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Unraid Turns 20 – Big Updates, Big Savings, and the Unraid 7.2 beta Aug 04, 2025

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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 miss

Links & 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.1

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Unraid’s Almost 20—But First, Here's What Happened in June Jul 02, 2025

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Uncast – June 2025 Digest

In 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 7.1.4
Fixes for Wi-Fi networking, Docker IPs, and VM MAC assignments
Better mover behavior and improvements related to hard links

Watch the full June Digest episode on YouTube

Other 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 August
App of the Month: User Scripts Enhanced Plugin

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Behind the Code: 20 Years of Unraid Jun 28, 2025

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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 sales
The shift to a sustainable licensing model
Growing a fully remote team from the community
Building the upcoming public API
Improving onboarding and security
A brand-new backup system in the works
What’s next for the OS, the UI, and the distro base

Plus: We answer community questions and share behind-the-scenes clips from our latest team off-site.

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Hard Links, Router Security & the Wildest Stuff at Computex — Ed & Stefano Unleashed Jun 10, 2025

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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.
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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!

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Home Lab Wins, Vendor Lock-In Fails, and Tales from Japan May 03, 2025

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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 Trip
6:59 – Unraid 7.1: ZFS Imports, Wi-Fi Support
15:51 – Graphics Cards, DLSS4 & Gaming Talk
19:50 – Japan Tech Shopping & Cultural Reflections
43:38 – Synology Vendor Lock-In Discussion
52:53 – Farewell to Self-Hosted Podcast
55:01 – Jellyfin vs. Plex
1:07:52 – Smart Homes, The Last of Us +TV Chat (SPOILERS) & Viewer Q&A
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Get Started with Unraid in 15 minutes or less:
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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!

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Ed and Stefano Unleashed LIVE Apr 08, 2025

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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.

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Unraid March Madness Apr 04, 2025

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Mark your Calendars for Ed & Stefano Unleashed – Live Show This Saturday, April 5
Join 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 Launched
The 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 6.12.20
Try it out now and help shape the next release.

Beta 1 Blog

Beta 2 Blog

New LincStation NAS Platforms Powered by Unraid
Introducing the LincStation N2 and S1 — compact, powerful, and pre-configured to run Unraid. Now on Kickstarter with early bird discounts for a limited time.
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The Ultimate Energy-Efficient Unraid Build
We 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.
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Ed and Stefano Unleashed: The Big Premiere! Mar 09, 2025

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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!
Chapters
00:00 Introducing the Ed and Stefano Unleashed Show
02:59 The Journey into Unraid and Home Labs
05:49 The Evolution of Computing: From Windows to Linux
08:54 Graphics Card Launches and Market Trends
11:49 The Future of Quantum Computing
24:09 Innovations in Payment Systems and Technology
27:05 Exploring Home Lab Setups and Projects
31:53 Exploring Old Tech and Unraid's Performance
36:19 Unraid Roadmap and Intel GPUs
41:11 Gaming Laptops vs. Apple Silicon
43:59 Hard Drive Shopping and Counterfeit Concerns
49:46 The Rise of Counterfeit USB Drives
56:19 Testing Flash Drives and Community Engagement
01:03:03 The Quest for the Perfect USB Hub
01:04:30 Container Showdown: Plex vs. Jellyfin
01:12:39 The Rise of AI: Opportunities and Concerns
01:26:32 Confessions of Self-Hosting: The Dumbest Setups
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Unraid February Digest 2025 Mar 07, 2025

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‪@SPXLabs‬ is back for another addition of the Unraid Digest for February 20205 with updates on:

Unraid 7.0.1
Unraid Connect API & Notification System Overhaul
Big News re: ‪@SpaceinvaderOne‬ joining the Unraid team full time!
And much, much more here: https://newsletter.unraid.net/p/unraid-february-digest-b1b7

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Unraid 7 Full Walkthrough & New Features Breakdown Feb 20, 2025

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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!

📌 Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:50 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 settings
49:12 New Unraid 7 Docker and VM features
1:11:55 Next video tease
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