respectsyoutech Store New Concept Product: coreboot Home Computer AND / OR: Selfhosting Server (Keyboard Built In!) - you only need a monitor or television for screen 12GB RAM, i7-3520M CPU
This item is available, but temporarily offline - send message if interested
NOTICE: intended for advanced / experienced users (if intending to use as selfhosting server - recommending to advanced only because we want to ensure a good experience for you - of course).
Comes with installer disk - or you can install something else. Linux and networking experience strongly recommended for this listing (we have other very easy to use Linux computer options in shop - check it out)
Less experienced users can use this as basic more open source hardware Linux computer (VGA port required on television - monitor / television sold separately) can use this right on their teleision as a basic Linux computer set up! (basic guidance to help you set up as basic computer - experience required if wanting to use as selfhosting server, buyer will need more experience / study as we don't make much on this listing, but web offers many resources, for buyers with time to learn- want to ensure good experience).
ALSO: the included selfhosting server disk: it is up to the buyer to install if used as server & set this up - unfortunately, given the countless differences among sites, this listing does not include website building support - running a server can take time. Link to documentation will be shared. Up to buyer to set up to their unique needs. Please only buy as server if willing to do the research into your desired website (start installer disk provides easier to manage start - including web based admin after you install / set it up).
TIP: If a beginner, a basic Linux install could alternatively be provided (the server install disk does not include desktop - to save resources for selfhosting).
If buying as selfhosting server: this does NOT come preinstalled - installer disc provided as requires personal server / info to be entered during install by owner
Only the "simple television computer" comes with desktop (choose either server package kit, or simple television ready computer)
Please ask questions before purchase.
Offers unique server / computer form factor concept, that works well (using same to selfhost for 1yr now).
ANYONE CAN USE AS COMPUTER WITH COMPATIBLE TELEVISION OR MONITOR (YOUR OWN SELF SUPPLIED SCREEN ONLY NEEDS VGA PORT)
2 OPTIONS (CHOOSE 1): preinstalled desktop setup, OR: ask for buyer server package (server option includes hardware you need, but server requires buyer set up - example: buyer can build own website).
The "run as computer" option comes preinstalled / ready to use - that option comes set up / preinstalled Linux desktop home computer
HARDWARE UPGRADES POSSIBLE: COMPLETELY OPTIONAL, RUNS GREAT ALREADY
(MESSAGE US ON UPGRADES IF INTERESTED).
🤚 * * * IF CHOSEN AS SERVER OPTION: SERVER OPTION INTENDED FOR EXPERIENCED LINUX USERS (we provide this custom server hardware [connect to a home television or monitor for screen: this television or monitor NOT included - working / tested VGA cable IS included - attach to tv to get started right away!], you will need to build your own website, depending on desired result, building your own site may take time / research - installation disk provides easier than usual starting point, basic networking experienced required)
BONUS: functions as full fledged computer! Plug in VGA cable into television, and we will show you how easy it is to use this computer.
Less experienced users may like to buy this as a home computer, only thing needed is your home television (or computer monitor), one offering VGA cable input (we can share how - hardware is ready / set up ready for this).
* Only buy if you want as computer for television (ask any questions), or if using as selfhosting server: only intended for those comfortable setting up their server (selfhosting options installer DVD included, but experience strongly recommended - we want you to have a good experience, and that requires your willingness to learn / experiment - works as another linux server would - ask any questions you might have on what is possible).
Works great, benefiting buyers with the security / privacy advantage of selfhosting, while enhancing hardware transparency by running on coreboot hardware.
Custom built hardware: serves as open source coreboot hardware webserver and / or television based computer (television / monitor sold separately).
Example: after receiving your coreboot selfhosting server (host whatever you know how to / are willing to research to setup, or try out included installer DVD, for more efficient starting point)
If you have experience selfhosting, this is a great server (we include a DVD installer as option, but you can otherwise install anything else you like.)
WANT TO BUY / USE AS COMPUTER? YOU CAN!
After receiving, to use a screen, hook the included VGA cables between your respectsyoutech server, and VGA port carrying television or monitor, and power on the television. Further instructions supplied for basic powering on.
IMPORTANT: if intending to use this as a server, software setup on your end is currently required (and knowledge on setting up / installing Linux / servers for those using as server). Everyone has different needs, and this is why this is offered as a general purpose computer or server.
If inexperienced, makes a nice television based computer for anyone (does not need to run as server - run any compatible X86_64bit Linux operating system you decide to install.
NO BATTERY: COMES WITH POWER SUPPLY FOR OUTLET. This also allows us to ship faster Priority shipping.
You do not need battery for this: comes with fully capable power supply for wall outlet.
Battery can be installed if you have one or ask about upgrade options, but battery not included in listing price
SERVER INTENDED FOR EXPERIENCED LINUX USERS
(welcome to ask us questions, or see more beginner Linux friendly ready to run OS setup options on our shop)
Running this as television (for screen) as general purpose computer does not require same experience as selfhosting.
* Selfhosting requires you to learn / know basics of routing, firewall rules, and understanding what your ISP allows in port forwarding (for example). Not intended for those unfamiliar with these topics - you have been WARNED.
This does not come with a running website: that is for you to build. Comes with the pictured computer, and installation disk for a potentially more friendly set up.
BOOKMARK / WATCH THIS: pics of web mgmt option to come (installer disc included for reinstall as fresh option). While it comes with installer disc for easier web management, NOT intended for beginners unless you have patience, are willing to read online documentation, and havs a willingness to learn (did we mention some patience - some software set up / your home network changes required, but installer gives you much easier start).
Some experience with Linux / networking strongly recommended, but if patient + having willingness to teach yourself, friendlier than from scratch beginner ready options come on disc.
Did you know the most potential for securely hosting a website is from home, or another location you control the hardware 100%?
IMPORTANT: if hosting from home, you may need to open port forwarding for ports you wish accessible to the web. OR: you could set up this as a reverse end-to-end encryption overlay for your web applications (message us for details).
***We include DVD installer disc for easier to manage self hosting webserver operating system based on Debian (basic install can be included' but you may wish to install it more custom for yourself with included disc.
Tip: Some Linux experience recommended. Though you can read online documentation if patient, willing to learn.
Comes with everything you need (outside a willing hand to further configure it for your needs).
BENEFITS:
* much more private / secure than any rented webserver space / cloud (you have total control of hardware/security); potential hardware vulnerability / backdoor concerns REMOVED
* Runs open source coreboot BIOS hardware
* Packs 12GB RAM (you can upgrade this up to 16GB RAM)
* Installed / upgraded to i7-3520M CPU (plenty sufficient for delivering website / selfhosting sites)
* Power supply / cord included
* we have in house custom options (offered after purchase to protect original concepts)
Original closed source BIOS found on all computers / servers today has been REMOVED from hardware, and replaced with open source coreboot to enhance security and privacy of your server
Or manage using included web based management.
Some experience with hosting / Linux is very much recommended. As we want you to have a great experience.
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