Prototype-Designs

Affordable Self-Hosted Solutions

System Operational
99% Uptime
Secure Access

Why Choose Prototype-Designs?

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One-Time Payment

From $350 starting price for servers. No monthly fees. No subscription traps. Own your infrastructure outright.

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Complete Privacy

Your data stays on your hardware. No third-party access. Enterprise-grade encryption built-in.

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Professional Engineering

Mechanical Engineer on staff. Professional CAD design, FEA analysis, and precision 3D printing services.

Fast Turnaround

Quick deployment for servers. 1-3 week turnaround for 3D design and printing projects.

Our Solutions

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Family Cloud Server

Available Now

Your own private cloud storage solution for the whole family. Enterprise-grade security meets affordable pricing. Access your photos, documents, and files from anywhere, securely.

Starting Price
From $350
Storage Options
16GB - 1TB
Access
Anywhere
Security
Zero Trust
Raspberry Pi 5 Docker Cloudflare HTTPS Self-Hosted

3D Design & Printing

Available

Professional 3D design services by a qualified Mechanical Engineer. From concept to physical product, we handle CAD modeling, engineering analysis, and precision 3D printing.

Design Services
CAD Pro
Credentials
Mech. Eng.
Printing
In-House
Turnaround
1-3 Weeks
CAD Modeling FEA Analysis 3D Printing Prototyping
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Custom Solutions

Available

Need something specific? We build custom self-hosted solutions tailored to your needs. From media servers to home automation, we've got you covered.

Starting Price
Custom
Timeline
2-4 Weeks
Consultation Design Deployment Support
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Stop Paying Monthly Fees

See how much you save with self-hosted infrastructure

Cloud Services

Recurring
$15-30 /month
  • ❌ Monthly subscription forever
  • ❌ Your data on their servers
  • ❌ Limited storage caps
  • ❌ $180-360 per year ongoing
  • ❌ Privacy concerns
  • ❌ Terms can change anytime
5 Year Cost: $900-1,800

Prototype-Designs

One-Time
From $350 one-time
  • ✅ Pay once, own forever
  • ✅ Your data on YOUR hardware
  • ✅ Storage: 16GB to 1TB options
  • ✅ ~$36/year electricity only
  • ✅ Complete privacy control
  • ✅ No terms to change
5 Year Cost (est.): From $530
Potential Savings: Up to $1,270 over 5 years vs cloud services*

*Based on comparison with typical cloud storage subscription costs. Actual savings vary by configuration.

Pricing & Configuration Details

Starting Price: From $350 AUD includes base Raspberry Pi 5 system with 16GB storage. Final pricing varies based on:

Operating Costs: Estimated electricity costs based on 5W continuous operation at average Australian electricity rates. Actual costs may vary by location and usage patterns. Domain registration (~$12/year) and internet connection required but not included.

3D Design & Printing: Custom quotes provided based on project complexity, material requirements, and design hours. Contact us for detailed pricing.

All prices in Australian Dollars (AUD). Prices subject to change. Full terms and conditions provided upon consultation.

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