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The Uncast ShowUnraid 7.3.0 + BitLocker Backdoor & DeepSeek V4 Runs Locally | Ed & Stefano UnleashedUnraid 7.3.0 stable has landed with internal boot and TPM licensing, 7.2.7 keeps the older branch protected with backported fixes, and we drop a quiet tease about a possible change to what's running underneath the OS. From there it's a brutal month of wider security news including the YellowKey BitLocker situation, the Bambu Lab versus OrcaSlicer fight with Rossmann and @GamersNexus weighing in, the collapse of motherboard sales, DeepSeek V4 running locally, and the new wave of VPN-hostile legislation out of Utah and the EU.Episode Takeaways-Apprise lands as an official Unra...
2026-05-2756 minThe Uncast ShowLocal AI on Unraid - The Stuff Nobody Tells YouLocal AI on your Unraid server isn't just chatbots, it's image generation, music, voice cloning, photo recognition, automatic transcription, and so much more, all running on hardware you already own. But where do you even start? In this video I walk through the whole landscape of local AI for Unraid users. What it actually is, the two completely different types you can run, and what hardware you really need to get going. This isn't a setup guide. Think of it as your mental map of local AI, so when you do start installing things, you'll actually understand...
2026-05-2624 minThe Uncast ShowUnraid April 2026: X15 Server, 7.3 RC, SMB Plugin + MoreEverything that happened with Unraid in April 2026 in 6 minutes.This month: the X15 server is here, Unraid 7.3.0 hits RC, 7.2.5 lands for stable users, we spotlight the Custom SMB Shares plugin, and much more!X15 by 45HomeLab x Unraid: 15 bays, built from the ground up by both teams. Order yours: Specs:-Intel i7-14700 — 20 cores, 28 threads, integrated GPU handles hardware-accelerated transcoding with no discrete card needed-Gigabyte MW34-SP0 workstation board — Intel W680 chipset with ECC memory support, ASPEED AST2600 BMC for full IPMI remote management, 4x PCIe Gen4 M.2, 8x SA...
2026-05-0506 minThe Uncast ShowUnraid 7.3 NVMe Boot, 1st Official Server, + Supreme Court Saves the Internet | Ed&Stefano UnleashedIn the April episode of Ed & Stefano Unleashed, we're talking the Unraid 7.3 beta with internal NVMe boot, a huge 45 HomeLab partnership for the first official Unraid server, backup strategies and why most of us are doing them wrong, a Supreme Court ruling that could have broken the internet, compromised routers and supply chain security scares, Intel's new 32GB Arc GPUs for under $1,000, smart TVs shoving ads into HDMI switching, Meta's AI agent going rogue, and a Neuralink patient playing World of Warcraft with his mind.We kick things off with Unraid 7.3 Beta, which finally lets you boot from NVMe...
2026-04-171h 14The Uncast ShowUnraid March Digest 2026In this month's digest, Stefano walks through everything that shipped in March, including the @45HomeLabUnraid Signature Series announcement, Unraid 7.3 Beta updates, and what nearly 3,000 of you told us in the 2026 customer survey.Links mentioned in this video:45HomeLab +Unraid Signature SeriesUnraid 7.3.0 Beta7.3.0-beta.2 Release Notes2026 Customer Survey ResultsPrefer written? Subscribe to the Unraid Monthly Digest for about one email a month on all things Unraid.What will you build with Unraid?Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less...
2026-04-0605 minThe Uncast ShowRTX 5090 Power tips, Unraid Storage Done Right, + Huntarr Security Disaster | Ed&Stefano UnleashedIn the March episode of Ed & Stefano Unleashed, we're talking Unraid storage layouts done right, the Huntarr security disaster, vibe coding and whether AI-generated code can be trusted, NVIDIA's latest driver chaos, the Windows 12 subscription rumour, smart TVs secretly turning your home into a botnet, and the ongoing hardware shortage hitting RAM and hard drives alike. We kick things off with the new Unraid product portal, teases an upcoming local AI Uncast video, and reveals his new RTX 5090, which idles at just 7 watts. The community storage deep dive covers when to use XFS vs ZFS, why you s...
2026-03-121h 17The Uncast ShowUnraid February Digest 2026Hear all about what went down with Unraid in February 2026!Prefer to read this? Subscribe for one concise email per month!What will you build with Unraid? Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less.
2026-03-0204 minThe Uncast ShowLocal AI, Streaming Wars, and the OpenClaw | Ed & Stefano UnleashedIn the February episode of Ed & Stefano Unleashed, we cover a wide-ranging set of topics shaping the future of self-hosting, open source, and consumer technology. From new Unraid features and internal boot teasers to the rise of local AI workloads, this episode blends practical homelab insights with big-picture tech trends.Follow the channel on Spotify: Now with dual audio/video feeds! Ed and Stefano break down the ongoing Jellyfin vs Plex debate, explore how RAM shortages and GPU demand are impacting everything from AI to gaming, and take a close look at OpenClaw, an...
2026-02-131h 41The Uncast ShowAll things Unraid for January 2026 @SPXLabs is back to bring you all the main highlights for Unraid in January 2026 including:1. Unraid Internal Boot First Look2. The 2026 Unraid Customer Survey is here! Let us know your feedback in 5-10 minutes and score 20% off Unraid Merch for your troubles!3. Apprise-Go is Live! Learn More here.4. January App of the Month= Paperless NGX! Prefer written company/product updates?newsletter.unraid.netWhat will you build with Unraid? Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less.Send us a textOther Ways to Conn...
2026-02-0504 min
The Uncast ShowEd & Stefano Unleashed: A Year Of Unraid Upgrades, Open-Source Wins, Rising RAM Prices, And The Steam Machine RumorsWe kick off 2026 by revisiting the biggest Unraid 7 changes (native ZFS, optional Unraid array, UI refresh, built-in file manager, official API) and what actually matters in daily homelab use: foreign ZFS imports, VM snapshots, GPU acceleration, and where containers still win on efficiency as RAM prices climb.We also cover:HDMI 2.1 on Linux (what’s blocking it) + why DisplayPort may be the practical choiceRAM market chaos + counterfeit return headachesPlex transcoding comparison: P2000 vs iGPU vs Intel Arc + AV1 winsGitHub walking back a plan to charge for orchestrating self-hosted runnersA GPL enforcement case (Vizio) and what it co...
2026-01-071h 31
The Uncast ShowUnraid December DigestIn the final Unraid digest of 2025, @SPXLabs brings you everything that went down with Unraid in December 2025 and gives a peek at what's coming for Unraid in 2026!Also, don't miss the Unraid Year in Review for more details on what changed for Unraid and what's coming in the new year!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube
2026-01-0603 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid November Digest🎄 Holiday Deal Alert All Unraid merch is 15% off through December—perfect time to gear up or grab something for the Unraider in your life. 🆕 Unraid OS 7.2.1 Released The latest update to Unraid 7.2.1 is live and packed with fixes, refinements, and performance improvements. Check out what's new: https://unraid.net/blog/unraid-7-2-1✨ Brand-New Unraid Account + Checkout Experience We’ve fully rebuilt the Unraid account app and checkout flow to make license management, p...
2025-12-0802 min
The Uncast ShowEd & Stefano Unleashed: ISPs to Become Copyright Police? Google’s War on F-Droid, Red Hat BreachEd and Stefano are live to discuss the alarming Cox Supreme Court case that could turn ISPs into copyright police, a massive Red Hat breach, and why Google's new developer rules threaten F-Droid and software freedom.The episode kicks off with major security and privacy concerns, including the massive Red Hat GitLab breach that exposed data from 800 organisations, and Microsoft's strange new AI face recognition limits in OneDrive. Ed and Stefano also dive deep into the Cox Communications Supreme Court case, expressing serious concern that it could force ISPs to become copyright police and threaten the future...
2025-11-101h 31
The Uncast ShowUnraid 7.2 At A Glance + Cyber Weekend Sale Coming Soon!Unraid 7.2.0 Stable is out now! We briefly walk you through the major upgrades like:fully responsive WebGUIbuilt‑in open APIRAIDZ expansionBroader filesystem support including ext2/3/4, NTFS, and exFATLinks mentioned:Full release blog: https://unraid.net/blog/unraid-7-2-0Tour video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frtauLMO3-cCyber Weekend Sale starting Nov 28 – subscribe: https://newsletter.unraid.net/Prefer reading? Check out our October newsletter: https://newsletter.unraid.net/p/unraid-october-digest-a5c0Send us a textOther Ways to Conn...
2025-11-0306 min
Education | IT | N8NThe Easiest Way to Run n8n on Unraid (No Coding Needed!)👍 👍 👍 WATCH THIS NEXT – https://youtu.be/nhacNUxVcy4 👍 👍 👍
Tired of repetitive tasks? Let’s fix that. In this video, I’ll show you how to install and set up n8n on your Unraid server — the easiest way to bring powerful, no-code automation right to your homelab.
Whether you’re automating downloads, notifications, or custom workflows between your apps, n8n makes it simple — and you can host it yourself on Unraid for full control.
🧠 What you’ll learn:
• How to install n8n using Docker on Unraid
• Basic configuration and container setup
• How to access and use the...
2025-11-0123 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid 7.2 RC1 is Here! RAID-Z Expansion, New API, & More | September 2025 DigestWelcome 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-m...
2025-10-0604 min
The Uncast ShowIbracorp Meets Spaceinvader One: The Unraid OG Crossover InterviewThe Unraid Content Creator OGs unite in a a long-overdue chat about Unraid, content creation, real-world homelab security, rack tours, future video collabs, and more.Ramy shares how a personal need led him to Unraid and Docker, why the community pulled him back to YouTube, and what’s on deck for Ibracorp. We compare media server stacks (Plex vs Jellyfin vs Emby), talk reverse proxies vs. VPN-only access, walk through Ramy’s rack and Ed’s upcoming encrypted-array auto-unlock plugin, and swap practical security tips for Unraiders.We also announce upcoming Spaceinvader One × Ibracorp collabs—drop your...
2025-09-2447 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid Augustish Digest: 7.2 Beta Drops, 20 Years of Unraid, Ibracorp and more!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 integration...
2025-09-2103 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid 7.2, API Feature Bounties, and the AI Wild West - Ed and Stefano UnleashedEd and Stefano are back with a packed episode that covers everything from Unraid’s latest release to the unpredictable frontier of AI.Join the livestream on Youtube! The show kicks off with Unraid news: the 7.2 public beta introduces RAIDZ expansion, a fully responsive web GUI, and new file system support (ext2/3/4, NTFS, exFAT). They also spotlight the brand-new API Feature Bounty Program, designed to let the community build features and claim rewards. Along the way, Stefano shares how his sick week and late candles almost derailed him, whi...
2025-09-101h 25
The Uncast ShowUnraid Turns 20 – Big Updates, Big Savings, and the Unraid 7.2 betaThis 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 highli...
2025-08-0405 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid’s Almost 20—But First, Here's What Happened in JuneUncast – 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...
2025-07-0204 min
The Uncast ShowBehind the Code: 20 Years of UnraidIn 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 pub...
2025-06-281h 26
The Uncast ShowHard Links, Router Security & the Wildest Stuff at Computex — Ed & Stefano UnleashedIn 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 t...
2025-06-101h 17
The Uncast ShowHome Lab Wins, Vendor Lock-In Fails, and Tales from JapanIn 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 graphi...
2025-05-041h 36
The Uncast ShowEd and Stefano Unleashed LIVEIn 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 up...
2025-04-081h 00
The Uncast ShowUnraid March MadnessMark 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...
2025-04-0406 min
The Uncast ShowEd and Stefano Unleashed: The Big Premiere!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 Computing...
2025-03-091h 35
The Uncast ShowUnraid February Digest 2025 @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
2025-03-0704 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid 7 Full Walkthrough & New Features BreakdownGrab 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 x...
2025-02-201h 12
The Uncast ShowUnraid January DIgest: Optimize and Secure Your Server with Unraid 7We're back with our first monthly update for 2025! @SPXLabs is here breaking down all the latest news, including:Unraid 7 Stable Release: See what's new!Unraid 6.12.15 ReleaseA Coordinated Vulnerability Disclosure. All users are strongly encouraged to update to Unraid 7.0.0 or 6.12.15. Learn More New Unraid Patch Plugin: This official Unraid plugin will help protect your server by keeping the OS updated with the latest patches. Learn More:https://forums.unraid.net/topic/185560-unraid-patch-plugin/New E-Commerce Developer Hire! New Monthly App Spotlight: ZFS Master PluginAnd much more! Check it all out in written form...
2025-02-0606 min
That IT showUNRAID Awakens: Building the Ultimate Homelab - (Episode 105)Welcome to That IT Show! In today’s episode, we’re continuing our journey into the exciting world of home labs, and at the center of it all is UNRAID. We’ll explore how to set up the ultimate home lab, connecting UNRAID with Proxmox for the best of both worlds—flexibility, virtualization, and rock-solid storage. Whether you're a home lab beginner or a seasoned sysadmin, this episode has something for you. Buckle up as we awaken UNRAID and take your home lab to the next level!
2025-01-311h 09That IT showUNRAID Awakens: Building the Ultimate Homelab - (Episode 105)Welcome to That IT Show! In today’s episode, we’re continuing our journey into the exciting world of home labs, and at the center of it all is UNRAID. We’ll explore how to set up the ultimate home lab, connecting UNRAID with Proxmox for the best of both worlds—flexibility, virtualization, and rock-solid storage. Whether you're a home lab beginner or a seasoned sysadmin, this episode has something for you. Buckle up as we awaken UNRAID and take your home lab to the next level!
2025-01-311h 09
The Uncast ShowUnraid 7 + the Unraid 2024 Year in Review@SPXLabs is back to recap everything that happened at Unraid in 2024!Check out everything mentioned in this recap here.Breaking News: Unraid 7 Stable is out now!Cheers to an even better 2025!Send us a textOther Ways to Connect with the Uncast Show Uncast Show Website The Uncast Show on Youtube
2025-01-1504 min
The Uncast ShowUnraid December Digest 2024 + Unraid 7 is OUT NOWSanta's little helper @SPXLabs is here to bring you all of the December Unraid highlights! BREAKING: Unraid 7 Stable is out Now!1. Unraid OS 7.0.0-rc.2 was released and includes significant improvements to NFS Share handling, a fix for excessive flash drive activity, and other bug fixes. 2. We released the Ultimate Guide to Tailscale on Unraid. This comprehensive video tells you everything you need to know about integrating Tailscale into your Unraid life. Other great videos mentioned:Secure Easy Backups to a Friend’s ServerUnraid Server Build 2024 - Dedicated OBS Studio NDI Recorder NAS ist...
2025-01-1303 min