Meet the X15. 15 bays. ECC memory. 10GbE. Built for serious homelabbers. Jointly engineered with 45HomeLab and @Unraid and fully validated for Unraid OS. Every component is carefully selected, stress-tested, and built to work seamlessly together. So you can build faster, run smoother, and trust your system from day one. Quiet enough for your home. Powerful enough for anything you throw at it. Reserve yours today with a fully refundable $99 deposit. 👉 Learn more: unraid.net/45homelabxunraid?…

Thinking about upgrading your self-hosting setup? The X15 Signature Series delivers up to 480TB of storage, Unraid pre-installed, and a self-hosting experience built from the ground up for homelabbers and creators. Watch the full video to see what makes it different. 🚀 youtube.com/watch?v=eC9bOVhC… #45Drives #45HomeLab #Unraid #HomeLab #SelfHosting #DataStorage #ServerBuild #TechExplained #StorageSolutions #DataCenter #HomelabSetup

A compromised VS Code extension was live for only 18 minutes but the damage was massive. In the full video, we break down how the attack happened, how attackers gained access to thousands of GitHub repositories, what it means for developers, and why self-hosted Git platforms like Gitea, Forgejo, and GitLab CE are gaining momentum. Watch the full video 👇 youtube.com/watch?v=4OWhL1QQ… #CyberSecurity #GitHub #DevOps #SelfHosting #OpenSource #Homelab

🚨 SAVE THE DATE: CREATOR SUMMIT 2026 🚨 The 45Drives Creator Summit returns for its 4th year. Join creators, innovators, and technology leaders for three days of ideas, collaboration, and conversations shaping the future of AI, open source, enterprise technology, and digital creation. 📅 October 20–22, 2026 📍 The Skyline Center | Wilmington, NC We're building our biggest Creator Summit yet with more speakers, more hands-on experiences, and more opportunities to connect with the people driving innovation forward. Learn more: ow.ly/Q73e50ZaGaR #CreatorSummit2026 #45Drives #AI #OpenSource #TechCommunity #Innovation

After the Nx Console breach, many developers started asking the same question: "Should I self-host Git?" In this video, Zack Perry explains how attackers compromised GitHub through a poisoned VS Code extension, what data was exposed, and how to build your own Git platform using Gitea, Forgejo, or GitLab CE with Docker Compose. If you're a homelabber, this one's for you: ow.ly/LZcy50ZaEli #Homelab #SelfHosting #GitHub #Docker #CyberSecurity

The best homelab projects start with reliable hardware. That's why we built the X15 Signature Series for Unraid from the ground up. Every system ships with a lifetime Unraid license pre-installed, so you can spend less time configuring and more time building the server you actually want. Whether it's Plex, backups, Docker, VMs, or all of the above the X15 is ready. 🔗 Check out the X15: store.45homelab.com/products… #45HomeLab #Unraid #SelfHosted #HomeLab #NAS #Plex

We love seeing the different ways the community uses the 45HomeLab HL15. A big thanks to @Unified IT for featuring the HL15 in their latest video, How a Network Engineer Builds a NAS. From homelabs to serious storage projects, it's always exciting to see what people build with it. Check out the video here: youtube.com/watch?v=rwQS_s0n…

NetBird or Tailscale? The answer depends on what you're optimizing for. If you're managing SSH access across a large number of systems, Tailscale's built-in SSH workflow is hard to beat. It's simple, polished, and easy to deploy. If you're focused on stronger zero-trust controls, posture checks, and more granular policy management, NetBird has some compelling advantages especially for teams that want more control over their networking stack. In our latest video, we compare: 🔹 SSH access and workflows 🔹 Zero-trust access controls 🔹 WireGuard-based mesh networking 🔹 NAT traversal and remote connectivity 🔹 Subnet routing and exit nodes 🔹 DNS management 🔹 Self-hosted vs managed deployments Both are excellent tools, but the right choice comes down to your infrastructure, security requirements, and how much you want to manage yourself. Which one would you trust with your homelab or production environment? 🎥 Watch the full comparison below: ow.ly/Kr2P50Z8ZrB #NetBird #Tailscale #WireGuard #ZeroTrust #Homelab #SelfHosting #Linux #Networking #DevOps #SysAdmin

Built with feedback from the homelab community, this next-generation 5U server expands on our best-selling HL15 with more space, more flexibility, and more power. • 15 direct-wired 3.5" HDD bays • 8 dedicated 2.5" SATA SSD bays • E-ATX motherboard support • Clearance for large CPU coolers and full-size GPUs • Optimized airflow with Noctua fans • Designed, manufactured, and assembled in North America From AI workloads to media production and serious self-hosting, the HL15 Beast is ready: store.45homelab.com/configur… #HL15Beast #Homelab #SelfHosting #45Drives #StorageServer #NorthAmericaMade

What started as a homelab turned into a career. In our latest Self-Hosted Stories episode, Andrew from AMP Studios shares how self-hosting, Proxmox, Docker, Frigate, and a lot of curiosity helped him level up his IT skills. If you've ever spent a weekend breaking your server just to learn something new, this one's for you : youtube.com/watch?v=-vGwuhg1… What's running in your rack right now? 👇 #45Homelab #SelfHosting #Homelab #Proxmox #Docker #Linux

Discover the X15 Signature Series purpose-built for modern self-hosting. 🚀 Up to 480TB, Unraid pre-installed, and engineered for a seamless out-of-box experience. Explore the architecture, performance, and real-world use cases behind the build. Watch the full video for the complete breakdown : youtube.com/watch?v=eC9bOVhC… #45Drives #45HomeLab #Unraid #HomeLab #SelfHosting #DataStorage #ServerBuild #TechExplained #StorageSolutions #DataCenter #HomelabSetup

Tailscale vs. Headscale which VPN is actually better for your homelab? 🔐 We break down privacy, CGNAT, self-hosting, dashboards, pricing, WireGuard, and real-world setup differences so you can choose the right solution for your network. Plus: Headscale install walkthrough, Headplane dashboard setup, and alternatives like NetBird & ZeroTier. 👉 Watch the full video to learn more: youtube.com/watch?v=aj4SA6x8…

From self-hosted media and Home Assistant to business automation and privacy-first infrastructure Andrew Pealock turned his #45HomeLab HL8 into the ultimate open-source powerhouse. 🔧⚡ Powered by Proxmox, Jellyfin, MQTT, Pi-hole, and more, his setup proves that flexible, repairable, and scalable infrastructure doesn’t have to come from locked-down ecosystems. “Spend your money on a good chassis because that’s what’s going to take you years and years into the future.” Whether you're building a homelab, automating workflows, or taking control of your data, the HL8 was built for builders. 👉 Read the full story: 45homelab.com/customer-stori… #45HomeLab #HL8 #45Drives #SelfHosting #OpenSource #Proxmox #HomeAssistant #Jellyfin #Linux #Automation #Homelab #DataStorage #PrivacyFirst #TechCommunity #OpenSourceInfrastructure

Tailscale vs Headscale — which mesh VPN is actually right for your homelab? 🤔 In this video, we break down the real differences between the polished commercial experience of Tailscale and the fully self-hosted freedom of Headscale. We cover: ✅ Control plane vs data plane architecture ✅ WireGuard encryption, DERP relay & subnet routing ✅ Privacy, pricing & device limits ✅ Open-source benefits and feature gaps ✅ Which option makes the most sense for your setup Tailscale was founded in 2019 by ex-Google engineers and has grown into a full commercial platform with a dedicated security team. Headscale, on the other hand, started as a community-driven open-source reimplementation that gives homelab users complete control of their networking stack. So… should you trust the cloud convenience of Tailscale or self-host everything with Headscale? Watch the full video to find out 👇 youtube.com/watch?v=aj4SA6x8… #Homelab #SelfHosted #Tailscale #Headscale #WireGuard #Networking #CyberSecurity #OpenSource #DevOps #HomeServer

🔥 The X15 Signature Series — purpose-built for the ultimate Unraid experience. ✔️ Lifetime Unraid OS license pre-installed ✔️ Optimized hardware compatibility ✔️ Premium 16ga powder-coated steel construction ✔️ Direct wired architecture ✔️ Built & shipped from the USA and Canada No guesswork. No compromises. Just powerful, reliable storage ready from day one. store.45homelab.com/products… #Unraid #HomeLab #NAS #DataStorage #SelfHosted #45HomeLab #ServerBuild #TechSetup #HomelabCommunity

Your data deserves a home as professional as your work. 📂 The X15 Signature Series combines the legendary reliability of 45Drives hardware with the flexibility of Unraid. Whether it's media, backups, or VMs, the X15 handles it all with ease, and it’s officially available now! Join the Signature Series family today. 🔗 store.45homelab.com/products… #Unraid #HomeLab #TechGoals #SelfHosted #StorageSolutions

Trying to decide between Headscale and Tailscale for your homelab? We break down the differences between the two and explain why more self-hosters are starting to look at Headscale as an alternative. We go over setup, remote access, security, privacy, and overall ease of use so you can figure out which option makes the most sense for your home server setup. If you’re running a NAS, Linux server, Kubernetes cluster, or just want secure remote access to your homelab, this comparison should help. We also talk about the trade-offs between a fully managed service like Tailscale and the extra control that comes with self-hosting Headscale. Watch the full video to see which one is the better fit for your setup: youtube.com/watch?v=aj4SA6x8… #Headscale #Tailscale #Homelab #SelfHosting #VPN #Linux #HomeServer

Why settle for consumer hardware when you can have enterprise-grade power? The X15 Signature Series features: ✅ 15 Hot-swap bays ✅ Intel i7-14700 (20 Cores) ✅ Pre-installed Unraid OS ✅ Ultra-quiet cooling for home use General sales are now open. Secure your unit and transform your data management. 🔗 store.45homelab.com/products… #Unraid #TechNews #DataStorage #Workstation #ServerLife

🚨 The Signature Series X15 is Now Live in Our eStore 🚨 Designed from the ground up for a best-in-class Unraid experience, the X15 is purpose-built to get you up and running quickly without hardware compatibility concerns or complicated setup. Every X15 includes a lifetime Unraid OS license pre-installed, so you can start building, managing, and expanding your server right out of the box. Built with everything people expect from 45HomeLab: ✔️ Premium build quality ✔️ 16ga cold-rolled powder-coated steel ✔️ Clean, direct-wired architecture ✔️ Purpose-built reliability and performance Manufactured and shipped from both the U.S. and Canada 🇺🇸🇨🇦 The X15 is officially live check it out now : store.45homelab.com/products…

The 45Homelab X15 — a high-performance server built for serious home lab, media, and virtualization workloads. Powered by an Intel i7-14700 with 20 cores and 28 threads, the X15 delivers the compute needed for Plex transcoding, Docker containers, virtual machines, and large-scale storage workloads. Features include: • Intel i7-14700 CPU with integrated graphics • 16GB DDR4 ECC memory for improved stability • Dual 10GbE Intel X550-T2 networking • 1TB NVMe boot drive with Unraid pre-installed • Fully modular 1000W 80 Gold PSU • Expandable platform designed for future growth Whether you're building a Plex server, running VMs, managing backups, or creating the ultimate self-hosted environment, the X15 is optimized to deliver a seamless Unraid experience right out of the box. Learn more about the X15 Signature Series from 45Homelab:store.45homelab.com/products… #Unraid #HomeLab #NAS #Plex #Jellyfin #SelfHosting #Docker #Virtualization #Homelab #DataStorage #Linux #10GbE #ServerBuild

Enterprise hardware meets HomeLab flexibility. 🤝 The X15 Signature Series is officially live for general orders. 15 bays of storage potential, whisper-quiet operation, and the OS you love.