Set up a redundant zabbix proxy using keepalived.
Tag: linux
Apache2 reverse http proxy
I’m limited to one public IP address, but I have multiple web applications that I want to access remotely, without having to change the port numbers (and remember them). This is where a reverse proxy comes in. All http requests (it can do more than just http, but that’s all I’m using) are sent to…
network booting multiple raspberry pi’s
The project of the day: boot multiple raspberry pi’s from the network, with each their own OS. An additional requirement: it has to fit in with my existing pxe server. There’s a raspberry pi doc that explains pxe booting from a pi, and I’m using it as a reference (link). So let’s get to work….
debian automated pxe install + custom script after completing
Using PXE to install without a physical install media is pretty useful, but it can be completely automated using preseed files. The preseed file will contain the answers to all the prompts you receive during installation (usernames, passwords, packages, locale settings,…). At the end of the preseed file, you can insert your own script to…
Monitoring electricity usage with zabbix
As a first project, I’m monitoring the electricity consumption of my boiler. For this, I’m using Broadlink SP3s wifi Power plugs (the ‘s’ series have power monitor). They come with a simple app for both Android and iOS, which I used for the wifi config of the plugs. I’ll be using Zabbix to monitor the…