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[OT] Printer Service in Chattanooga
May-22, 2013 by: Chad Smith
From: Chad Smith ------------------------------------------------------ The main office of one of my jobs is located in Lookout Valley, and their main workhorse printer is having some issues. Back in the day when I was still local, I nervously did some light maintenance myself on the beast, but am no longer nearby. Do any of you have any suggestions for printer service in the Chattanooga Area? It is an HP LaserJet 5si MX, and it's like 325 years old. When I left the area over 5 years ago, it was teetering on the brink of 1,000,000 pages printed, (or, for those who are more binarily inclined, closing in on the 2^20 mark as well). I am sure it has far passed that milestone. Anyway, any advice, suggestions (even the STAY AWAY FROM X variety) would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for your help! *- Chad W. Smith*
Introduction
May-09, 2013 by: Keith
From: Keith ------------------------------------------------------ Hello all, My name is Keith Morton and I'm a recent transplant to Chattanooga. I've actually technically lived here since September of last year, but I spent most of the time since September in the Chicago area holed up working on a giant project. That project and the travel have since scaled back quite a bit. I've been watching the list for a while, but now that I'm back in town on a more permanent basis, I figured it's time I introduce myself. I've been a Linux/Unix enthusiast since my first Debian install in 2004. I use Linux/Unix every day at work and embarrassingly less at home these days due to various factors. I work in the IT department of a cell phone company, and I specialize in automation and monitoring. I'm looking forward to getting to know the community here in Chatt and to finally getting to play with the 3D printer on the 4th floor. -- Thanks, Keith
[OT] For Sale: Samsung CLX-3185FW
February-10, 2013 by: Dave Brockman
From: Dave Brockman ------------------------------------------------------ -----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 http://www.samsung.com/us/computer/printers/CLX-3185FW/XAA Should be toner left in the colors, and should be a little bit left in the black. Used for about 2 months, was replaced with a bigger HP unit, as this did not meet the duty cycle requirements. Other than that, it scanned to email and printed well. I never tested the WiFi, but the wired Ethernet works w/o issue. $50 if the transaction does not involve shipping. The Cisco 4006 Chassis I use as a printer stand is also available :) Regards, dtb -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v2.0.17 (MingW32) Comment: Using GnuPG with Thunderbird - http://www.enigmail.net/ iQEcBAEBAgAGBQJRGCgZAAoJEMP+wtEOVbcd2wAH/17A0DyC7DlnCnCTzrvfk9ue p1NOl2+IJJEtQ06ZHqNB2BiA1P+s18V13ZMIfB/mfUgMT8pWsGj2lcdXXuX/jTSH xK8T60d3fQjfhYlkEXTsCBPHy2QF+z1BiHd505P8BqCkKbyCM3thvhj9SCLOpyi2 Ot6rCk1pTEWJcki/0SfCTEIvrJ2jwYJ+zQ/7H7uretX917zT4oZzjqqYnUDDONF/ xLVMJtNHo0l5RrzH17v32D93eygQn4K70BAUWpexjovJCzLexC7nclY9YHxnGXeC JPnlDKyh99PdI4T84RVMDHD59n0P12GBHg1ml0xpDlhqSriKfC19Yem+oonlWSM= =Jiqu -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----
Open Source Asset Tracking
February-06, 2013 by: Chris Mowery
From: Chris Mowery ------------------------------------------------------ We currently use an Access database to track our PC, Printer, and Network Device inventory. It was created sometime before my time here, and we have really outgrown it.Ideally a replacement would be a web-based php/mysql style app to make it easy to deal with. Does anyone use or know of any open source Asset Tracking software? IT specific is good, but if it is a configurable generic system that would work to, as we could allow other departments to use it. Thank you, Chris Mowery
3d printer ar15 magazine
January-17, 2013 by: "Daniel L. Appleget"
From: "Daniel L. Appleget"
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Good news.
As our tyrants try to disarm us we will endeavor to be even
better armed. We are lucky enough to be witness to the
beginning of the 3D printer revolution that will empower us.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q10Jz2qIog8
http://www.forbes.com/sites/andygreenberg/2013/01/14/gunsmiths-3d-print-high-capacity-ammo-clips-to-thwart-proposed-gun-laws/
http://defcad.org/
--
Daniel Appleget
Chattanooga Computer Service
http://www.chattanoogacomputerservice.com/
423-760-0879
Tu ne cede malis, sed contra audentior ito
dd-wrt router.. Asus?
January-04, 2013 by: Mike Harrison
From: Mike Harrison ------------------------------------------------------ What's the best hardare out there for runnnig dd-wrt for a home firewall/router? Are the ASUS (RT-N16) still considered the best choice? The RT-N66U's look nice, but reviews say the older frmware was crap. Anyone got something with GigE jacks, USB file share and printer support and N/G/B networks that they think is better than the RT-N16 ? Running DD-WRT (Linux) is a plus, but not required if things work.. I've just had good results with it in the past. --Mike--
easter egg -> bodhi
December-27, 2012 by: Mike Harrison
From: Mike Harrison ------------------------------------------------------ > Wow I clearly need a new computer. I want to try Bodhi Linux though. I'm still liking it. I'm not sure I'd reccomend it for most people... it's not as complete as a full Ubuntu install, but after a few hours of installing things (like printer support, LibreOffice.. Document Viewer..) it seems to work like I want a system to work. Windows work the way I expect them to work on a real computer (and not like on a 7" tablet) and it's handling multiple desktops and screens well using xrandr. For example, on my laptop I have a shell I am manually editing that currently looks like: xrandr xrandr --auto --output LVDS-1 --mode 1920x1080 #xrandr --auto --output VGA-1 --mode 1600x900 --right-of LVDS-1 #xrandr --auto --output VGA-1 --mode 1280x960 --left-of LVDS-1 #xrandr --auto --output VGA-1 --mode 1440x900 --right-of LVDS-1 xrandr --auto --output VGA-1 --mode 1920x1080 --right-of LVDS-1 There might be a GUI tool for this, but this is fast and easy for me. I love right clicking on the desktop and having a short list of the programs I run: xterm, firefox, evolution, skype It's an infectious behavior and I go to other systems and miss it. I also have similar options on the bottom of the screen, but I like the 'right click anywhere' But most importantly, windows are behaving like windows again... My biggest complaint: Hard to organize/manage files on the desktop. I'm sure there is an elegant way somewhere, but I had not taken the time to figure it out.
2 old computers, free to a good home. Must take it all.
October-26, 2012 by: Jeff Lanthripp
From: Jeff Lanthripp ------------------------------------------------------ My house is a wreck - way too much crap cluttering up the place. Some of it is old computer stuff. I have the following to get rid of, need the space. Free to a good home. Whoever takes it must take it all. I am also posting this on craigslist and freecycle. Here's the list: 1st computer: Intel P2 Celeron 366mhz, I think it has 256MB of RAM. I forget the hard drive size, I think it's something like 20GB. Riva 128 video card. some sort of DVD-ROM drive Comes with HP PS/2 keyboard, optical mouse, and 15" CRT monitor. It's in an Antec or Chieftec (can't remember which, but they're the same thing) full-tower ATX case. It has a 10/100 ethernet card in it also. 2nd computer: AMD Athlon XP 2500+ (Barton core at 1833mhz). 512MB RAM, 120GB ATA100 hard drive. CD-RW drive. nVidia GeForce 4400Ti AGP video card if I recall correctly, dual-head. Built around an ASUS A7V8X-X motherboard. Comes with (2) 17" NEC CRT monitors IBM Model M keyboard (clicky!) and an optical wireless mouse. email me at jeff.lanthripp@gmail.com - I will be available for pickup Also, for anyone interested, I have two old HP Laserjet II printers that have been in my toolshed for at least 8 years. If you want them, let me know. You help me dig them out and they're yours. -- Jeff Lanthripp jeff.lanthripp@gmail.com
OS Hardware & Makerbot's reversal
September-27, 2012 by: Jason Griffey
From: Jason Griffey ------------------------------------------------------ I don't think Makerbot cares or even notices Tangibot, frankly. I think that Makerbot, like many companies, took investment $$ and now has to find a way to crank the return on investment up. One way to do this is to move from the Apple I to the Macintosh...that is, transition your hardware from open, kit type to slick and immediately useful type. That seems to me to be what they are doing with the Replicator 2. I've got a Replicator 1 sitting on the desk next to me. It's a wonderful machine, but I would rank it's user-friendliness about a 6 on a 1-10 scale. They need a 9 in order to really make the sort of hardware that is usable by non-geeks. That's what they are after. And goodness knows it's not like there aren't 9087234967234 other 3D printers out there at this point competing with them. If they are going more closed, there's plenty of choice. Jason On Thu, Sep 27, 2012 at 8:57 AM, William Wade wrote: > What do yall think about the recent news > (http://news.cnet.com/8301-32973
OS Hardware & Makerbot's reversal
September-27, 2012 by: William Wade
From: William Wade ------------------------------------------------------ What do yall think about the recent news (http://news.cnet.com/8301-32973
Chatt*lab: TN Makers Meetup and 3D Printer Buildoff
August-07, 2012 by: Tim Youngblood
From: Tim Youngblood ------------------------------------------------------ Check it out: http://www.chattlab.org/blog/2012/08/tn-makers-meetup-and-3d-printer-buildoff/ Tim
[ale] IBM OS/390 SNA telnet client
August-07, 2012 by: Mike Harrison
From: Mike Harrison ------------------------------------------------------ On Tue, 7 Aug 2012, Stephen Haywood wrote: > I need a free linux or mac based IBM OS/390 SNA telnet client. Anyone know > where I can get one? I would expect what you need is 3270 terminal emulation I have used c3270 and x3270 with some success, although depending on the application, it sometimes gets weirded out in places. # apt-cache search 3270 3270-common - Common files for IBM 3270 emulators and pr3287 c3270 - Curses program for telnet sessions to IBM mainframes hercules - System/370, ESA/390 and z/Architecture Emulator pr3287 - IBM 3287 printer emulation for telnet sessions to IBM mainframes s3270 - Program for scripted telnet sessions to IBM mainframes x3270 - X11 program for telnet sessions to IBM mainframes xfonts-x3270-misc - Font files for the x3270(1) IBM 3270 emulator
[OT] Makerbots meet Taco Bell
July-02, 2012 by: Chad Smith
From: Chad Smith ------------------------------------------------------ http://www.good.is/post/burritob0t-a-3d-tex-mex-printer-of-hangover-helpers?utm
Job: Linux as part of the skill set, Lamppost group.
May-15, 2012 by: Mike Harrison
From: Mike Harrison ------------------------------------------------------ Forwarding because they also mention Linux in the full set of skills: -------------------------------------------------------------------- The Help Desk Specialist will provide quality service to internal & external customers by resolving and evaluating technical problems, fixing the problem, or forwarding complex problems to Level 2 staff. This position will also assist in other IT department operations as needed. http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=3027247&trk=eml-anet
Desktop Support Technician
March-14, 2012 by: John Aldrich
From: John Aldrich ------------------------------------------------------ Got a call from a recruiter this afternoon. I advised him I am =20 starting a new job Monday, but that I'd pass along the info. The =20 contact info for the recruiter is at the bottom... The job is a contract position through Belcan TechServices and the =20 work would be on site at our client, a manufacturing company in =20 Chattanooga, TN. The assignment is expected to go for around 12 =20 months. It is a full time, hourly, non-benefited position. I'm =20 looking for someone roughly in the 16-21/hr range. The job would =20 involve tech support (level II), helping with migrations and upgrades, =20 some preventive maintenance (working on and cleaning) computers used =20 in the factory area. Someone with A+ and Network+ certifications and =20 about five years related experience would be a good profile. My =20 client is looking to move fairly quickly, so please pass this on to =20 anyone you feel is qualified as soon as possible. I appreciate your help. Mark Duties =B7 Relocate PCs and related equipment =B7 Office areas =B7 Production areas =B7 Diagnose and repair hardware and software problems on workstations (A+) =B7 Diagnose and correct LAN problems (Network+) =B7 Maintain printers =B7 Office laser printers =B7 Production label printers =B7 Maintain and clean equipment cabinets as needed =B7 Assist with Computer Room equipment =B7 Racking and unracking servers =B7 Backups =B7 Housekeeping =B7 Create and maintain images of critical computers =B7 Maintain a clean and organized workshop. =B7 Maintain and replace barcode scanners. Replace office phone equipment Mark Kenny Belcan Corporation 931 Industrial Drive Matthews, NC 28105 (704) 815-1290 Office (704) 815-1280 Fax mkenny@belcan.com www.belcan.com
Torvalds blasts openSUSE, security policies
March-01, 2012 by: Rod-Lists
From: Rod-Lists ------------------------------------------------------ Needing root to add a printer that is wild! http://www.itworld.com/security/254430/torvalds-blasts-opensuse-security-policies
Technical Support Specialist in Atlanta
February-25, 2012 by: John Aldrich
From: John Aldrich ------------------------------------------------------ I have a job locally that starts in a couple weeks, so I am not interested in this job, but I thought I'd pass it along... Contact information at the end. Technical Support Specialist Atlanta, GA 3+ Months (Contract to Hire) Responsibilities: Answer IT helpdesk telephone calls from both Corporate and remote employees; troubleshoot and resolve majority of computer problems on telephone. Troubleshoot and resolve on-site desktop computer problems. Track and report on helpdesk calls and provide timely response to support requests, following through to ensure user satisfaction. Provide initial LAN, computer hardware, Windows, Microsoft Office and remote communication support. Ensure timely installation/upgrade of hardware including network cards, video cards, hard drives, system boards, modems, etc. Coordinate physical setup and configuration of PCs, printers and other peripherals. Ensure compliance with support call procedures related to timing, reporting and follow through. Qualifications: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. A+ Certified One plus years experience with PC hardware and software installation, problem diagnosis, troubleshooting and resolution in a LAN/WAN environment. Commitment to providing excellent customer service. Extensive hands-on knowledge of user support procedures and processes. Knowledge of Windows 2000, Windows NT, Windows 95, Windows 98. Knowledge of Microsoft Office 97 & 2000; Microsoft Outlook 98 & 2000. Preferred knowledge of Microsoft Windows XP and Office XP. Working knowledge of Windows NT, Active Directory & Exchange administration. Knowledge of RAS, VPN, PC Anywhere and other remote connectivity tools. Ability to diagnose and fix software and hardware configuration problems. Ability to establish and maintain strong working rapport with users, vendors and LAN admin/engineering staff. Ability to lift and carry PCs and other computer hardware. Thanks and Regards Satish Kumar Sun Technologies Inc. 3700 Mansell Road | Suite 125 | Alpharetta | GA 30022| Work:678-608-2224| Fax: 678-459-1068 satishk@suntechnologies.com|www.suntechnologies.com
Chugalunch Friday (and on topic)
January-21, 2012 by: Mike Harrison
From: Mike Harrison
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On Thu, 19 Jan 2012, John Aldrich wrote:
> I'm going to make an executive decision. As the once-and-future President of
> Chugalug, I hereby decree Chugalunch will be at Conga at 11:30 AM on Friday,
> January 20th, 2012!
Wow, that's an excellent proclamation. Wish I could have made it.
Instead I'm doing 12-14+ hr days, eating what people in the
Dominican Republic think is "american/european" food.
Conga is better. Although, if I get a chance to eat "street food"
it's pretty good.
---------------------------------------On Topic (kinda) story:
Gotta share a kewl moment from yesterday, we've installed a Linux
server at a utility here, running our system. and were test printing
some invoices on preprinted paper.
The big (HP) printer is currently in an isolated room, and is fairly busy,
so we needed to be at the printer, load the forms between other print jobs
and send to the printer.
Their current printing jobs tie up a WinXP desktop system in another room.
Pull up our sysem on my N900 phone (on their internal protected WiFi),
navigate to the print queue page.... (on my phone, and show the
new commercial manager how to do the same on his iPad), load the paper
and click the print button. His eyes get big when the printer
dumps out 10 invoices. He asked how that worked, because the server
is 2 networks and several hundred miles away. I explain the Linux
server talks directly to the printer over the network.
he exclaims loadly with a big smile:
"I love Linux!"
What is amazing to me, is how much I forget how cumbersom
most (big busiiness) Windows applications are, and how much IT work
goes into making them work.
That was your warm fuzzy Linux story for the day. :)
OT: DesignJet 500
January-10, 2012 by: John Aldrich
From: John Aldrich ------------------------------------------------------ Anyone ever used an HP DesignJet 500? This is attached via an external JetDirect box via USB to the network. I can reach the JetDirect box and someone who had the printer previously configured at another site is able to print after changing the IP address, but I cannot seem to print. :( Not that I *need* to print, but I may need to set up some other users on this printer and I'd like to know how. As best I can tell the only difference is possibly a different driver, but the user who is able to print has no idea what driver it is. :(
[off-topic] desktop for sale
January-03, 2012 by: Ryan Macy
From: Ryan Macy
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Asking $650, comes with printer [epson 520 workforce]
Specs:
Cpu AMD 6 core 1055t 3.6ghz [OC'd]
8gb ddr3 RAM 1600mhz
AMD 5770 1gb GDDR5
600w Corsair Gaming PSU
1TB WD Black edition 7200rpm
Asus m4a87td evo motherboard
Corsair h70 cpu water cooling block with push pull
Antec 900 two v3 case with all fan slots filled
Asus dvd rw
Windows 7 ultimate =8B office 2010 home and business
Comes with:
2x 720p monitors 22"
Logitech wireless keyboard & mouse
Logitech 2.1 sound system
Thanks guys,
Ryan Macy