Themes: Data Ownership, Server
Status: 🌱
Tags: resource
This build is designed to be an affordable, entry-level home server with a simple but reliable backup solution. The hardware requirements are intentionally minimal, making it a good starting point for anyone new to self-hosting while still providing everything needed to build a dependable server.
- Server computer
- Primary computer (to remotely manage the server)
- Ethernet cable
- Internet router
- USB flash drive
- USB keyboard
- External monitor
- HDMI or Display Port cable (depending on the server computer)
- External storage
Back Matter
Next Step: Ubuntu Server Installation
Parent Page: Home Server Build Guide