Re: [slim] Community Funded Squeezebox Replacement - Would you be interested?
So I haven't logged in in forever because my stuff just STILL works flawlessly with one exception I'll try and hunt down. But in regards to supporting a new and open Squeezebox count me in! Curse Logitech for butchering Slimdevices. //me remembers when an associate bought a Slimp3 based on my advice!! Proud owner of 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 6!! assorted Squeezeboxes. notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=97881 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/mailman/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Squeezebox connected to 2-channel or 5.1/6.1/7.1 channel system?
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25858 Question: Squeezebox connected to 2-channel or 5.1/6.1/7.1 channel system? - 2-channel system - 5.1/6.1/7.1-channel system Like any Slashdot poll it's certainly missing options. I'd vote for both as well as not any one of my Squeezeboxen are the main. Although, if I had to consider it probably would be the one connected to the home theater. The garage and bedroom players both get ample playtime connected to their own little amps and a pair of speakers. So, 5.1 2.0 2.0 -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25858 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Cable testers required ....
Maybe location? I like experimenting with stuff but it appears you're on the other side of the pond. I don't exactly have audiophile components (Definitive Technology speakers Yamaha RV1400) either so I probably wouldn't notice a difference. I'd certainly agree with posting in audiophile and I'm sure you already have! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=38186 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] mp3 track transition problem on Linux - clicks between tracks
On the web interface under player settings/audio there are options for crossfade. Might be worth taking a look at. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=37822 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Thunder and lightning
TrippLite has in inline Ethernet surge protector. Of course I'm a fool and haven't connected mine yet. Though there is very little lightning where I am which is rather depressing because I miss large thunderstorms. Even the desert has better thunder and lightning that what Eugene, Oregon gets. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=36582 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Crap cleaner kills Slimserver?
1. Does it offer the ability to exclude certain files, file types, or folders? 2. Use linux. Wait, that's can be construed as a troll so disregard that suggestion. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=36555 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Nokia 770 $129 on woot.com now!
Darn them sales! I keep Woot.com open in a tab and when I spotted the 770 I emailed the LUG list and didn't splurge (yet). Tried to convince myself I didn't need it but they were still available 20 hours later. I wish they would have sold out. At least I only got one. For those regretting not getting one, they'll be on Ebay in droves with buyers finding they can't get more than $150 because too many are being offered. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=36370 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Clearing Now Playing list
Easiest way I know of it to just pick another album, song, or playlist and just hit Play instead of +. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=35837 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Opinions/Suggestions on living room amplifiers/receivers
This was the only post that showed up with amp100 in my search. Didn't try seperately. Got to know, did you get one? Mine should be here this week. I'm looking to compare it with the small Sonic T amp. Of course the biggest addition is the ability to drive two pairs of speakers. The Amp100 will end up in my garage driving Elan ceiling speakers and then later a pair of outdoor speakers. Of course Amp 100 brings in 61 results. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24701 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Where does everyone buy their online music from?
I buy my music online. Typically Amazon. First I listen to samples then I have them send me the CD. Having bought digitally in the past leads to disappointment. You don't have the CD liner, lyrics, or hardcopy to encode any way you like. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=35446 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] look familiar?
Personally I enjoyed last years 41 products better. 'Twas also the day Slashdot went mad and omg ponies joined geek culture. Slimdevices should do product announcements that day too. I know there has been at least one 'product' announcement before. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34071 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Time to pick up another SB. $229 shipped.
'Ur[s Wrote: uS;191464']Nice find. Now to start my matching white active speakers thread. It's for the kitchen, so not so bad. I scored a find at a local used hi-fi shop for some Monitor Audio Baby Boomers or something along those lines. They are a perfect match for the white SB. Just pick up a Sonic T-amp if you can't find adequate active speakers. Now I just have to snap a pic to post in the other thread. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34009 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Sticker in the box?
But I thought MP3 was a crime or is that just DRM'd MP3? FLAC is not a crime. :-) -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=34000 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] Stripping ads from radio shows
More likely find something that will just do track splits at gaps greater than a certain length. Then manually remove the offensive material and re-encode. Audacity (audacity.sourceforge.net) won't do it automatically but at least you can see a timeline on the audio and cut what you want out. It can import most audio formats and output depends upon encoders available. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=33851 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] SlimDevices Squeezebox 2/3 and Sonos ZP80
I'm going with the combination of a fast server (Gentoo on a 2.8Ghz 800FSB P4 w/1GB RAM, no X) and self run ethernet throughout the house. Any of my PCs also get the respect of running strictly Intel or 3COM NICs. So, for all the times I have synced I have never had an issue. Then again, maybe it's just a blessing :) -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23490 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] SlimDevices Squeezebox 2/3 and Sonos ZP80
Interesting that you state the Sonos is better at multi-room sync. In what way is it better than the SB2/3? I have 3 SB units at home and regularly sync/unsync them. The only thing I can think of that could be considered a 'hiccup' is the current track restarts. Not enough to bother me though. Does the Sonos give you web control as well? Is the remote RF or WiFi? I find it convienant to be sitting at a computer and just pop up the web interface to make changes to the volume and playlist on the fly without searching for the remote. I certainly agree on the display issue though. It is nice to see what is actually playing on the screen and/or have other information at your fingertips like the date/time/weather, visualizations, track info, or custom text welcoming people. Not exactly something the Sonos can do. Squeezebox obviously gives you far more freedom to setup your device however you please and is not tied to any particular platform. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23490 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
Re: [slim] SB3 for sale - wired, white x2 + Linkstation
Why not just add the wireless cards? Just remove 2 T10 screws from the back, 4 on the inside, and slide the guts out. You have full access to the mini-PCI slot. Search the forums as a couple of cards are compatible. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=32882 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Nintendo Wii + Slimserver?
The Roku HD1 does that. It's just slow. SB is *designed for audio* and it does it better than anything else on the market in for less than $500. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=32021 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Nokia N800
Thanks for the post Mike. I was just searching new posts too see if anyone had mentioned it yet. Maybe the 770 will be available on Ebay for cheap for anyone upgrading or clearing out. I just brought another SB3 home so no little tablet for me for a couple months. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=31398 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: OT: dual core processors
Take a look at the tomshardware link above for starters. Intel's 'new' Core2Duo for the desktop is an awesome processor choice paired with the right motherboard. The 2.13Ghz you saw is an E6400 and due to the design of the CPU is outperforms processors well over 3Ghz. So, it's not so much that you are getting dual processors as it is you are getting radically new technology for the desktop that vastly outperforms existing components. AMD touted for a while that it's not about the clock speed and it bit Intel in the butt until now. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30559 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Windows Vista
Care to elaborate on anything you needed to do, if anything, to get the Squeezebox to recognize Slimserver on Vista? Security on Vista is supposed to be pretty tight by default. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30497 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: LAME for Intel Macs
Look for an x86 linux or BSD binary. Shouldn't have to compile anything, just copy things into their respective folders. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30455 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Arrrrrrgh, The new SB3 Black
You also get the new remote. I don't care for the new remote. I've had my two at home for a year now and so used to the remote that I can hardly handle the one at work. I'm apt to email support or sales in the coming weeks and ask about availability of the old remote. At least for personal use. New units I'm happy to sell with the new remote as it won't be old users like me. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30336 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Squeeze-o-holic
I'm not sure we could help to curb your addiction. Maybe if you visited the Rok... feeling woozy, hold on.. OK, back. Nevermind that last comment and enjoy your Squeezeboxen! I'm due for at least 2 more in the near future. (own a SB2 SB3) -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30235 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: SqueezeBox spoted in retail store
I'll have a demo in the computer shop I help run this week. I'm hoping to target some of the homeowners around us ($500,000+ houses). Also have a good relationship with the Stereo Store here in Eugene OR so we can push business back and forth. I suppose I'll have to play with Slimserver on Windows but I'll also work to do linux boxes for people preset with GRIP, Cowbell, and any other programs for ripping, encoding, and tagging music. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=30240 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Let's here some suggestions for SlimServer 7
I did a search this thread and can't believe I didn't find what I was looking for. Guess I'll have to suggest it. How about some sort of equalizer? I'm using a Sonic T-amp on my bedroom setup and can't adjust anything but volume. Of course it didn't become apparent until I was playing with speakers today comparing what I'm using now with some Klipsch RB10's. The Klipsch had a little more oomph that I wanted to lighten and liven up. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=26874 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Amplifier that SqueezeBox can turn on?
That is pure geek. I love the wall mounting! One thing to note, I've noticed much better sound using the RCA plugs vs. the headphone jack using any sort of small amp. (me using a Sonic T-amp) -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=29854 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: SlimServer trying to connect to Roku - how to stop?
Troll alert: Ebay the Roku. Get another Squeezebox. I 'had' the 1001. Boy was it a joy to get rid of. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=29843 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: A radio url is stuck as my playlist
Usually holding left will kill the playlist and disconnect from your server. Try reconnecting afterward and see if anything changes. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=29375 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: What happened to v6.4
Does that mean we should expect a linux kernel 3.0 soon? Just kidding. Spoil my theory why don't ya. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28902 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: What happened to v6.4
It's like a linux kernel. There was no official 2.3 or 2.5 kernel. Out of curiousity, is the next SS 6.7? :-) -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28902 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Logitech to acquire Slim Devices!
Wow. Shocking to say the least. Then again, if we can get individual units for $199 or less as a reseller then I'm on it. Just please keep things as they are with SlimDevices and don't try to customize or cheapen it with a crappy LCD or proprietary software. I know this has been covered already but every voice that's heard will only enforce the idea. Open development drives product adoption. So, where is that Logitech mouse software for linux eh? Just kidding. Bon chance to all involved (including us users!) -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28821 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Looking for Good Info on Album Art Downloading
I use a couple methods. My tagging software (Cowbell, probably only linux) will pick up some covers and store them as cover.jpg in the albums folder. Failing that I have a couple tabs open on my browser set to Amazon and Google. I tried to find the largest image possible (closest to original) and save it in the same way as above. It's tedious for sure but it's worth it to browse by cover sometimes. Easier to spot something you haven't listened to in a while -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28466 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Disk won't unmount
Proper linux/unix behaviour. For instance, when I'm using XMMS on linux *if* any of the songs in the playlist are referenced from a mountpoint I'm trying to remove it'll error. I would expect the same thing in OS X. Its an OS thing and not a slimserver thing. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=28346 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: 6.3 Dies
Were you running any plugins or skins previously? That could be affecting things. I've been running 6.3 since it's official release and haven't had it down once. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=26442 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Write down your slim box NOT NAS
2.6Ghz 800FSB P4 1GB PC3200 4x 200GB (600GB RAID5 on 3Ware RAID controller) 40 or so GB boot drive with ClarkConnect something. CDRW 500W crappy Ultra power supply. stuck in the garage headless with static IP. Big ol' In-Win full tower (cases built like a tank) Good stuff. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=26276 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Administer Linux from XP Pro?
Mark Lanctot Wrote: Given the recent weather, this has me wondering - how do you manage that? Do you use a UPS? UPS on my fileserver, UPS on my big fish tank, UPS on my home theater, UPS on my main system, battery in the laptop! Power outages are rare in Eugene but I use them for line conditioning too. My router's current uptime is only 36 days and the fileserver is at 54 days. Until I have an efficient means of transferring video over the network to a display along with surround sound I won't be touching the fileserver. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25891 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Most SB's Running On Your Network
A poll associated with this post was created, to vote and see the results, please visit http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25371 Question: What is the most SBs you have had running on your network (at the same time)? - Only One - Two - Three - Four - Five - Six or Seven - Eight or Nine - Ten to Twenty - More than Twenty! Two. Waiting for another $100 of two special for 2 more. Then save some pennies and get 2 more. I want one for work. Need at least 5 at home. In all reality, what excuse is there to NOT want one in every room?! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25371 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: NAS vs Linux box
gusi Wrote: You gotto love the Ubuntu package manager though. Surely you mean apt-get. Just kidding. Don't forget to edit your /etc/apt/sources.list for more packages. Search the Ubuntu forums for mplayer so you can add all that to your sources.list too. Then you've have nearly anything at your fingertips. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25340 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: NAS vs Linux box
With Core Duo 2 coming out this month I'd build a new box. I just recenty rebuilt my fileserver with expanded storage using a 3Ware IDE RAID controller that allowed me to use existing drives around the house to build a RAID5 array. 3Ware is a hardware RAID controller and works like a charm in linux. Personally, I keep my OS on a seperate boot drive. Reason being, if you grow tired of a certain distro and/or it's capabilities you don't have to lose your data drives. SMEserver and ClarkConnect both have a web interface to configure shares and other services. I know CC also offers Webmin since I'm using it. A NAS will offer simple setup, likely require SATA drives, consume less power (which could lead to overall performance issues with updating your database or browsing your music via the web interface), likely be quieter. So, yeah, pros and cons for sure. If I had the money I'd love to play with an Infrant ReadyNAS. All things considered, all I spent (on Ebay) was $250 for the parts I didn't already have (motherboard with 64bit PCI and 3Ware RAID card). -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25340 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: NAS vs Linux box
Well, if you're a CLI junkie and want UNIX familiarity on Linux checkout Slackware. You can install Webmin on Slackware or do everything you need via SSH. Also, checkout package managers like Swaret and Slapt-get and don't forget to visit linuxpackages.net for more. Personally, I think you'd enjoy Slackware the most out of any linux distro. Text based install. Slick and fast. My only complaint - still defaults to a 2.4 kernel. Lastly, look into LVMS if you're going to use your onboard IDE controllers for multiple hard drives. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=25340 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: How many SlimDevices units have been sold?
If anybody needs space for mirroring their plugins I'm happy to help. My site gets 5GB of space and I'm using about 500MB. Also get 25GB traffic each month. All for less than $4 a month. As for figures, I'd estimate less than 25% of owners are forum partakers. I'd also figure at least 25% of members to have more than one SB. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24414 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Mac Mini - the SB Killer
Ah, headless linux fileserver out in the garage with half a terabyte of failsafe storage - Priceless! My Mac Mini with a tiny laptop hard drive - sitting in my desk drawer collecting dust. My SB2 and SB3 - used DAILY. Oh, and why not mention the POS Roku HD1001 I had before a Squeezebox since it's so much cheaper than a SB. It SUCKED!! Slower than molasses in Canada. Good job trolling. When the VFD is ready for the Mac let me know. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24605 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Mac Mini - the SB Killer
Check your PM thepainter. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24605 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Incorrect time?
Check the time on the server. Daylight savings? Reboot? CMOS battery? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24469 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: FreeNAS server
Cannot run Slimserver on it (yet). A member is working on it. I'm trying to work on it too but don't seem to have time or hardware that wants to cooperate with FreeBSD. Do a search for FreeNAS on the forums. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24346 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: New promos on www.slimdevices.com
How about the $100 off two? I'd much rather have a more affordable Squeezebox than RCA cables I'd never use. I'm nearing the time when I need to buy more Squeezeboxes! The garage needs one and I need one at work. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=24050 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Anyone looking to sell their old Squeezebox?
Where in Oregon and how much do you want? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23931 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
In the winter time I have it going to keep the house warm. Thanks for the reminder. I need to start my clients back up but I'm already on a team so no TeamSlim for me. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23766 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: CD burning software
Okay, I'll admit the interface has gone down hill. My habit is to go straight for Nero Burning ROM and skip all the other crap. Then again, I have NeroLinux too and certainly enjoy that. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23743 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Delete song from SB menu
Why not just deny write access to your music folder? Just read and execute. Have your playlists save to a seperate writeable folder. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23755 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: CD burning software
Check Nero. It does nearly anything. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23743 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Poll: What is your library size and hardware
Your music library contains 206 albums with 2422 songs by 673 artists. Too many Various Artists albums that screw things up. Athlon XP2200, 512, 160GB SoftRAID mirror, 30GB boot drive, Intel Pro100, Slackware current. Small music collection compared to many of y'all. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=23701 ___ discuss mailing list discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Help me find heaven
Pale Blue Ego Wrote: Completely weatherproof - a magazine did a test where they completely immersed the speakers in a tub and they kept playing fine. They sound good, too. Me wonders if the fish would like some music in their little 150 gallon tank! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22930 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: A Silly Poll
OMG!! Ponies!!! There, now you'd never guess I just turned 29 a week ago. Oh, male too but that wasn't a poll option. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22941 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Kudos from an old timer
Tempting. I'm sure those old ones would be snapped right up by nearly anyone. I'd be interested in one depending upon your asking price. Surely, even the old Slimp3 has a fair going price on Ebay and the likes. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22456 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Slow Response From SlimServer
Using a different shell won't affect your network share including your printer. You just lost the traditional look of Windows. How many processes on startup? Under MSCONFIG go to the Services tab, check hide all MS services and see what else is hiding around. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22351 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Slow Response From SlimServer
Set your wallpaper to None, under Control Panel, System, Performance click Adjust for best performance. Windows itself is a resource hog. Try a different shell like Litestep instead of Explorer if it's not being used as an active workstation. Also, be sure not to be running crap like Norton or McAfee. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22351 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Exercise bikes and wireless?
I got it! Wrap the bike in aluminum foil! Actually, that may not be a bad idea, if you can isolate the unit spewing EMI try to cover it with a box lined with aluminum foil. It wouldn't cost you more than $2 to try and I'd love to hear the result. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22206 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Exercise bikes and wireless?
was the bike on the same circuit as the squeezebox? That has to be one bad piece of exercise equipment if it puts out that much interference. Are you using a wireless connection with the SB? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22206 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Audio-Snobs
begin Troll Roku owners end Troll kdf Wrote: On 12-Mar-06, at 1:47 PM, jonheal wrote: The guy's a paying customer! who isnt? -k -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22009 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Audio-Snobs
A troll's native habitat is actually Slashdot. As for audiophiles, everyone has their thing. It's like people asking me what kind of computer I would buy. Like asking a Euro cyclist if they like Shimano. Like well, you get it. To each their own. So stick around and help out or ask your questions under General, Beginners, or another thread not labled Audiophiles. Hell, I don't go there because I don't care for elistist snobs either. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=22009 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Place alarm item at the top of SB2 menus?
Under your player preferences you can click on Menu and at least bring Settings up to or near the top. At least that'll reduce the number of button pushes. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21712 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Roku M500 + slimserver + flac/320CBR mp3 = breakups?
Bill Burns Wrote: Umm, Firefox is a direct descendant, via Mozilla, of the Netscape browser, which came *long* before Internet Explorer. IE is the wannabe. *ahem* Mosaic *ahem* Wait, I thought this thread was about the piss poor performance of the Roku devices? FWIW, I do still own an HD1 but returned the M1001. High-def pics on the plasma are pretty cool. It ain't good for much else. Maybe if Roku *WROTE THEIR OWN SOFTWARE* instead of hitching a ride their products would be better. Of course their prices wouldn't be as low. Another note, I'm glad Slimdevices isn't on the shelf of every BestBuy and Circus City. The product has grown leaps and bounds in the last few years and works beautifully as is. I've recommended them to other people but certainly not for a technophobe. Last thing we need is a forum full of users that don't know where the Start button is. As far as the browser holy war, I've never even seen Slimserver in Internet Exploder so I'm not complaining. Then again, I'd need an available Windows box to do that. So... how does it render in Opera? Finally, just for the sake of funny holy wars... nano roxxors vi and emacs. LOL!! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21322 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Roku M500 + slimserver + flac/320CBR mp3 = breakups?
FWIW, I had a Roku M1000 for a short time (about a week). After picking up the Squeezeobx and seeing a HUGE performance difference I IMMEDIATELY repackaged the Roku and returned it. There is just no comparing them. If you want to justify the $250 then buy two without wireless and it's only $200 each AND you get a VFD display. The M500 is LCD. Trust me, you'll thank everyone here if you do. If the $100 off for two promo isn't going still then kindly ask Sean if he'll do it for you. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21322 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Skips like Crazy
Two things to try: If you're running a 6.2.1 upgrade to a nightly 6.2.2. There is a memory leak in 6.2.1 Second, on the web interface, go to Player Settings, Audio, and change your LAME settings to see if that affects playback. Bon chance! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=21259 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Songbird
Only thing is you're still buying compressed music and whatever they decide to encode at. At least it supports various stores and should make it's way to linux. Does anybody sell raw wav files? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20909 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: no space left on device
Thanks Dan. Is a rebuild or newer version of Perl needed? I went to use a 6.2 nightly and got a bunch of errors. I'll look into again tomorrow. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20734 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Speaker Recommendation for non-audiophile
I got it!!Self powered, no sub... http://www.klipsch.com/product/product.aspx?cid=876 Klispsch!! OR... what I'm using in my bedroom is the speakers that came with my plasma and a Sonic T-Amp (got mine from Thinkgeek.com for $30) with a 12V 1500mA adapter for power. It only outputs 15W a channel but that's enough to drive the speakers for background sound. You can't go wrong with either setup it fits your budget while still being relatively pleasing. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20775 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Buffer drained, pausing playback
FWIW, there's a memory leak in 6.2.1 (at least on linux). I was advised to upgrade to a nightly 6.2.2. Just did that today and everything seems fine so far (SB2/3 firmware needs to be upgraded to v29 too). Your CPU isn't a problem and the SB2/3 have an adequate buffer. I'd be intertested in knowing if the upgrade works for the Mac too. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20783 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Optimizing Slimserver on a dedicated machine
This isn't being written to intentionally advocate Linux over Windows. This is just from experience. My linux box: 1.8Ghz Athlon XP, 512, Slackware 10.2, Slim 6.2.2 series, music playing off two Squeeze's, XMMS, and random file transfers across the network (photos, video). NEVER a hiccup. (This excludes the 'out of space' errors related to 6.2.1) The damned Windows box at work: 2.4Ghz Celery D, 512MB, Slim 6.2.1, only Softsqueeze from another box and some network access. Damn thing drops *ALL* the time. Microsoft's implementation of TCP/IP is borked. Ideally, do a text based install on a distro, don't run X, stick in the corner. Use Intel or 3Com for your network cards if you can. Administer everything through SSH. The web interface is as snappy as can be. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20641 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: 6.2.1-6.2.2 now gets Can't open file for:
Use either Swaret or Slapt-get to get your Slack box up to date. Mine has been brought up from around 9 to 10.2 that way. After which, rebuild the modules, and go. I've never done a rescan or copied config files since it should be looking in ~/.slimserver.conf for settings. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20774 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: no space left on device
I've noticed the errors too. Actually had to reboot my fileserver the other night!! There's a memory leak in something. I've got 512MB, Slackware-current, 1.8Ghz Athlon XP, Slimserver 6.2.1. Today I saw the error on the monitor attached to my server and noticed my Squeezeboxes were both stuck at 9:08AM. When I powered them up they resynced with the server and got the current time. Strange it is. Any ideas appreciated. Does Slim keep logs? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20734 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: NEW! ReadyNAS NV
I saw that yesterday via Tomhardware's News. WOW!! I want one even more now. Finally, the hot swap SATA in a shoebox. And the beauty of it!! I wouldn't want to hide it in a closet! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20678 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Off-topic: zip file expander
For the built-in XP one you can usually right click and Open. If something else is your default then open a folder, go to Tools, Folder Options, File Types, find *.zip, and change the associated program to the Windows program. I'm not in front of a Windows PC to remember exactly what it is called but you should see it. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20531 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Off-topic: zip file expander
www.7-zip.org Straight and simple. Just right-click your zips and extract. Oh, totally completely FREE. Use the source Luke. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20531 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Problem with WinXP?
MarkH Wrote: G. I hate Windows. How could I not comment on that? You mention not using the MS Firewall but are you using any other software firewall such as sNorton Internet Shitcurity or McCrappy? Zonealarm? Reboot the SB and be sure it's getting an internal IP and not a 169? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20365 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Can't connect to web interface @ 127.0.0.1
Using any skins or other add-ons? Is it a fresh install? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20109 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Can't connect to web interface @ 127.0.0.1
Interesting. Have you tried http://localhost:9000 instead? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20109 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Xbox 360
SB is about convienance. They're small, low powered, and have multiple outputs. Xbox is power hungy, potentially loud, and has to have a display. I've thought of getting an older Xbox to mod and use as a media player with my TV but I would still use the SB for 97.5% of my music. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20092 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Swapping wireless card? (repost)
Is there a list of supported cards? Intel, Atheros, RALINK? What mini-pci card can I add to my SB3 and are the antenna connections present? -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=17900 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Swapping wireless card? (repost)
After seeing internal photos from a mod post I open mine up and there is a mini-PCI. Personally I prefer wired since it just works but like knowing the option is there. Thanks for the reply. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=17900 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Nominate Squeezebox as Home Entertainment Device of the Yearon Engadget
We can also show massive support for Slimdevices and leave any other comments wimpering in the dust. Of course if it makes hundreds of people want to buy a Squeezebox then we might experience a network outage again. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=20029 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Slimserver-ready NSLU2 NAS or better?
Native format for the Slug is Ext3, a standard linux filesystem. Mirroring drives on the Slug shouldn't be an issue. I'm fairly certain the Linksys firmware supports it but not sure about the Slug firmwares. Flashing isn't difficult if it's something you're comfortable with. Then again, I've probably flashed over 100 BIOS's, routers, firmwares, etc... My WRT54G doesn't run stock firmware, my Sharp Zaurus has bared witness to other installs, and who knows what else. As for the Mini-ITX stuff, at least with that you have a PCI slot and can choose to use a real RAID controller if you like. You could even run *gasp* Windows if you wanted to! My advice for anyone looking at that solution, the 600Mhz and 800Mhz boxes will run fine with smaller 60W power supplies if you aren't running more than one hard drive and optical drive. The 1Ghz and faster models should have at least an 80W power supply otherwise there's issues with the network initializing. You also have the option of using any ATX power supply. The small 180W Sparkle Power Inc supplies designed for E-mach/HP replacements will run forever and be enough to power the board and at least three to four drives. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19781 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Big performance problems on forums tonight
Are things hosted in the southwest? I read somebody lost 2 lines today affecting CA, AZ, NV, and perhaps more. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19935 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Slimserver-ready NSLU2 NAS or better?
Now that the server is back up Let's not forget the ideal behind SlimDevices and the sqeezebox. The idea is to have a headless server somewhere and not have all your music on a device with a display. Those are called mp3 players (sarcasm). With that in mind, setup a Windows box with RDP/VNC or a linux box with SSH (easier in my opinion) and set the BIOS to halt on no errors so it always boots up completely. To answer somebody's question, I didn't test my Slug before I clocked it where it's supposed to be and lack any skills to solder it back to 133Mhz. Mini-ITX would offer better through put than the NSLU2 simply due to the onboard controller. External hard drives attached would probably funtion at nearly the same speeds. You get a much faster CPU and more RAM with miniITX solutions. For US and probably Canada I recommend logicsupply.com. For UK and others on the other side of the Atlantic go with mini-itx.com -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19781 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: SB3 locking when wirelessly connected
Fluorescent lighting, cordless phones, neighbors cordless phones, even cell phones, large antennas, poor electrical insulation, microwaves, wireless keyboards and mice, and on and on. A ton of stuff generates RF that can cause interference. Surely there's a tool out there to measure it's level around the home. Perhaps measure at various time throughout the day. Personally, I jack in whenever possible. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19613 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Slimserver-ready NSLU2 NAS or better?
The NSLU2 is one slow device. I ran some tests on it *after* I over clocked it and the slug took nearly 4 hours to backup 21GB of data across the network to a USB 2.0 drive enclosure. FWIW, I tested both ways by backing up from the slug to the PC while the drive was NTFS then formatted Ext3 and copied back. It took about 15 minutes less time copying the data back to the drive. Minimal network traffic at the same time. I originally unslung mine but had to revert back to the Linksys firmware to support NTFS until the drive was backed up. Time to re-slung. Reading on the NSLU2 page says browsing is slow but playback is OK. I'm not sure if I'm okay with just OK. For under $200 you should try to take the mini-ITX route! -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=19781 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Linksys WUSB54GS - Nividia Nforce system - crash
What version of Windows? X64 has issues with plenty of USB wireless. Your video card shouldn't matter since it doesn't exist. Is it an X800, 1600, 1800? Also, if you think the wireless is the problem try installing just the driver and not the wireless utility. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18802 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: stange bug: changing volume add songs to playlist
Fixed. Updated the firmware and rebooted. Strange since I just plugged it in yesterday and the first thing you do is update the firmware. Oh well, at least leave it searchable for others. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18805 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Portland Event - (was Re: Seattle Event)
I wanted to thank you again Patrick for stopping in Oregon. I drove up from Eugene to check things out and it was worth the trip. The MacForce staff was friendly and accomodating. I almost didn't find the store as the area was so industrial. I have both the SB2 3 setup and they're great! Got a little bug on the 2 but that'll be another post. These things smoke my crappy little Roku M1001!! They're fast and hella responsive. Any changes you make in the browser to the playlist is instant! The Roku SB lags hardcore when making changes. I'm so glad I'm not the one that paid for the Roku. The only nice thing about the Roku is it's a little metal tube you can use to whack people with. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18774 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] stange bug: changing volume add songs to playlist
Okay, made the title descriptive to help anyone searching. I went through the first 10 pages of posts and searched a few strings and haven't found the answer yet. So, what's my problem? My SB2 behaves a little erratic. When changing the volume or adding songs to the library the screen instantly changes back. I don't think it did that last night. The SB3 definitely doesn't do that. When I change the volume the SB3 stays on that screen for at least a second giving me the chance to see where the volume is and adjust it further. I checked my server settings too. I can't seem to find what's missing or if it was something I caused. Any help is appreciated. Thanks. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18805 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
[slim] Re: Headless Linux DIY contra turnkey NAS
dem Wrote: Yikes, that does suck. A couple years ago I built my own NAS box using a Mini-ITX board, a 3ware RAID card, and 4 Seagate 160 GB PATA drives (which seemed huge at the time) running Fedora Linux. One of the drives failed after a few months and I was able to replace it without any downtime, but the rebuild only took an hour. Dem, you're good. 3Ware is *the* way to go for a RAID setup on an existing PC. The support in linux is there. No freakin' softRAID. I use softRAID on my present file server but it's only RAID1. If I was going to upgrade it I'd go 3Ware and RAID5. As for the Infrant boxes, why run SlimServer on them? Why not throw together a really cheap linux box with a GBit NIC, NFS mount the NAS, then share it!! That'd be smokin'. That's my thoughts and intentions. -- notanatheist notanatheist's Profile: http://forums.slimdevices.com/member.php?userid=2642 View this thread: http://forums.slimdevices.com/showthread.php?t=18555 ___ Discuss mailing list Discuss@lists.slimdevices.com http://lists.slimdevices.com/lists/listinfo/discuss
