Breaking down complex technology into digestible content — from AI infrastructure and quantum computing to data center power and the future of storage.
BaseConfig is where complex technology gets explained. I cover everything from AI infrastructure and edge deployments to quantum computing's impact on security, the RAM crisis, and why your air cooling might be holding you back. Whether you're an engineer, architect, or just tech-curious — there's something here for you.
Data centers, power, cooling, fiber, and rack architecture
AI infrastructure, edge deployments, and ML operations
Quantum computing impact, information security, and future threats
CXL, molecular storage, RAM economics, and data persistence
Practical tools to help with infrastructure planning
Cisco Quantum-Safe
Like the optics compatibility matrix, but for post-quantum cryptography. A TMG-style grid plus the full Cisco Quantum-Safe roadmap, product announcements, shipping releases (PPK, hybrid KE, SKIP/QKD, ML-KEM, ML-DSA, secure boot), the standards/RFC catalog, and the CNSA 2.0 / NIST regulatory timeline. Every row cites a source.
Public-Sector Routing Refresh
Plan a State, Local & Education network refresh end-to-end — mandates, funding, routing design (MPLS, BGP EVPN, VXLAN, optical, multi-plane), a live topology, design validation, and a Cisco-aligned BOM with optics, starter configs, and a business case.
IT Failure Walkthroughs
Interactive, cinematic walkthroughs of significant IT outages. Scrub the timeline, watch the failure cascade, and read the verdict — built for screen capture and audience learning.
Cisco Secure AI Factory
Size GPU clusters, generate BOMs, and plan AI infrastructure for training and inference workloads on Cisco UCS.
Rack & Power Calculator
Calculate scalable units, power requirements, network devices, and costs for your server deployment.
VAST Data EBox
Compare drive options, calculate capacity requirements, and estimate pricing for VAST Data EBox on Cisco UCS.
Splunk ES Refresh Design
Turn a Splunk assessment (ingest, footprint, indexers) into a Cisco UCS + VAST SmartStore design — indexers, search heads, VAST capacity at 3:1 DRR, a same-platform BOM, and a current-vs-recommended gap analysis. Bare-metal by default.
Cisco UCS C-Series
Check NVMe drive compatibility, required cables, slot configs, and BIOS settings for C240 M6, C245 M6, and C240 M7.
Deep dives into the tech that matters
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