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Users / Re: What is better Live DVD or the 2 CD's?

« on: October 03, 2007, 07:18:49 am »

I had a bad burn the first time I tried the dvd. (took me a damn long time to figure out.)

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Users / Re: What are you using for large storage?

« on: September 30, 2007, 06:50:11 pm »

I want the Ready NAS I just don't have the $1500.
I am leaning towards a Linksys/Cisco NSLU2. i already have a couple externals I could plug right into it.
I am still in the process of getting my network setting straight in LinuxMCE so its not seeing my WD Netcenter.( I wouldn't recommend the NetCenter I have had nothing but bad experiences with mine)

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Users / Re: What is better Live DVD or the 2 CD's?

« on: September 30, 2007, 06:44:41 pm »

I really like the DVD install. As stated above it is a lot faster. I wish there was a way to choose Core or core/hybrid. I also wish it gave you some say in the network setup. The cd install gives more control it just takes a LONG time.(for me at least it did)

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Users / Re: Use CORE for torrents??

« on: September 16, 2007, 05:53:24 pm »

I saw this on DIGG and LIFEHACKER recently. http://nerdica.com/?p=30
I am looking to do the same thing please post how you make out.

Regards,
Blair

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Users / Re: Can u Check my Network Diagram

« on: September 11, 2007, 06:50:23 am »

What about a standalone firewall between Fios Modem and LinuxMCE?
If so is there a reasonably priced one that would work? ($50)
Would it need gigabit LAN ports?

Regards,
Blair

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Users / Re: Can u Check my Network Diagram

« on: September 06, 2007, 11:08:35 pm »

I think this "healthy" debate/discussion has helped me a lot.

I still have to debate whether I want ease of use or security.  I am familiar with linux firewalls and have used Firestarter and the ip tables that comes standard on most distros.  QOS will be a concern w/ Xbox 360 - Voip - Media -plus other PC's all running at the same time. I need my Gears of War running as fast as I can get it on Live.

Thanks for all the good info.

Regards,
Blair


 

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Users / Re: Can u Check my Network Diagram

« on: September 05, 2007, 11:02:39 pm »

I am not really sure who to listen to here.
I am very good with computers, but I have never taken the time to learn about networking. I just know I want something between my PC's and the big bad internet and the router has worked well.

Regards,
Blair

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Users / Re: Can u Check my Network Diagram

« on: September 04, 2007, 07:29:04 am »

Thank you. That is a relief. I can't wait to get it started.

Best Regards,
Blair

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Users / Can u Check my Network Diagram

« on: September 03, 2007, 10:50:44 pm »

I will have the last of my major pieces delivered tomorrow. I just wanted to make sure I had it right.
This is what I have so far. I will probably be adding 1-2 more media directors. Plus adding a SIpura 3000 for VOIP to analog phones.
I am unsure if my wireless connections will get an IP address in this config. (I will turn the DCHP off on the FIOS wireless modem).
 

http://www.gliffy.com/publish/1277993/




Regards,
Blair

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Users / Re: New Budget System for Poor geek.

« on: September 01, 2007, 05:49:00 am »

Tech shopping is the only shopping I can stand.

I rely mostly on pricewatch - pricegrabber and google.
I use pricewatch to figure out my best price. I use pricegrabber to see if I can find a retailer I trust at the "best price". (I have had times pricegrabber didn't find the "best price".)

I use Newegg mostly since I normally get the best price and their shipping is FAST if it comes out of the NJ warehouse a little slower if its out of CA for me. I got a great open box deal on my mobo.

Amazon is normally pretty competitive, and it works out that its based out of my state.

I just got my Nokia 770 from Buy.com for $133.99. Shipping and price were both good.

I have had bad experiences with Zipzoomfly and Tigerdirect.

I have found some good deals on Ebay, but it is a lot of work. I just got a gyration remote that is similar to the fiire one for a lot cheaper than $149.
Ebay would be a good place to get a case - video card - older hardware - X-10 devices etc. Don't forget to read the auction a bunch of times so you are clear exactly what you are getting. Double check the sellers rating and recent feedback and payment types available.

Good Luck.

Regards,
Blair

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Compatible Products & Services / Re: Does it work with Creative Audigy Z2 platinum?

« on: September 01, 2007, 05:16:43 am »

I have used that card ITSELF with many Linux distributions without fail. Works fine. I never had any luck with the I/O panel that goes in the drive bay.
No experience with LinuxMCE. I would look for another solution. I am trying to find a spdif card myself at the moment.

Regards,
Blair

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Compatible Products & Services / Re: anyone got this running with ANY ATI card

« on: August 25, 2007, 07:47:10 pm »

I have Radeon 9200 working medium also.
Replacing my ATI card with the XFX 6200 since its low profile will work with my sff pc. I hadn't seen an low profile AGP that worth a dam before that.
I just bought the xfx 6200 (today) for $49 w/ a $10 mail in rebate.

Regards,
Blair

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Compatible Products & Services / Sound card with spdif for MD

« on: August 25, 2007, 04:21:04 pm »

I am looking for a sound card with spdif to connect to my onkyo receiver.
I have looked for a CL card such as Audigy but didn't see any that had toslink connector. I googled a bunch of cards I know of like the turtle beach cards, but couldn't tell if they worked 100% with ALSA. I know my old shuttle used to have spdif integrated that worked perfect with linux I justed needed to unmute the channel on the alsa mixer.
Anyone have a pci soundcard with spdif they are using,or could recommend?

Regards,
Blair

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Installation issues / Re: LinuxMCE = a Nightmare

« on: August 20, 2007, 02:26:45 am »

" I know better than you" mentality and if you you can´t make it work , then your are stupid !
um that just the zarec's attitude. he is a very helpful sod he just flames people for asking questions it's just a pity he is like one of the most active people on the forum. i'm sure if he spent his time being helpful and not RUDE this form would have more people participating

I don't think that is an accurate statement.
jsl61 posted flamebait and was treated accordingly. Act like a troll get treated like a troll.

If I was him I might have approached this different.
"My name is Jorgen. I am from <country of origin>. My English is not that great but I will do my best. I have stumbled across Linuxmce will roaming around the internet. I have had trouble with Linux projects in the past but I am willing to put in the effort to make it work. I have read/googled all the FAQ's and guides. I have a couple questions before I install. My Hardware is this -list 1. Motherboard 2. amount of ram 3. Vid card 4 anything else that might involve the install capture cards X-10 etc...I have read through the forum here and Mythtv and it looks like everything I have is supported. Are there any pitfalls i should be aware of? I am a little confused by the install process which ISO's do I need to install? Which ISO do I install first? I have read that I should not update when I first install Kubuntu 7.04 whats that mean? I appreciate any help you guys can lend. I find this a very interesting project and would like to give back if I can.

Thank you.
Jorgen"

xaerc has been one of the more helpful people I have encountered here.

I think jsl61 Redmond employee with too much time on his hands. Still fuming that Dell is offering a linux option on ther pcs.


My .02 
Blair

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Users / Re: A handful of last minute questions

« on: August 18, 2007, 09:51:57 pm »

The Asus board you have should work fine for HD UI2. Make sure you have a current BIOS on it -(0705 I think). And 1 G of RAM. There is a serial port on the MB, you need a cable to connect to it. They are pretty common and standardized. I used one from my junkbox.

Can't believe I didn't check that. Thank you.

I'm not sure how you will get the FIOS box output to the second display. You can capture SD output and send that via the system. HD is waiting on a suitable component capture card.

I watched the 704 Demo video and was confused by the cable box bit.

You can get ZWave starter kits from Intermatic. Check the Smarthome site for deals and search the web. They are all interchangeable to a degree and they all should work.

I have been looking at a purchasing a  starter kit. What is the CMA11 equivalent in Zwave?  is it the master controller? or would one of the usb interfaces work?

For the Cell trunk I'm using a cell phone with a Sip stack and WiFi in it and my VOIP provider. Instructions here: http://voxilla.com/voxilla-stories/voxilla-how-to-guides/using-the-nokia-e-series-phones-with-asterisk-865.html

That should be helpful. The e70 phone is sick**** wish my wireless company had this phone as an option. (VZ has horrible phones)

Best Regards,
Blair