Patrick from ServeTheHome with an update on some developments at the low end of the 10-gigabit Ethernet ecosystem:

* a new low(er) power Realtek chip which consumes 2-3 watts and only requires PCIe gen4 x1

* a couple small fanless #10GbE switches for $300 or less

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b3CTh1iqrGM

#10Gig #HomeLab #SelfHosting #ServeTheHome

ZimaBlade 7700 DIY NAS Kit

To me, a single board computer is defined not only by parts living on one circuit board, but with the added modifier that neither

https://interfacinglinux.com/2025/12/01/zimablade-7700-diy-nas-kit/

#10GIG #Jellyfin #NAS #OMV #REVIEW #ZimaBlade

💪 OpenWrt Two will be a higher-performance router with 10 Gigabit LAN and WiFi 7 support

https://liliputing.com/openwrt-two-will-be-a-higher-performance-router-with-10-gigabit-lan-and-wifi-7-support/

#hardware #linux #router #openwrt #10gig #wifi

My old #qnap 4disk #NAS has given up and decided to call it a day. Anyone want to recommend a replacement?

I want to retain the 4 3.5" sata disks, and add another 4 2.5" ssd's. Also looking for a #10gig link and enough performance to do it justice. I run #raid10 , and #ipv6