Best Homelab Server Setup for 2025 [Switches, Servers & Storage]

My Homelab Gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techwithemilio Dive into the essentials of building a powerful homelab in 2025! This comprehensive guide breaks down the core components of a home network setup, from firewalls and routers to choosing WiFi vs. Ethernet, configuring pfSense for robust security, selecting the right switches, picking servers and software, and exploring storage options like NAS and SAN. Whether you're a beginner looking to self-host services, experiment with virtualization like Proxmox, or optimize for AI and cybersecurity, this video covers it all. Perfect for tech enthusiasts aiming for enterprise-grade performance at home. Subscribe for more homelab tips, builds, and trending tech in 2025! FULL HomeLab Training Course - https://bit.ly/homelab101 ➤ My NAS | Synology DS1621+ - https://amzn.to/3xUl5Wi ➤ My Networking | Ubiquiti - https://amzn.to/4nrX7pg ➤ My Mini PC | Zimablade - https://amzn.to/43IqSuZ ➤ My Hard Drives | WD 26TB - https://amzn.to/4onIlRR ✖️ https://x.com/emilio_tech 🎓 MY TRAINING COURSES 🎓 https://bit.ly/emilio-training My popular courses - ➤ Become an IT Manager - https://bit.ly/emilioaguero-techmanager ➤ Master Cybersecurity - https://bit.ly/emilioaguero-cyberexpert ➤ QNAP NAS Administration - https://bit.ly/emilioaguero-learnqnap ➤ Master the Synology NAS - https://bit.ly/LearnSynology ➤ Become a VMware Expert - https://bit.ly/vmware8training ➤ Learn Windows Server 2022 - https://bit.ly/server-2022 WHAT I USE - ➤ Intel NUC Mini PC - https://amzn.to/3VJuer9 ➤ Ubiquiti WiFi - https://amzn.to/3X0fR4x ➤ Raspberry Pi - https://amzn.to/3nsyShB ➤ Server Rack Mini | DeskPi - https://amzn.to/4nHpNLq ➤ Protectli Vault | Mini PC - https://amzn.to/3JmDD7N ➤ NAS 6-Bay | Synology DS1621+ - https://amzn.to/3xUl5Wi ➤ NAS Rack | QNAP Rack - https://amzn.to/44frTdb ➤ 34" Curved Wide Monitor - https://amzn.to/4aL6zyF ➤ Digital Camera | Sony A7C - https://amzn.to/3VVt4KB ➤ Shure SM7B Mic - https://amzn.to/3MjPRgc ➤ Speakers | Presonus XT - https://amzn.to/49XH2RH 👉 Full List of my Gear: https://www.amazon.com/shop/techwithemilio —————————————————— ABOUT ME: My name is Emilio Aguero and I’m a technology enthusiast from Melbourne Australia. I’ve been into computers ever since setting up my first pentium computer years ago. I love technology and make videos about all things tech every week. Would love it if you support my channel by subscribing and staying up to date with what I'm releasing! ⮕⮕ New Videos Sundays 2pm GMT ⬅⬅ —————————————————— Check Out My Other Channels - 🍜 Love Eating https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6D_GkD7Wshx3mpB2H536TQ Love My Mac https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHcTVjrd8y3TIH5ZC5sznUw 🚶Walking the Globe https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq3wfQeOYKkx9f0kXUwWuiQ 🔔 If you love tech, you don't want to miss the latest tech updates! Hit that subscribe and stay tuned for honest reviews, tech tutorials, and all tech insights. https://www.youtube.com/@TechWithEmilio/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 Stay Connected With Me. 👉 Twitter (X): https://x.com/emilio_tech 👉 Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilioaguero/ 👉 Website: https://www.emilioaguero.net/ 📩 For Business Inquiries: contact@emilioaguero.net Check Out My Other Channels - 🍜 Love Eating https://www.youtube.com/@EatingWithEmilio  Love My Mac https://www.youtube.com/@mactechwithemilio 🚶Walking the Globe https://www.youtube.com/@WeLikeWalking ============================= 🎬 Recommended Playlists 👉 IT Career vids - Tech People 101 https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX2PHIbcBY0Fx3u75khl6JDDNaLAFKY80 👉 Awesome Tech Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX2PHIbcBY0HxaJGnCEF_gC4aAUH70HpC 🎬 WATCH MY OTHER VIDEOS: 👉 How To Keep Your NAS Running Fast: Essential Monthly Tips https://youtu.be/fpE3UTr3CL4 👉 Top Most Asked Interview Questions For System Admins & Engineers 2025 https://youtu.be/um7cwOJQZp8 👉 Service Delivery Manager Vs IT Manager Explained – Key Differences & Skills https://youtu.be/v7MDVg3npS4 👉 Home Lab Servers: Big Rack Vs Small Desktop – Pros & Cons Explained https://youtu.be/kVSYefOVjTY 👉 Future Of IT Support: Key Role Changes And Trends In 2025 https://youtu.be/F9YugTFR-mo ============================= ----TIMESTAMPS---- 0:00 Intro 0:47 Firewall, Router 5:31 Wifi or Ethernet? 6:49 pfSense 7:40 Switches 9:36 Servers 14:11 Server Software 14:30 Storage, NAS, SAN 18:37 Wrapping Up ----TIMESTAMPS----