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# Project Overview - Bare Metal Homelab
In this overview, I will list the details of why I am utilizing 2 Lenovo ThinkCentre M700 Micro PCs pulled from a working corporate setting, wiping them clean and turning them into a hub of network configuration platforms. Where I build, document, and maintain the system(s) from scratch.
### Goals
* Build a deep understanding with hands-on application of Active Directory and Windows Server
* Practice MSP relevant skills not limited to AD migration, GPO management, and multi-client environments
* Deploy virtualization via proxmox to run simultaneous lab environments
* Simulate real network topologies using software like GNS3 and physical Cisco Hardware in cooperation with my other networking lab
* Implement security standards and monitoring including but not limited to a honeypot
* Build a deep understanding of integrating/implementing cloud infrastructure via Azure AD and Micrsoft 365 an more via VM
### Hardware Used
* 2x Lenovo ThinkCentre M700 Micro
* Model: 10HY002AUS
* Intel Core i5-6500T 2.50GHz (6th gen)
* Pulled from production\*
* Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V
* 16GB Memory DDR4 RAM
* Windows 10 Pro
* 20GB Virtual Memory
* Hyper-V pre-disabled (corporate use)
* 1x USB Media Installer
* 1x Monitor
* 1x Ethernet cable for future use (and a crossover incase)
### Documentation Philosphy
* I plan to document each and every step, as a way to retain memory, showcase mistakes and troubleshooting processes, and reflect how real IT work gets done.
### EXTRA
Please follow these links to other sites or places regarding me
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* [https://stefanpeele.com](https://stefanpeele.com/)
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