately, I’ve been dealing with some significant backup issues, which have unfortunately delayed my plans for the website and the next video in the Syncthing series for the Computer Hacking 101 channel. The backup problems have made it challenging to stay on top of my content creation schedule. Starting Tuesday, I’ll be back at work with my 8-to-5 contract job. This will limit my time to work on the website and YouTube channel, as my primary focus will be on this contract work. I need to prioritize this to provide for my family and to fund essential purchases for my YouTube projects. ...

July 2, 2022 · 2 min · 268 words · Chris Allen

Managing Back Pain and YouTube Projects: Updates & Plans

Struggling with Back Pain and Balancing Work and YouTube Projects Lately, I’ve been dealing with significant back pain, which has unfortunately slowed down my progress on my website and the creation of a new video on using Syncthing for Computer Hacking 101 websites. As I return to my 8 to 5 contract work starting Tuesday, my time for these projects will be limited. This contract work is essential for supporting my family and funding my YouTube channel. ...

July 2, 2022 · 1 min · 212 words · Chris Allen

switch from wordpress to hugo

Website Conversion and Updates I have recently converted my WordPress site to Hugo. There are still a few more changes and additions I plan to make. Additionally, I have started working on converting Computer Hacking 101 to Hugo as well. Upcoming Video Release I am planning to release a video on how to use Syncthing this week before returning to my 8 to 5 job contract work, which begins on July 5. Stay tuned for this informative video! ...

June 27, 2022 · 1 min · 113 words · Chris Allen