Rain Cloud Apps: Build PHP Website on K8s-Based High-Availability Serverless Platform
This article presents a Kubernetes-based Rainyun Cloud Application (RCA) tutorial for deploying a PHP website, using Discuz! X3.5 and applicable to WordPress/Typecho. It covers project, database, and website creation, domain DNS CNAME setup, file upload and extraction, installation, cache updating, and HTTPS binding. RCA offers hourly billing, elastic scaling, self-healing, and a built-in app store.
Open-Source USB 10 Gbps Hub with 2.5 Gbps Ethernet & TF/SD Card Reader (VL822+RTL8156BG+GL3224)
An open-source USB-C dock integrates four 10Gbps USB-A ports, 2.5G Ethernet, and TF/SD readers using VL160, VL822, RTL8156BG, GL3224. It accepts 4-20V input, buck-boosts to 5.1V with up to 9.5A, supporting PD fast charging. Tests show USB read/write 969.65/912.65 MB/s, Ethernet 2089/2497 Mbps, card read 93.04 MB/s, efficiency up to 91.79%. Schematics, PCB files, and replication notes are provided.
Flarum Forum Setup Guide: Build a Community Forum from Scratch + Themes & Extensions Installation
This article presents a beginner-friendly guide to building a modern forum using Linux, Docker, 1Panel, and Flarum. It details steps from domain registration to server setup, Flarum installation, customization, extension installation, and enabling HTTPS. Readable for novices, it emphasizes Docker's role in rapid deployment without manual PHP configuration, and highlights Flarum's modern, mobile-friendly, extensible design.
Ultra7-265K & Gigabyte Z890M-AORUS-ELITE-WIFI7 Motherboard - Quick Unboxing Review
An unboxing review covers Intel Ultra7 265K (8P+12E, 5.5GHz), Gigabyte Z890M AORUS ELITE WIFI7 motherboard, and Asgard DDR5 6400MHz 64GB memory, purchased for ¥3,499 and ¥1,489. The board offers WiFi7, USB4, 2.5G LAN, and three M.2 slots. Benchmarks: Cinebench R23 2256 single/35187 multi; Geekbench 6 3184/21833; memory read 97.5, write 131.4, copy 101.9 GB/s. Power draw: 100W idle, 300W CPU stress, 500W full system with RTX 3070.
Dockcase Smart Display Magsafe SSD Enclosure Unboxing&Review, DSWC1R-3S, ProRes External Recording
The DOCKCASE DSWC1R-3S is a MagSafe-compatible M.2 SSD enclosure with dual USB-C ports, offering 10Gbps transfers and 100W PD pass-through charging. Its 1.54-inch LCD shows SSD health, speed, and temperature. Testing achieved ~980MB/s sequential reads, with effective heat dissipation. It enables direct iPhone 4K ProRes recording and concurrent device charging.
iKuai IK-Q3000 WiFi6 Wireless Router - Unboxing, Review, and Teardown
The iKuai IK-Q3000 is an AX3000 Wi-Fi 6 router (149 CNY) aimed at small offices and stores, supporting SD-WAN, multi-WAN, and flexible deployment modes. Performance tests showed 5GHz throughput of 964Mbps at 1m, 934Mbps through one wall, and 269Mbps through two walls; idle power consumption was about 3.5W. Teardown revealed an MT7981BA CPU, 512MB RAM, 128MB flash, and an MT7976CN RF chip with 3T3R for better coverage. This review offers practical data for evaluating the router’s speed, heat, hardware, and build quality.
Showcasing My Home Server Room & Cabinet | Share Your Setup Photos to Win Prizes!
The article shares a home network cabinet setup, listing hardware such as iKuai routers, 10G switches, a QNAP NAS, mini PC server, UPS, and multiple Wi-Fi access points. It describes wiring with Cat6a and fiber, plus an iKuai forum photo contest with prizes, offering readers equipment inspiration and contest participation details.
One-Click Halo Blog Deployment with 1Panel | Enterprise & Personal Website Setup Tutorial
This article provides a beginner-friendly tutorial for building a personal blog website using Linux, Docker, 1Panel, and Halo. It explains domain registration, cloud server purchase (Hong Kong server avoids ICP filing), 1Panel and Docker installation, Halo deployment, theme/plugin customization, and HTTPS/SSL setup. No programming skills are required. The solution is containerized and open-source, supports HTTPS, and with a theme change can also serve as a corporate website.
ACASIS TBU405Pro Thunderbolt 4/3 Enclosure + WD SN7100 1TB NVMe SSD: Unboxing Review and Teardown
The ACASIS TBU405Pro M1 Thunderbolt 4/3 M.2 enclosure paired with the WD SN7100 1TB SSD undergoes unboxing, teardown, and benchmarking. The dual-controller design (JHL7440 for Thunderbolt/USB4, RTL9210 for USB3) achieved sequential reads of 3164MB/s on a Mac mini via Thunderbolt and 974MB/s via USB 3.1. Notable features include a fan toggle, tool-free installation, and low thermals under load.
EG1164 High-Power Synchronous Rectification Boost Module Open Source with 97% Peak Efficiency
The article presents an open-source EG1164-based synchronous rectification boost converter module supporting 8–50V input, 8–60V adjustable output, and 219kHz switching. Test results show up to 97.3% efficiency and 287W output at 8A, with potential beyond 300W. It includes schematic, PCB layout, ripple measurements, and component purchasing guidance.