Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and ti…
The IT Business Podcast is a show for MSPs (Managed Service Providers) and IT Professionals providing business network support and managed services. Each episode delivers products, stories, and tips that help the MSP and IT Pro run the business better, smarter, and faster, covering everything from pricing and packaging to operations, tools, and service delivery. You’ll hear candid conversations with working MSP owners, system admins, vendors, and industry leaders who share what’s actually working in the field, including hard lessons, success stories, and the occasional “what not to do.” Topics regularly include managed services best practices, cybersecurity and compliance, Microsoft 365 and cloud, automation and documentation, vendor selection and stack building, plus the day-to-day realities of running a modern IT business. Hosted by longtime IT business owner and podcaster Marvin “Uncle Marv” Bee, the show blends real talk, practical advice, and a lighthearted tone so the MSP and IT Pro behind the network can learn, laugh, and get better every week.
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July 20, 2023

542 Do You Build Custom Servers?

542 Do You Build Custom Servers?
Uncle Marv's IT Business Podcast (Products, stories, and tips for the MSP and IT Professional)
542 Do You Build Custom Servers?

In this episode of the IT Business Podcast, host Marvin Bee takes a break from interviews and shares some stories and tips. He discusses using the NetAlly AirCheck G3 Wireless Analyzer to troubleshoot Wi-Fi networks during a client visit. He also talks about building custom servers for a major network upgrade project, comparing the cost and benefits of doing it yourself versus buying from established vendors like HP, Dell, or Lenovo.

Highlights:

  1. Marvin highlights the NetAlly AirCheck G3 Wireless Analyzer, a versatile tool for testing and analyzing Wi-Fi networks, and shares a real-world use case during a client visit.
  2. He talks about his experience in building custom servers for a major network upgrade project and compares the cost and convenience of doing so with established vendors like HP, Dell, and Lenovo.
  3. Marvin seeks advice from the community on installing Hyper-V for the first time and asks for tips and gotchas to look out for during the process.
  4. The podcast also promotes TechCon Unplugged, an upcoming event for IT professionals to gather and share knowledge.
  5. Lastly, Marvin mentions the possibility of attending DattoCon in Miami and discusses the benefits of visiting the Kaseya Center for a day trip.

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