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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

Uncast – June 2025 DigestIn this month’s Uncast Digest, host Stefano recaps everything that went down in the Unraid world this June.We cover the latest stable releases—Unraid 7.1.3 and 7.1.4—featuring major improvements to networking, virtual machines, Docker, and storage.Highlights include:Why you should upgrade to 7.1.4Fixes for Wi-Fi networking, Docker IPs, and VM MAC assignmentsBetter mover behavior and improvements related to hard linksWatch the full June Digest episode on YouTubeOther Uncast Episodes You Shouldn’t Miss: • Unraid 7.1 Deep Dive → Watch Now • Behind-the-Scenes with Unraid’s co-CEO and API Director → Watch Now Plus:A sneak peek at Unraid’s 20th Anniversary coming in AugustApp of the Month: User Scripts Enhanced Plugin 💌 Want this in your inbox each month? Sign up for the Unraid NewsletterSend 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 episode, Ed and Stefano explore the real-world challenges of running tech YouTube channels—from the time commitment behind content creation to upcoming innovations on their platforms. They dig into technical topics like hard links, backup strategies, and the latest Unraid updates, while also addressing broader issues such as router security, changes to Microsoft Authenticator, and how AI is becoming part of everyday life.The discussion continues with a look at YouTube Premium’s impact on creators, new hardware innovations from Computex, the evolution of graphics cards, and the future of cooling solutions. They also reflect on the Mandela Effect, the expectations placed on open source software, and Plex’s controversial data policies—before wrapping up with thoughts on the direction of their podcast.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

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

In this LIVE episode, Ed and Stefano take a deep dive into the Unraid 7.10 Beta, unpacking exciting new features like built-in Wi-Fi support, ZFS pools, improved GPU management, and advanced dashboard customization. They discuss the importance of responsive web design for mobile access and how to manage multiple Unraid servers with custom tabs.The conversation shifts to media management, with updates on new containers and GPU performance testing. The hosts then tackle the frustrations of installing Windows 11 — from Microsoft account requirements to de-bloating tools that clean up the OS.They share personal experiences with GPU upgrades and transcoding challenges, before comparing Plex and Jellyfin as go-to media server solutions. The discussion expands into open-source AI developments, the buzz around the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, and plans for a trip to Japan.Rounding out the episode, Ed and Stefano highlight the latest Unraid updates, share their experiences with Nextcloud migration, and invite community feedback for future topics.Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

Mark your Calendars for Ed & Stefano Unleashed – Live Show This Saturday, April 5Join us at 9 AM CDT for a live episode of Ed & Stefano Unleashed — your go-to show for self-hosting talk, tech news, community Q&A, and plenty of fun.Watch it live or catch the replay!Unraid OS 7.1 Beta Series Has LaunchedThe Unraid 7.1 public beta brings major improvements for users across the board, including:-Wireless networking support (Wi-Fi)-VM enhancements: VirGL, QXL, and user-defined VM templates-Importing foreign ZFS pools-Intel Battlemage GPU support via Linux kernel 6.12.20Try it out now and help shape the next release.Beta 1 BlogBeta 2 BlogNew LincStation NAS Platforms Powered by UnraidIntroducing the LincStation N2 and S1 — compact, powerful, and pre-configured to run Unraid. Now on Kickstarter with early bird discounts for a limited time.KickstarterThe Ultimate Energy-Efficient Unraid BuildWe built a 90TB Unraid server that idles around 25 watts and costs less than $30/year to run. Ideal for 24/7 operation, it's proof you don't have to sacrifice performance for efficiency.Watch the buildRead the blogThanks for tuning in!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

Welcome to the premiere episode of Ed and Stefano Unleashed! 🚀 Your favorite homelab creators, Ed ‪@SpaceinvaderOne‬  and Stefano ‪@SPXLabs‬ are diving deep into the world of Unraid, self-hosting, AI, GPUs, gaming, and more—with unfiltered takes and plenty of laughs along the way.Join us live for the next show!Chapters00:00 Introducing the Ed and Stefano Unleashed Show02:59 The Journey into Unraid and Home Labs05:49 The Evolution of Computing: From Windows to Linux08:54 Graphics Card Launches and Market Trends11:49 The Future of Quantum Computing24:09 Innovations in Payment Systems and Technology27:05 Exploring Home Lab Setups and Projects31:53 Exploring Old Tech and Unraid's Performance36:19 Unraid Roadmap and Intel GPUs41:11 Gaming Laptops vs. Apple Silicon43:59 Hard Drive Shopping and Counterfeit Concerns49:46 The Rise of Counterfeit USB Drives56:19 Testing Flash Drives and Community Engagement01:03:03 The Quest for the Perfect USB Hub01:04:30 Container Showdown: Plex vs. Jellyfin01:12:39 The Rise of AI: Opportunities and Concerns01:26:32 Confessions of Self-Hosting: The Dumbest SetupsWhat will you build with Unraid? Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or lessSend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

 ‪@SPXLabs‬ is back for another addition of the Unraid Digest for February 20205 with updates on:Unraid 7.0.1Unraid Connect API & Notification System OverhaulBig News re: ‪@SpaceinvaderOne‬ joining the Unraid team full time!And much, much more here: https://newsletter.unraid.net/p/unraid-february-digest-b1b7 Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube

Grab yourself a coffee, tea, or beer 🍻 and get ready to dive deep into everything new in Unraid 7! This update brings massive changes, including no more mandatory Unraid array, ZFS improvements, a redesigned dashboard and other UI enhancements, and big upgrades to Docker & VM support! Whether you're upgrading or setting up fresh, this guide has you covered.Note: Portions of this guide are best viewed on Youtube!📌 Chapters00:00 Intro02:50 OS Upgrade Tips and Best Practices.06:00 ReiserFS is no more. Learn how to move to other file systems like xfs.08:10 Use mover to empty and move data so that disks can be reformatted.13:50 No 'Unraid Array' necessary now in version 7 -- perfect for SSD/NVMEs.19:10 A look at different ZFS RAID levels and what they all mean.24:25 Advantages of Compression in a Zpool.25:25 Unraid ZFS subpools, aka auxiliary vdevs: What they all mean and how to use them properly.35:30 Setting up a fresh install on Unraid 7 39:10 Unraid 7's brand new Dashboard, UI tweaks, and new settings49:12 New Unraid 7 Docker and VM features1:11:55 Next video tease🔗 Resources & Links:📥 Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less📖 Unraid Docs💬 Join the CommunitySend us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube