ToolchestWindows and Identity
AD stale computer cleanup report
A read-only Active Directory stale computer report for last logon, OU, operating system, enabled state, and cleanup planning.
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ToolchestWindows and Identity
All-DC lastLogon collector and stale-user evidence report
Collect non-replicated lastLogon values from every writable domain controller, calculate the newest observed logon per account, and export evidence suitable for stale-user or stale-computer cleanup decisions without relying on replicated lastLogonTimestamp alone.
ToolchestWindows and Identity
Authenticated Users drive ACL scanner
PowerShell scanner that checks fixed local drives on Windows servers for root ACL entries where Authenticated Users have broad access. Produces console and CSV evidence so admins can review exposure before any ACL changes.
ToolchestCloud and Containers
Azure Arc bulk onboarding CSV and logging starter
Reusable starter for Azure Arc onboarding waves using a host CSV, dry-run expectations, per-host logging, and repeatable result tracking suitable for tickets, change records, and post-wave reporting.
ToolchestCloud and Containers
Azure Arc onboarding preflight checklist
Preflight checklist for onboarding Windows servers to Azure Arc. Confirms supported OS state, outbound connectivity, proxy/TLS behavior, local admin rights, target Azure placement, tagging, pilot scope, and rollback notes before any agent install.
ToolchestPowerShell and Automation
Azure Update Manager compliance workbook starter
Starter template for an Azure Workbook plus Resource Graph evidence pack that shows patch compliance, pending updates, unsupported coverage, and patch-group drift across Azure and Arc-enabled machines.
ToolchestCloud and Containers
Azure Update Manager patch wave planning template
Operator-ready planning template for Azure Update Manager patch waves covering scope, maintenance windows, reboot tolerance, exclusions, soak periods, rollback contacts, and stop-go criteria before scheduled patching.
ToolchestStorage, Backup, and Data
Backup Restore Drill Evidence Checklist
A restore-drill evidence template for proving backups are usable, measuring recovery time, and turning failed assumptions into repair tasks before an outage.
DIY ProjectStorage, Backup, and Data
Build a Backup Verification Workflow for Hyper-V or Proxmox VMs with Scheduled Restore Checks
Build a backup verification workflow for Hyper-V or Proxmox so restores are tested before an outage forces the question.
DIY ProjectSelf-Hosting and Home Infrastructure
Build a Family Notification Hub with Home Assistant
A family notification hub that uses Home Assistant calendar triggers, quiet hours, and clear escalation rules for household reminders.
DIY ProjectSelf-Hosting and Home Infrastructure
Build a Home Assistant Starter Lab with Dashboards, Backups, and Room-by-Room Entity Organization
By following this guide, you will set up a Home Assistant lab that includes customizable dashboards, automated backups, and organized entities for each room in your home.
DIY ProjectNetworking and Remote Access
Build a Home Network Visibility Dashboard with ntopng, Syslog, and VLAN Traffic Summaries
Build a home network visibility dashboard with ntopng, syslog, and VLAN summaries for quick traffic checks.
DIY ProjectCloud and Containers
Build a Homelab CI Pipeline for Docker Services with Rollback Support
A practical setup for a Continuous Integration (CI) pipeline in your homelab that automatically deploys Docker services from GitHub repositories and includes rollback capabilities.
DIY ProjectSelf-Hosting and Home Infrastructure
Build a Lightweight Internal Git and Script Catalog with Gitea
A practical setup for a lightweight internal Git repository and script catalog using Gitea, a self-hosted Git service.
DIY ProjectMonitoring and Reporting
Build a Log Aggregation Starter Lab with Loki, Grafana, and Service-Specific Dashboards
Set up a starter log stack with Loki and Grafana so service logs land in one place and can be checked during incidents.
DIY ProjectSelf-Hosting and Home Infrastructure
Build a Media Utility Server with Jellyfin
A Jellyfin media utility server with metadata automation, storage hygiene checks, and a repeatable layout for home media libraries.
DIY ProjectPowerShell and Automation
Build a Patch Compliance Reporting Workflow for Windows Devices Using PowerShell and Scheduled Scans
Build a Windows patch compliance reporting workflow with PowerShell, scheduled scans, CSV evidence, and rollback notes for the scheduled task and local script files.
DIY ProjectStorage, Backup, and Data
Build a Proxmox Backup Server Lab with Retention Policies and Monthly Recovery Drills
Build a Proxmox Backup Server lab with retention policy, backup job evidence, and a monthly restore drill so recovery confidence comes from tested restores.