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Managing your Homelab via PS4

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Introduction[edit | edit source]

PS4
PS4

With the introduction of HTML5-based clients for the ESXi host (and an equivalent vCenter client in the Fling stage) there's no longer the need to restrict your HomeLab management platform to a traditional computer with a flash-compatible browser installed. We have already had the suggestion of the Managing your Homelab via Xbox so I was curious if other consoles were up to the task.

Pros and Cons[edit | edit source]

Pros[edit | edit source]

  • You can manage your Virtual Environment on the big screen from the comfort of your armchair.
  • You have an excuse to move the PS4 to your man cave or where a large screen is available. Another excuse for a blu ray player(WAF)?!

Cons[edit | edit source]

  • Some functionality is currently limited- uploading files to datastores
  • Smaller members of the family or unknowing significant others may end up shutting down your lab


Costs[edit | edit source]

The PS4 is available from all major retailers, please check for current local pricing.

Use Cases[edit | edit source]

The platform is ideal for emergency reboots of local hosts and VMs or specifically VCSA if it has crashed. For example I may also check on my RDP or Citrix servers so I can access the lab via my iPad or work device.


Things to test[edit | edit source]

  • Bluetooth Keyboard and Mouse access
  • Console Access
  • Wii U Access?
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