…The setup was straightforward. For storage, I mounted a separate directory from my NAS onto the server. Then I used a Docker Compose stack via Portainer to deploy Immich alongside its dependencies…
…The setup was surprisingly painless. I pulled the Docker container, mapped my media directory, and had a working instance inside fifteen minutes. The first time I opened the web interface everything was…
…If a container on one of the Proxmox nodes stops, it's restarted. If a VM goes offline and doesn't reboot but is marked as required in my setup, a start…
…A test VM, throwaway container, or temporary Docker Compose stack should be clearly labeled as disposable from the start. If it proves useful, then it can be promoted into the regular setup…
…Or, if you’re anything like me, you can pair it with Proxmox and Docker integrations to create an all-in-one dashboard featuring entity cards of each platform. The TrueNAS integration…
…I have separate pages for Proxmox, Pi-hole, Home Assistant, Jellyfin, Uptime Kuma, and whatever I happened to spin up during a productive weekend. Each one is useful on its own, but…
…Once I stopped trying to force a traditional setup and leaned into containers, the whole project became much more workable. Once Docker is running, the Steam Deck starts acting like a real…
…The issue with pre-built NAS systems compared to a DIY setup is the end of life (EoL) date, which usually puts a halt to software updates outside of critical security patching…
…For example, in a Proxmox environment, using that gaming card for GPU passthrough lets a virtual machine claim it as if it were its own. That means a Windows gaming VM can…
…small NAS, a Docker host, or a Proxmox playground. It can grow into those roles without turning into a cable octopus. That changes the feel of the whole setup. With a Raspberry…