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by dolemitecomputers
Thu Sep 29, 2011 10:16 am
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: Why is DAT 72 still so expensive?
Replies: 12
Views: 2405

Re: Why is DAT 72 still so expensive?

Sounds like fun. I don't think you will win with 2003 technology especially if you are up against 5.25 floppy drives. :wink:
by dolemitecomputers
Wed Sep 28, 2011 8:05 pm
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: Why is DAT 72 still so expensive?
Replies: 12
Views: 2405

Re: Why is DAT 72 still so expensive?

In this day and age why would you want to use DAT 72? It really isn't expensive compared to single tape LTO4 drives (500 -600 vs 1500 - 2000) and especially compared to the automated ones. The media is much cheaper (15 vs 80) but holds much less (36 GB native vs 800 GB native).
by dolemitecomputers
Tue Jul 05, 2011 8:57 pm
Forum: Storage
Topic: Best free hard drive clone software
Replies: 33
Views: 11898

Re: Best free hard drive clone software

I recommend clonezilla as well. It is free and pretty easy to use:

http://clonezilla.org/
by dolemitecomputers
Sat Jun 25, 2011 2:16 pm
Forum: Windows
Topic: Server 2008 R2 - Random Shutdowns
Replies: 11
Views: 3848

Re: Server 2008 R2 - Random Shutdowns

6 months = 180 days. after that, 2008 server shuts off hourly, without proper activation. time to pony up $$ to MS for a license for this error to go away. R2 gives you 30 days but won't shutdown the OS. It gives a nag message when logging off or on and you can only get critical updates when using ...
by dolemitecomputers
Sun Jun 12, 2011 10:23 pm
Forum: TR Sports
Topic: NBA Finals 2011
Replies: 18
Views: 4323

Re: NBA Finals 2011

Good series and a great final win by the Mavs. They worked hard and their efforts paid off.
by dolemitecomputers
Sun Jun 12, 2011 3:15 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Eurogamer pans Duke Nukem Forever
Replies: 36
Views: 5847

Re: Eurogamer pans Duke Nukem Forever

Crayon Shin Chan wrote:
A German site also reviewed DNF. They didn't seem to like it that much either.


Should have put David Hasselhoff in it.
by dolemitecomputers
Tue May 31, 2011 9:26 pm
Forum: TR Sports
Topic: NBA Finals 2011
Replies: 18
Views: 4323

NBA Finals 2011

The finals are underway so who is your pick for the championship?
by dolemitecomputers
Mon May 30, 2011 9:58 am
Forum: General Software
Topic: Transfer files from old system to new one
Replies: 6
Views: 1656

Re: Transfer files from old system to new one

Windows 7 has the easy transfer utility which is found in the start menu > accessories > system tools. Your applications would need to be reinstalled on the new pc.
by dolemitecomputers
Tue May 10, 2011 12:26 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: DirectTV vs Dish Network
Replies: 10
Views: 2026

Re: DirectTV vs Dish Network

I switched from DirectTV to Dish after about 2 years of use. The primary reason was the price. Not only was I paying 70-80 a month but DirectTV charges 10 for the HD package (any hd stations included with any package). With Dish I got a similar package that was about 35 a month as a promotion then w...
by dolemitecomputers
Thu May 05, 2011 1:39 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: What is networking, do I want to make it my career?
Replies: 19
Views: 4266

Re: What is networking, do I want to make it my career?

My school estimates that I'll be able to earn between 50 to 70k to start out. Nonsense. In this survey, the average respondent with just a CCNA earned $29,000 . That's not starting salary, mind you, but in-vivo actual pay. I would expect the job you get with a B.S. to be better than that by a littl...
by dolemitecomputers
Tue Apr 26, 2011 2:23 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: ShackNews Feed?
Replies: 8
Views: 1305

ShackNews Feed?

I noticed that shacknews feed on the right of the main page has been missing the last day or two. Does anyone know if it will be coming back?
by dolemitecomputers
Sun Mar 27, 2011 11:35 am
Forum: General Hardware
Topic: Screwed, you're getting a Dell
Replies: 52
Views: 6248

Re: Screwed, you're getting a Dell

I wouldn't build a rack mount server unless it is not running a critical service or app or can't be down for more than a few days. If you have any hardware problems then you have to deal with each manufacture warranty and they are not tailored for quick response / return. Both HP and Dell have same ...
by dolemitecomputers
Mon Mar 07, 2011 1:43 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: I-40 Road Trip
Replies: 12
Views: 2255

Re: I-40 Road Trip

I hope you have a compact car or you'll be hating your fuel costs. As of now you would pay about 650 for the round trip if you get about 30 miles to the gallon.
by dolemitecomputers
Tue Jan 25, 2011 1:25 am
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: ERP
Replies: 19
Views: 2359

Re: ERP

Has anyone used DBA? Probably not on the same scale as SAP since it is geared for SMBs.
by dolemitecomputers
Wed Dec 29, 2010 10:28 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: Need some help with Tracert result... (RESOLVED)
Replies: 27
Views: 4791

Re: Need some help with Tracert result...

If the other computer on your network connects fine then I don't think you have a isp issue nor an issue with your router. I would boot off a live ubuntu disc and see if you can access it through that. If you can then you have either a spyware problem or a program that has inadvertently blocked it. ...
by dolemitecomputers
Thu Dec 23, 2010 1:14 am
Forum: Gaming
Topic: World Of Warcraft
Replies: 6792
Views: 1368273

Re: World Of Warcraft

I thought the throwback to Joust in mount Hyjal was a riot.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joust_(video_game)
by dolemitecomputers
Wed Dec 01, 2010 10:38 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: AMC: Walking Dead (Use Spoiler Tags)
Replies: 30
Views: 4550

Re: AMC: Walking Dead (Use Spoiler Tags)

I really enjoy it. One of the few shows that has kept me on the edge of my seat wanting to find out what happens next. I suppose it was originally only going to be a "mini-series" of sorts but it looks like they will have another season next year.
by dolemitecomputers
Wed Nov 17, 2010 5:08 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: Cisco router ethernet wan
Replies: 11
Views: 3733

Re: Cisco router ethernet wan

Then it will work fine for that scenario.
by dolemitecomputers
Wed Nov 17, 2010 1:05 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: Cisco router ethernet wan
Replies: 11
Views: 3733

Re: Cisco router ethernet wan

What are you plugging it into? If it only needs a static ip or dhcp through ethernet then it will work fine.
by dolemitecomputers
Mon Nov 15, 2010 4:55 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: Cisco router ethernet wan
Replies: 11
Views: 3733

Re: Cisco router ethernet wan

Here are a list of the compatible cards that are supported in the WIC slots of the chassis. I see one that is a single port 10 base T and that might be your only option. The others are either serial, ADSL or interface with a T1 CSU/DSU. If you are plugging direct into a modem or ethernet network th...
by dolemitecomputers
Mon Nov 15, 2010 3:20 pm
Forum: Networking
Topic: Cisco router ethernet wan
Replies: 11
Views: 3733

Re: Cisco router ethernet wan

Here are a list of the compatible cards that are supported in the WIC slots of the chassis. I see one that is a single port 10 base T and that might be your only option. The others are either serial, ADSL or interface with a T1 CSU/DSU. If you are plugging direct into a modem or ethernet network the...
by dolemitecomputers
Sat Nov 06, 2010 7:04 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Official Fallout: New Vegas Discussion Thread
Replies: 46
Views: 6853

Re: Official Fallout: New Vegas Discussion Thread

Is anyone else not able to speak to Mr House? I destroyed the robots in Lucky 38 then entered his chamber. For some reason he was moved out of the stasis chamber. When I approach him I get the [e] talk option but nothing happens.
by dolemitecomputers
Sat Oct 30, 2010 2:14 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Official Fallout: New Vegas Discussion Thread
Replies: 46
Views: 6853

Re: Official Fallout: New Vegas Discussion Thread

I wish the AI of the companions was a little better. For example, they do not have the ability to jump over obstacles. If you jump over a pile of sandbags then they will run all over the area trying to find a way around. Sometimes in combat if your companion is front of you attacking you can't targe...
by dolemitecomputers
Sat Oct 23, 2010 8:14 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Official Fallout: New Vegas Discussion Thread
Replies: 46
Views: 6853

Re: Official Fallout: New Vegas Discussion Thread

Rhonda and Best Friend Tabitha on the Black Mountain radio = win. :D
by dolemitecomputers
Sun Oct 10, 2010 2:52 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: What machine are you currently using at work?
Replies: 53
Views: 5559

Re: What machine are you currently using at work?

I'm using a MAC Book Pro purchased in 2008. I use vmware fusion with windows 7 along with it. :wink:
by dolemitecomputers
Mon Oct 04, 2010 10:05 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Civ V next week!
Replies: 49
Views: 6927

Re: Civ V next week!

Can anyone explain what a time victory is?
by dolemitecomputers
Thu Sep 23, 2010 1:42 pm
Forum: General Software
Topic: Password Keeper
Replies: 13
Views: 2248

Re: Password Keeper

There is password manager pro which supports 2 factor authentication, is PCI DSS compliant and a lot of other features. I don't think it is cheap though.

http://www.manageengine.com/products/pa ... anagerpro/
by dolemitecomputers
Tue Sep 21, 2010 10:06 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Minecraft
Replies: 215
Views: 79900

Re: Minecraft

It looks interesting but there are people that pay for game that is still in alpha? Is it really that good?
by dolemitecomputers
Sun Sep 12, 2010 10:23 pm
Forum: The Back Porch
Topic: Riding a bicycle again
Replies: 79
Views: 8597

Re: Riding a bicycle again

What might crimp your style is living in the DC area. Any bike stored outside in DC for at least an hour, anywhere, will eventually be stolen if secured with anything less than a medieval iron portcullis draw-chain...and even then, preferably electrified. If you can't store it indoors at all times,...
by dolemitecomputers
Sun Sep 05, 2010 6:40 pm
Forum: Gaming
Topic: Official Dragons Age: Origins thread
Replies: 501
Views: 44941

Re: Official Dragons Age: Origins thread

I'm playing through for the 3rd time. I really hate Jowan. First he whines and complains when you don't seem so eager to help him escape from the tower. Then when you do he whines about the fact that you turned him in. Later on you find out he caused another mess. I should have left in the cell to r...
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