Our Server Room is a DISASTER...
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See what makes Gorgias different from other help desks at partner.gorgias.com Create your build at buildredux.com The server room at the new lab building is right in the middle of the office space and as such, needs some serious sound deadening. Today, we remedy that with inexpensive materials that anyone can DIY sound deaden with! Discuss on the forum: linustechtips.com Download the insulation holder model: printables.com Buy OSB 7/16" Sheathing Panels: lmg.gg Buy SONOpan Soundproofing Panels: lmg.gg Buy ROCKWOOL Safe 'n' Sound Insulation: lmg.gg Buy Black Duvetyne Fabric: geni.us Buy LePage PL Acousti-Seal: lmg.gg
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The video documents a comprehensive DIY overhaul of a loud server room located at Linus Tech Tips’ lab. It starts with a candid assessment of the current space, acknowledging that although the room looks chaotic, the machinery inside is remarkably well organized and functional. The host outlines the plan to dramatically improve acoustics with a frugal, do-it-yourself approach, targeting both sound absorption and sound reflections while keeping costs under a couple thousand dollars. A baseline measurement is performed to establish current noise levels across the spectrum, identifying a strong bass component around 120 Hz from the upstairs transformer and a relatively uniform white noise across other frequencies. The team then lays the groundwork by adding an OSB layer to simplify mounting and reduce wall irregularities before introducing a dense sound insulation material called Sonopan, which helps with reflections as well as sound transmission. They also introduce Rockwool safe and sound, a purpose-built interior wall insulation, and begin experimenting with custom insulation mounting plates to secure the material without shedding, while planning additional methods to minimize dust and vibrations. The narrative maintains a practical, budget-conscious tone, contrasting DIY solutions with professional options and emphasizing the importance of long-term durability and reusability of materials. By the end of the segment, the team demonstrates initial improvements and outlines next steps including better door seals and window treatments to further reduce noise leakage.
Topics · technology · diy · soundproofing · server room · maker culture
Questions answered
- What is the main objective of the project in this video?
- The main objective is to dramatically reduce noise and reflections in the server room using affordable, do-it-yourself materials and methods while keeping costs under a few thousand dollars.
- What materials are introduced for soundproofing in this update?
- The team uses OSB as a mounting base, Sonopan for dense sound insulation, Rockwool safe and sound for interior walls, and duvetine along with acoustic sealants to prevent shedding and seal gaps.
- How is the effectiveness of the soundproofing measured?
- Baseline sound measurements are taken across the spectrum, focusing on DBA and DBC metrics to evaluate overall noise and specific low-frequency rumble, with post-treatment comparisons to quantify improvements.
- What future improvements are planned?
- Plans include upgrading door seals, treating the window area more effectively, and adding rubber isolators to the transformer or mounting to curb vibrations further.