In this video we take a look at 10 tips to get started in a home lab in 2025. We look at what I think are the top ten tips and tricks to successfully spin up and use a home lab, including mini PCs, RAM, power backups, open source software, and much more!
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Introduction – 0:00
Mini PCs – 0:38
RAM – 2:10
Network adapter brand and drivers – 3:17
Network switch – 4:26
Storage – 5:30
Licensing – 6:43
Backps – 9:03
UPS power backup – 10:35
Open Source Software – 11:22
Documentation – 12:22