#homelab
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How to Rename a Virtual Machine or LXC Container in Proxmox VE
Stuck with a VM called "test123" or a container Proxmox renamed for you after a clone? Here's how to rename both properly, and why a VM's name and a container's hostname aren't the same kind of thing.
How to Fix "Communication Failure (0)" in Proxmox VE (When the Web Interface Won't Load)
Proxmox VE's web interface throwing "Communication failure (0)" usually comes down to one of four things: a full disk, a crashed pveproxy, an expired certificate, or a blocked port. Here's how to find out which, fast.
Proxmox VE Storage Types Explained: Directory vs LVM vs ZFS vs Ceph (Which Should You Use?)
Proxmox VE offers eight different storage types and the Add Storage dropdown doesn't explain any of them. Here's what Directory, LVM-Thin, ZFS, NFS, and Ceph actually do, and how to pick the right one.
vzdump vs Proxmox Backup Server: Which Backup Method Should You Use in Proxmox VE?
vzdump ships free with every Proxmox VE install, but Proxmox Backup Server adds deduplication and integrity checks on top. Here's a practical, no-hype comparison to help you pick the backup method that actually fits your setup.
How to Restore a VM or LXC Container from a Backup in Proxmox VE (Step-by-Step Guide)
Learn how to restore a full VM or LXC container from a vzdump backup in Proxmox VE using the GUI, qmrestore, and pct restore, including live-restore and choosing a new VMID vs overwriting.
What Is LXC? A Beginner's Guide to Linux Containers in Proxmox VE
Curious what LXC actually is when you click 'CT' in Proxmox VE? Here's a plain-language look at how Linux containers achieve isolation without a full VM.
What Is ZFS in Proxmox VE? A Beginner's Guide to Its Built-In Storage System
ZFS shows up as an install option the moment you set up Proxmox VE, but what is it actually doing? Here's a plain-English look at pools, mirrors, RAIDZ, and the ARC cache.
How to Add a Second Network Interface to a Virtual Machine in Proxmox VE
Learn how to add a second NIC to a Proxmox VE virtual machine through the GUI, wire it to the right bridge, and get it actually working inside Linux and Windows guests.
How to Mount an SMB/CIFS Share as Storage in Proxmox VE
Got a Windows share or a NAS with SMB enabled? Here is how to add it as storage in Proxmox VE step by step, using both the web interface and the command line, plus the settings and errors that actually trip people up.
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