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My next steps are threefold: Replace the landline from Comcast with some VoiP solution (maybe Obi...still researching); Replace the Comcast modem (internet only) with a purchased one to get out from under the monthly rental; and implement a Pi-Hole for adblocking. At that point, I may want the...

:-) I guess I should have pointed out that I'm not running the controller software all the time for any network-related reason - the system hands off just fine without the controller running. However, logs aren't captured unless the controller software is running. I like to have full-time...

I apologize for taking so long to reply and update - as we all know, life just tends to get in the way. I finally got all my ethernet run for the gigabit backplane (backbone? Cat 6e cable) for the 3 access points....got everything hooked up and am REALLY happy with the results!!!! I also...

Thanks to everybody so far! Some really good information and great points. The Roku devices are sticks and therefore only wireless. Since it’s just me and my spouse, I don’t anticipate normal Roku usage to be more than two at a time, and 90% of the time it’s only one. Our current...

(Original post seems to be missing which is funny because I successfully edited it– it’s not listed in my profile) **** Updated with results in post #14 **** Looking for equipment opinions for home networking from you knowledgeable and experienced people. I’ve worked with home networking and...

@paperfist .. did you ever get the stand and tank set up?

As it looks like from the picture, the entire weight will be focused on the bolts (and glue) in the 4 corners. On my stand, I additionally added a 2x4 to the outside edge of the supports that ran from the top of the bottom frame to the bottom of the top frame - that directly supports the weight...

AWESOME SOURCE!!!! My go-to, and also covers fresh water systems!!!

I'm guessing that the 75 gallon tank you had back then had the plastic trim around the bottom...resulting in the total load being spread out along the bottom edges of the tank. Many of the stands (metal and wood) only supported the outside edge for this reason. In those cases (aquarium with...

I agree!!!! Keep in mind that wood compresses and you want the top to evenly compress over the entire surface - having the sides also support the tank means that support would compress differently (edge of plywood sides) than the top (face of plywood). That could lead to unanticipated stresses.

The primary purpose of the top piece of plywood is to ensure any kind of "racking" doesn't happen or the top of the stand (for the base of the tank) has no chance of becoming uneven. Keeping the top piece of plywood inside the side pieces of plywood potentially enables an uneven base for the...

Sorry...should have noted this - it's late. You may want to only use 1/2" plywood for the sides. The 2x6's and 2x4's will be carrying the structural weight - the 1/2" plywood is more than enough for added lateral structural support. That ensures the bulk weight of the tank is on the...

No expert here, but that should easily hold the weight. I would suggest to cover the top of the stand with the 3/4" plywood also - that will help in giving a flat surface for the tank and more even support. You don't want lateral stress on the tank due to an uneven cabinet surface. Sometimes...

Bow ranger with flame totem?

Thank you for the response. I wasn't quite clear with my question - I meant how would we (spouse and me) file rather than just me. If possible, I'd prefer for us to not have to file Married, Filing Separately" :)