I Built a Home Server Rack! (And How You Can Too)

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#Homelab #Tech #ThioJoe

[tristenr]

Always put the bottom screws in FIRST! If the rack equipment happens to fall you will save yourself equipment damage and having to find new rack tabs.

[VinceVDC]

You want the UPS on the bottom. Batteries are heavy!
If you put the PDU in the back the power cables are hidden.
Each item you "rack" adds rigidity to the cage.

[DimusTech]

Hey,
I work as an IT so I'm very familiar with that you did here...
First of all nice job!! next thing, it's too late to ask but would be interesting to see what would you choose to do for a much smaller space (for example I live in a pretty small and old apartment)
Couple of suggestions:
- You can mount the PDU at the back, that way all electrical cables are in the back anyway, it will actually be easier to reach and won't waste important space on front.
- Move the UPS plan to the bottom!! they are heavy, VERY heavy so it's easier and more stable to mount them at the bottom.
- if you have some spare money, think of getting a shelf on rails that you can open, it's more comfortable to manage later if needed.

[marduchok]

At this point, ThioJoe channel exists only because Joseph needs a legit way to deduct his taxes

[Porama]

I think you need to get Linus to drop it. then it will be complete.

[Misantor]

A few things to note. 1. Not all rack equipment is rated to be in non-enterprise space as shielding of EM fields varies. I am not saying you can't do this; I am saying to just be aware of the specs, UL warnings, etc. 2. Be sure to think about cooling and ventilation. A simple, but sometimes missed issue is just ensuring you don't have the fan output of one piece of equipment blowing on another. 3. Be sure your circuit can handle the equipment load. In a home/apartment that means knowing what else is on that circuit keeping in mind some outlets/fixtures could be in other rooms.

[fanxlinx]

Out of the rack builds I’ve seen on YouTube so far, I appreciate you showing your plan first before diving into bolting all things on without us seeing the thought process.

[mikegallegos]

Nice job and from experience I'd like to suggest no zip ties as the zip tie edges can cut/penetrate cable insulation.

Recommend using the velcro banding systems of which are many options from one cable to 50 and more and look for the velcro bands made for cables.

Enjoy your videos !
Thank you.

They snug and are secure and will not disturb cable integrity.

[yksw]

Nothing to say but the UPS and power supply: it always goes to the bottom! They can explode, catch fire, and weigh a lot. Bottom! 😊

[CharlesLScofieldJr]

You mentioned adding a UPS to the rack later on. I worked in data centers for around 13 years, because of the weight of UPS's we normally placed them near the bottom of the rack. This helped keep the center of gravity lower at a lower point. less chance of the rack tipping over. But then in data centers normally have raised floors and power is feed from under the floor.

[bornwisedistruction]

Damn this, first i was a console player then around 2006 I switched to PC and got hooked on upgrading the hell out of them finding more and more ways to gain speed and power then the lag in gaming then i got interested in solving that problem! Then I started buying expensive routers to solve the slow modem issues to now my interest shifts to building a solid back end for my network from wireless access points to building a untangle firewall with rules and managed and unmnaged switches. My god where does it end, I keep falling deeper and deeper down the rabbit hole and its addicting as all hell, but I love it! 😈

[ryanlillie]

Congrats on your turn around ThioJoe, you have come a long way since being a troll. I appreciate your videos these days! Proud of you as a fellow who has also turned around their life.

[kaede]

When you get the PSU you should put it at the bottom, batteries are pretty heavy.
I would buy another patch panel and fill it up with keystones. Sandwich the unifi switch between the patch panels and buy short patch cables. It will look way more professional, beside these items are pretty affordable comparing to the 500W poe switch from Ubiquiti.
Try buy those items in white or any color close to the switch.
The PDU.... if it doesn't have general switch on off on it you should put it in the back of the rack, that way you have more space.
And lastly if this setup is not permanent, you should consider putting some wheels under the rack for easy access and transport.

[jinan.es.]

I indeed did enjoy watching this video. Thanks Thio!

[_TbT_]

I know this is 6 months old. However:
1. UPS on the bottom.
2. Switch directly below patch panel. In this case patch panel between the two switches. Then you can use the REALLY short cables. No „cable management“ needed in this case. And it looks neat.
3. PSU at the BACK (as many have said).

[resslerj]

When you get the UPS you should put it on the very bottom because of how heavy they are.

[georgivelev]

That is not how you do it.
The proper way is calling Linus and he does it for you! :D

[dimlag]

You need to think again the UPS position for the future. Usually, UPS's are very heavy and the recommended position is at the bottom of the rack. This way you will balance the weight on the rack and It will not tip over.

[Jul-]

Pro tip: look for 19" audio equipment racks. Many of them look like actual home furniture with wood tabletops etc. and are usually not so easy to tip over.

[flflores]

This is a project I have in mind when when I am able to afford my own house.