How to backup and restore FreeNAS configuration
If you have a FreeNAS system you should definitely back up your configuration on regular basis, and everytime you make changes.It is an easy and fast process and it is…
Miscellaneous
How to fix connection problems on first-generation Xiaomi Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaner
Even if the first generation of the Xioami Mi Robot Vacuum Cleaner (Model SDJQR01RR) starting to be a few years old mine works just like new and is still in…
How to install and configure NextCloud plugin in FreeNAS 11.3
NextCoud is an Open-source cloud platform you can host yourself. It is like Dropbox, but can also do a lot more. But most important you have full control over your…
How to download high-quality music from Deezer
If you don't know what Deezer is, it is a french music streaming service just like Spotify and Tidal. It is free to use with ads and a lower sound…
How to install and configure Transmission plugin in FreeNAS 11.3
Transmission is a open source BitTorrent client that can be managed by it's web-interface.This application also have an official plugin in FreeNAS, that way you can download files directly from…
How to install and configure Plex Media Server plugin in FreeNAS 11.3
If you have a FreeNAS server where you store all your media this will be the perfect place to integrate a media streaming solution.Plex Media Server are probably the most…
My DIY wall project: Built-in screens and a charging station for multiple devices
The Idea This is really not a new project, in November 2018 I started to build a new kitchen. Before that I had a more open kitchen solution, but to…
My first DIY speaker cables
For a long time I have used a pair of Dali Blue Wave bi-wire cables from my power-amp to the speakers. This of course works great, even if neither my…
Making of a wall-mounted IP-camera monitor
As one of the Christmas gifts this year, I decided to build a framed wall-monitor to stream from a security camera at the family cabin.That is something you can't just…
Monitoring VMware ESXi in Home-Assistant with PowerShell
Even if Home-Assistant primarily is a home-automation platform, it can have many other use cases.One is to use Home-Assistant to monitor servers and other IT stuff in the house, it…