Upgrading the CPUs in an IBM System x3550 M4

Back in 2019, I needed a VMware host to replace my ancient HP Proliant ML350 G5. Something relatively modern, with room to expand. I also wanted something rack mount, as opposed to the ML350 tower format. After watching a few … Continue reading

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240V For the Home Lab

Author’s Note – let me begin this article by saying that I am not an electrician. I’m not an expert. I don’t recommend that anyone take what I have said here as instruction, advice, recommendation, or even truth. This is … Continue reading

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