Ceiling server

Ceiling Server
The idea for a Ceiling mounted server originated on the Facepunchstudios.com forums (http://forums.facepunchstudios.com/showthread.php?t=520673)



The aim of a ceiling mounted server
Ceiling mounted servers are normally used to host a hidden game server or website on a school or other 3rd-party network without consent. They are run remotely using VNC or Remote Desktop. The reason people run ceiling servers is to save their Internet bandwidth, leeching off school network's allocation.

There´s also another goal with the ceiling server, Uptime. Since the power in schools is likely never turned off, it makes a perfect place to situate a ceiling server.

Software
The original Ceiling server was intended for running game servers, However any server software can be ran such as Apache web server and an FTP server. Due to the inaccessibility of ceiling servers, Remote desktop servers such as VNC or Windows remote desktop are a must.

Hardware
Ceiling server hardware consists of mostly outdated parts for a couple of reasons; Cost, Heat and replacability. Due to the nature of ceiling servers using expensive hardware is not wise. (See problems) Depending on the location of the ceiling server, It may be necessary to use fanless components to avoid detection. The original ceiling server's specs where:

Later, extra hardware was added such as multiple network cards for setting up a wireless access point and a microphone.

Locations for Ceiling Servers
Most Ceiling Servers are hidden in a roof or ceiling. They must be near a power source of some sort, and a network port/Internet connection. An alternative solution could be to connect via a wireless usb/pci card though this would prove unreliable.