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Unraid summer sale talk kicks things off before Ed and Stefano ask a simple but painful homelab question: if your main server died tomorrow, would you actually rebuild everything, or would you use it as a chance to clean house?From there, we get into backups, appdata cleanup, homelab creep, Docker Compose, low-power rebuilds, Anthropic Fable/Mythos restrictions, AI hype cycles, developers booby-trapping code against AI, SSD-based browser fingerprinting, another npm supply chain attack, Chrome Manifest V2, Brave, Pi-hole, Google AI search, SanDisk SSDs, internal boot, AI data centre memory pressure, and whether Claude should ever be allowed to SSH into your Unraid server.Episode TakeawaysUpcoming Unraid summer sale and store discountsIf your Unraid server died, what would you actually restore?Homelab creep, old appdata and why a rebuild can be usefulCommunity Apps versus Docker Compose for rebuilding servicesLow-power servers, local AI and the price of new workstation GPUsAnthropic Fable/Mythos restrictions and what they might meanAI hype cycles, GPT-2 comparisons and model safety marketingDevelopers hiding instructions in code to block AI scrapersWhy AI hallucinations can become self-reinforcingFROST, the browser attack that fingerprints activity through SSD timingRed Hat npm packages hit by a credential-stealing supply chain attackChrome Manifest V2, uBlock Origin Lite, Brave and Pi-holeGoogle AI search opt-outs and the “-AI” search trickSanDisk SSDs, DRAM concerns, USB boot, internal boot and SATA DOMsWhy letting Claude SSH into Unraid is probably a bad ideaA United flight turns around after a Bluetooth device is named “bomb”Chapters00:00 Welcome, Unraid summer sale and server disaster recovery00:56 If your Unraid server died tomorrow02:03 Pterodactyl, containers and what not to rebuild06:08 Backups, homelab creep and appdata cleanup10:01 Low-power rebuilds and RTX Pro Blackwell pricing11:32 Anthropic Fable/Mythos restrictions14:07 Anthropic IPO questions and AI regulation18:04 AI hype cycles, GPT-2 comparisons and AI credit cards22:13 Spark PCs, Mythos and local AI agent machines23:44 Developers booby-trap code against AI26:12 Ubuntu FIPS, missing knowledge and hallucination loops29:07 FROST, SSD fingerprinting from the browser32:57 Red Hat npm supply chain compromise37:39 Chrome Manifest V2 and ad blocking41:28 Firefox, Brave, Pi-hole and browser choices45:27 Riverside, Chrome-only services and browser lock-in49:15 Google AI search opt-outs and the “-AI” trick54:04 SanDisk SSDs and DRAM concerns56:55 Internal boot, USB boot and SATA DOMs1:02:14 SRAM, DRAM and AI data centre memory pressure1:06:06 Should Claude SSH into Unraid?1:10:18 Recovering broken VM XML and GPU passthrough1:11:04 United flight turns around over a Bluetooth device name1:15:18 Sign-offWhat will you build with Unraid? Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less.The hosts of Ed & Stefano Unleashed are passionate about home servers, open-source tech, and sometimes going off on tangents. The views and opinions expressed on the show are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the opinions, policies, or positions of Lime Technology, Inc. This show is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research, experiment responsibly, and not hold the hosts accountable for any questionable home lab decisions. Most importantly, enjoy the show!

Welcome to the September 2025 Unraid Digest! Stefano Partida walks through all the latest updates, including the release of Unraid 7.2 Release Candidate 1 7.2 is packed with new features, UI enhancements, and major under-the-hood improvements.🔹 Highlights this month:Unraid 7.2 RC1 now available — with a fully responsive web UIRAID-Z expansion — grow your ZFS pool one disk at a time without downtimeExpanded file system support (EXT, NTFS, exFAT)SSO + OIDC login with your Unraid.net accountVM improvements: virtual sound card emulation, multi-monitor supportNetworking upgrades: Docker IPv6 ULAs, Thunderbolt 4 auto-authorizationLinux USB Creator Tool now available!New Unraid API + community-driven bounty program for developers💡 Pro Tip: Always update your plugins (especially Unraid Connect & Nvidia drivers) before upgrading from Beta → RC to prevent conflicts.🎥 Bonus Content: Watch Ed & Stefano Unleashed — Live from Alabama! where the two reunite after two years to talk Unraid, homelabs, and what’s next.📰 Prefer reading? Check out the full September Unraid Digest Newsletter for a written recap.Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

August and September were massive months for Unraid! We celebrated our 20th Anniversary Birthday Bash with milestone events, community content, and big product updates. Here’s what went down:🎉 20th Anniversary HighlightsOur first-ever live 20th Anniversary eventA special anniversary video from Spaceinvader One (Ed)The launch of the brand-new Unraid Merch Store🖥️ Product Updates: Unraid OS 7.2 BetasUnraid OS 7.2.0-beta.2 and beta.3 introduced some of the biggest updates yet:A responsive WebGUI for mobile and multi-screen setupsA built-in Unraid API for automation and integrationsZFS RAIDZ pool expansion, letting you grow one disk at a timeNew filesystem support for Ext2, Ext3, Ext4, NTFS, and exFATSingle sign-on login with Google, Microsoft, and more🎥 Community ContentUnraid creators also kept the momentum going:IBRACORP returned with Unraid Zero to Hero, a new server tour, and other tutorialsSpaceinvader One and others shared guides on setup, backups, and advanced tipsSend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

This month , we’re celebrating 20 years of Unraid OS with new features, major community events, and a limited-time sale. From the launch of Unraid 7.2.0-beta.1 to our biggest giveaway ever, there’s a lot to unpack.In this episode: – The 20th Anniversary Sale: 20% off licenses, upgrades, and all merch – How to enter the Show Us Your Server competition – What’s new in Unraid 7.2.0-beta.1, including the mobile app, API, and Home Assistant integration – A look at the new ESP32-powered Unraid Monitor – Community highlights and forum threads you shouldn’t missLinks & Show Notes: – Merch Store → https://merch.unraid.net – Live Event RSVP → https://unraid.net/blog/20-days-of-unraid – Show Us Your Server → https://unraid.net/blog/show-us-your-server – Unraid 7.2.0-beta.1 Release → https://unraid.net/blog/unraid-7-2-0-beta.1Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

In this special episode of The Uncast Show, we go behind the scenes at Unraid as the platform approaches its 20th anniversary. Co-CEO Tiffany Jones and Director of API Platforms & Cloud Services, Eli Bosley join host Ed Rawlings for an honest and insightful conversation about how Unraid has evolved—from its humble beginnings in a garage to becoming a global platform powering homelabs, NAS systems, media servers, and virtual machines.We cover:Why Unraid moved away from hardware salesThe shift to a sustainable licensing modelGrowing a fully remote team from the communityBuilding the upcoming public APIImproving onboarding and securityA brand-new backup system in the worksWhat’s next for the OS, the UI, and the distro basePlus: We answer community questions and share behind-the-scenes clips from our latest team off-site.Subscribe to the Unraid Newsletter: https://newsletter.unraid.netLearn more about Unraid OS: https://unraid.netJoin the Community: https://forums.unraid.net https://discord.unraid.net/Follow Us: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@uncastshow Reddit: r/unRAIDSend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

In this May edition of Ed & Stefano Unleashed, join us for a jam-packed discussion covering everything from Unraid 7.1's biggest new features to the frustrations of vendor lock-in in the NAS world, and much, much more:Ed returns from Japan with tech stories, cultural insights, and a few surprises—including a deep dive into Japan’s electronics scene and safety culture.We break down Unraid 7.1 features for home lab tinkerers and what ZFS pool imports mean for power users.The gaming chat heats up as DLSS4 enters the spotlight—plus, Stefano shares why high-end graphics cards sometimes hurt more than help.We talk Jellyfin vs. Plex, the end of the Self-Hosted podcast, and why community trust matters more than ever in tech.Plus, personal updates, smart home debates, and a look at how the Unraid and home lab community continues to thrive.Chapters:0:00 – Intro & Ed’s Japan Trip6:59 – Unraid 7.1: ZFS Imports, Wi-Fi Support15:51 – Graphics Cards, DLSS4 & Gaming Talk19:50 – Japan Tech Shopping & Cultural Reflections43:38 – Synology Vendor Lock-In Discussion52:53 – Farewell to Self-Hosted Podcast55:01 – Jellyfin vs. Plex1:07:52 – Smart Homes, The Last of Us +TV Chat (SPOILERS) & Viewer Q&A What will you build with Unraid? Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less:https://unraid.net/getting-startedThe hosts of Ed & Stefano Unleashed are passionate about home servers, open-source tech, and sometimes going off on tangents. The views and opinions expressed on the show are solely those of the hosts and guests and do not reflect the opinions, policies, or positions of Lime Technology, Inc. This show is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to do their own research, experiment responsibly, and not hold the hosts accountable for any questionable home lab decisions. Most importantly, enjoy the show!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube