The preferred way to grant individual (or group) permissions would be to add files under /etc/sudoers.d This separates local changes from the default policy and saves time in case the distribution sudoers file changes. To make the currently logged-in user a sudoer and sudo not prompt them for a password, use this will create a file called /etc/sudoers.d/$USER (where $USER is…
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Passthrough for HDD/SSD/Physical disks to VM on Proxmox VE(PVE)
1 Install lshw on PVE 1.1 Bring up the terminal from PVE directly or via SSH or by using “Shell” from PVE web GUI 1.2 Enter the following command to install lshw 2 Check & note down details about physical disks we want to passthrough 2.1 Using the following command We should use disk by…
IOMMU activation.
After finishing up my newest small factor and low power consumption NAS Server, because both my NUC and my NAS were now booting off a ZFS mirror SSD stripe, I had to go through extra hoops in order to activate IOMMU for PCI pass-through in Proxmox VMs. It really isn’t that hard and I’ll write…
Freezing Your PI
After purchasing a new Raspberry PI 4 (8GB), I wanted to ensure I’d get the full performance out of this little device. So what would be best to do than keeping it nice and cool? That’s right, a mini little cute fan that goes with it. I’ve done some research and found the best solution…
Mastering Netboot.xyz: Installation, Deployment, and Advanced Usage
I’ll start this with the following statement… I KNOW! Ventoy is a thing! Haha. Now that we got that out of the way, let’s proceed, shall we? Netboot.xyz emerges as a powerful solution, offering the ability to boot and install various systems directly from the network. I’d like to explore the intricacies of installing, deploying,…
NUC vs Raspberry Pi: Which Mini-PC is Right for You?
In recent years, mini-PCs have gained immense popularity due to their compact size, energy efficiency, and versatility. Two prominent contenders in this space are the Intel NUC (Next Unit of Computing) and the Raspberry Pi. Both offer unique advantages, but depending on your specific needs, one may be a better fit than the other. In…
Comprehensive Guide: Backing up Your Raspberry Pi Image and Data
The Raspberry Pi is a versatile and powerful single-board computer used for a wide range of projects. Whether you’re running a web server, a media centre, or a home automation system, it’s crucial to regularly back up your data and system image to safeguard against unforeseen events. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the…
Automating my Home lab with Ansible: Proxmox and Beyond
I will start with this – I am in NO way an Ansible expert nor do I present this as a tutorial. This is just a simple solution I found for my own home lab that I hope would be of use to others reading this 
In today’s rapidly evolving tech landscape, managing a…
Cleaning up your Linux OS.
Now if you’re like me, you’re bound to have a ton of VMs running with different Linux flavors and settings, but after some time, it tends to get cluttered and unnecessary data takes up all your allocated space for said Linux VM. I will show you a few easy tricks to help you clean up…
Mastering Virtual Machine Management
In today’s tech-centric world, virtual machines (VMs) have become an indispensable part of our daily operations. They allow us to create and manage multiple environments on a single physical machine, making them a powerful tool for developers, system administrators, and IT professionals alike. However, managing and keeping these virtual machines up to date can be…