Re: [SLUG] shopping carts?
Dini wrote: Hi, I'm going to run a shopping cart on my web site. Is there an Open Source Shopping Cart that is idoit friendly and is ok for Au banks? thanks. D You want OpenFreeway. http://www.openfreeway.org/ -- Del Babel Com Australia http://www.babel.com.au/ -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] Overheating
My computer crashed today and I have finally apt-get install sensors-applet I found out that my temperature is exceeding 80 on both CPUs under load and is always sitting at 76 for the GPU I have pulled off and cleaned the fan for the CPU but I have not done anything about the grease. Will this make a lot of difference? Thanks Ken -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] custom kernel throws dpkg error
After installing VMWare-Server following this howto: http://www.howtoforge.com/how-to-install-vmware-server-1.0.x-on-an-ubuntu-9.10-desktop-p2 I now get this every time I do *any* apt-get install: snip Failed to process /etc/kernel/postinst.d at /var/lib/dpkg/info/linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom.postinst line 1186. dpkg: error processing linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom (--configure): subprocess installed post-installation script returned error exit status 2 snip ldconfig deferred processing now taking place Errors were encountered while processing: linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom E: Sub-process /usr/bin/dpkg returned an error code (1) Everything appears to work OK. The custom kernel runs and boots etc. I've also got an NVIDIA graphics driver installed.. which might be implicated. I've had a look at line 1186 referred to above but my hacking skills are way below requirements. Google hasn't helped so far. Any suggestions? thanks.. David. -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] Overheating
Well the grease is needed as it facilitates a higher efficiency of heat transfer from the chip to the heatsink. Is this a laptop or a desktop PC? What are the CPU and GPU chips? On 31 January 2010 20:32, Ken Foskey kfos...@tpg.com.au wrote: My computer crashed today and I have finally apt-get install sensors-applet I found out that my temperature is exceeding 80 on both CPUs under load and is always sitting at 76 for the GPU I have pulled off and cleaned the fan for the CPU but I have not done anything about the grease. Will this make a lot of difference? Thanks Ken -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] Overheating
Ken Foskey wrote: My computer crashed today and I have finally apt-get install sensors-applet I found out that my temperature is exceeding 80 on both CPUs under load and is always sitting at 76 for the GPU I have pulled off and cleaned the fan for the CPU but I have not done anything about the grease. Will this make a lot of difference? Thanks Ken 76 for the GPU isn't uncommon, they run pretty hot as a rule. what is the case temperature, if you can post photos of inside your box along with specs on the components people can probably advise better. you only need the grease if you have taken the heatsink off. check that the heatsink is properly seated, with intel CPU fans sometimes the heatsink can click and feel like its in place but infact its not doing much. They are very much not a zero force item, if your not freaking about breaking something when you push the pins in your probably not pushing hard enough. (although I am a big wuss when it comes to leaning on a screwdriver over a $200 motherboard ;-) -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] Overheating
I think youll find that this grease is actually a special highly thermal conductive fluid - which is designed to improve contact between the cpu and the heatsink Check that the cpu fan is working, (cables could be blocking it), also examine the air flow through your case. You could consider buying an aftermarket heatsink and cpu fan. Dean Ken Foskey wrote: My computer crashed today and I have finally apt-get install sensors-applet I found out that my temperature is exceeding 80 on both CPUs under load and is always sitting at 76 for the GPU I have pulled off and cleaned the fan for the CPU but I have not done anything about the grease. Will this make a lot of difference? Thanks Ken -- http://fragfest.com.au -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] custom kernel throws dpkg error
why not use KVM or virtualbox? Dean david wrote: After installing VMWare-Server following this howto: http://www.howtoforge.com/how-to-install-vmware-server-1.0.x-on-an-ubuntu-9.10-desktop-p2 I now get this every time I do *any* apt-get install: snip Failed to process /etc/kernel/postinst.d at /var/lib/dpkg/info/linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom.postinst line 1186. dpkg: error processing linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom (--configure): subprocess installed post-installation script returned error exit status 2 snip ldconfig deferred processing now taking place Errors were encountered while processing: linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom E: Sub-process /usr/bin/dpkg returned an error code (1) Everything appears to work OK. The custom kernel runs and boots etc. I've also got an NVIDIA graphics driver installed.. which might be implicated. I've had a look at line 1186 referred to above but my hacking skills are way below requirements. Google hasn't helped so far. Any suggestions? thanks.. David. -- http://fragfest.com.au -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] Overheating
On 02/02/10 14:35, Jake Anderson wrote: 76 for the GPU isn't uncommon, they run pretty hot as a rule. what is the case temperature, if you can post photos of inside your box along with specs on the components people can probably advise better. I tend to agree — just running Compiz on this box causes my GPU to run pretty hot. My GeForce 7900 GS is sitting at 65°C over here, according to nvidia-settings. Ken, when you take the heatsink off the CPU, it can actually *worsen* the heat conductivity if you don't re-apply the thermal paste (what I presume you meant by grease) afterwards, because when it's re-seated, it won't be contacting properly and thus not transferring heat as efficiently. signature.asc Description: OpenPGP digital signature -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] Further to the USB Modem installation.
On 28 January 2010 15:37, Peter Hardy pe...@hardy.dropbear.id.au wrote: On Thu, 2010-01-28 at 15:22 +1100, wbenn...@turing.une.edu.au wrote: ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=1147685 which is headed How to install modem ZTE MF626 HSDPA in Jaunty. It involves getting the latest modeswitch, installing same and then editing it to recognise a modem. This is exactly the process I followed to get one of these dongles working in 9.04. No problems at all. Last week a colleague went to a Telstra shop with his HP laptop, followed the instructions in that link and managed to connect using it. --Amos -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] shopping carts?
Hi, Have you tried osCommerce? http://www.oscommerce.com/ Regards Rodolfo Martínez Dirección de Proyectos Aleux México | http://www.aleux.com On Wed, Jan 27, 2010 at 11:53 PM, Dini des...@yahoo.com.au wrote: Hi, I'm going to run a shopping cart on my web site. Is there an Open Source Shopping Cart that is idoit friendly and is ok for Au banks? thanks. D Your manuscript is both good and original; but the part that is good is not original and the part that is original is not good - Samuel Johnson. desinQ __ Yahoo!7: Catch-up on your favourite Channel 7 TV shows easily, legally, and for free at PLUS7. www.tv.yahoo.com.au/plus7 -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] custom kernel throws dpkg error
Dean Hamstead wrote: why not use KVM or virtualbox? Dean It needs to work immediately, using the existing VMWare virtual machine. It *is* working in VMWare, so going through the process of converting to virtualbox is a project for when I get around to it (yes.. it's on my TODO list). I don't know how hard it is, but I know it needs to be at least thought about. Of course, that begs the question [1] what do I do after I install virtualbox, no longer need VMWare, but still have the custom kernel? Can I just remove it using dpkg without screwing my system? thanks David. [1] ... for the pedants.. I know that's incorrect usage of begs the question but it sounds good. david wrote: After installing VMWare-Server following this howto: http://www.howtoforge.com/how-to-install-vmware-server-1.0.x-on-an-ubuntu-9.10-desktop-p2 I now get this every time I do *any* apt-get install: snip Failed to process /etc/kernel/postinst.d at /var/lib/dpkg/info/linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom.postinst line 1186. dpkg: error processing linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom (--configure): subprocess installed post-installation script returned error exit status 2 snip ldconfig deferred processing now taking place Errors were encountered while processing: linux-image-2.6.31.6-custom E: Sub-process /usr/bin/dpkg returned an error code (1) Everything appears to work OK. The custom kernel runs and boots etc. I've also got an NVIDIA graphics driver installed.. which might be implicated. I've had a look at line 1186 referred to above but my hacking skills are way below requirements. Google hasn't helped so far. Any suggestions? thanks.. David. -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] Re: slug Digest, Vol 49, Issue 1
On Tuesday 02 February 2010 12:53:19 slug-requ...@slug.org.au wrote: My computer crashed today and I have finally apt-get install sensors-applet I found out that my temperature is exceeding 80 on both CPUs under load and is always sitting at 76 for the GPU I have pulled off and cleaned the fan for the CPU but I have not done anything about the grease. Will this make a lot of difference? There is much BS here. Boot the machine and bios-hardware monitor Check temps and fan speeds Now boot and sensors-prefs select the sensors that give you the correct readings. Now at last you can worry if need be. You may need to run sensors-select to prime the list note too that if you use the on chip sensors the temp can fluctuate 10-15 deg in 1 sec, logic notwithstanding but by ear you can hear the fan ramp up-n-down in sync. James -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] SCLUG UoW Installfest
G'day, This is a call for volunteers for the Annual Installfest run by SCLUG (South Coast Linux Users Group) for the Informatics Students of the University of Wollongong. This is a focused installfest to assist students to create a dual boot box for themselves so they have access to the same linux at home as they have in the labs. As some students are reticent to risk their boxes the University is going to have some play boxes available for students to do installs on. There will be two sessions on Saturday 20th March, 2010. (total time frame 9am - 5pm, exact time details yet to be advised) Anybody who can assist on one, both, or part there of is most welcome. Please contact me off list. Regards, Ashley signature.asc Description: OpenPGP digital signature -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] On making a hotkey.
Is it possible to make a shortcut key (hotkey?) to speed up repetitive tasks? For example--- Go into external hard drive, open a new file = F3 Feeble example, I know, but I'm backing up the CD collection and anything's a help. I'm told it can't be done. William Bennett. -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] Re: slug Digest, Vol 49, Issue 1
On Tuesday 02 February 2010 12:53:19 slug-requ...@slug.org.au wrote: 76 for the GPU isn't uncommon, they run pretty hot as a rule. what is the case temperature, if you can post photos of inside your box along with specs on the components people can probably advise better. I tend to agree — just running Compiz on this box causes my GPU to run pretty hot. My GeForce 7900 GS is sitting at 65°C over here, according to nvidia-settings. Ken, when you take the heatsink off the CPU, it can actually worsen the heat conductivity if you don't re-apply the thermal paste (what I presume you meant by grease) afterwards, because when it's re-seated, it won't be contacting properly and thus not transferring heat as efficiently. Ken just to re-iterate much BS abounds, and it seems that urban myth is rife: temp1 and temp2 are real. temp3 is BS. You really need a calibration point. If the CPU was not seated properly it would explode in a fireball (I've been told millions of times - don't exagerate) (but it will fail in seconds) Silicone grease gives a perceptibly better bond than the built-in grey goop but there is little in it. [tigger] /home/jam [53]% uptime 1:08pm up 15 days 19:54, 1 user, load average: 0.06, 0.06, 0.08 You have mail in /var/mail/jam [tigger] /home/jam [54]% sensors k8temp-pci-00c3 Adapter: PCI adapter Core0 Temp: +6.0°C Core0 Temp: +8.0°C Core1 Temp: +4.0°C Core1 Temp: -3.0°C it8718-isa-0228 Adapter: ISA adapter in0: +1.12 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in1: +1.84 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in2: +3.31 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in3: +2.98 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in4: +3.14 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in5: +3.20 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in6: +4.08 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) ALARM in7: +3.31 V (min = +0.00 V, max = +4.08 V) in8: +3.12 V fan1: 1753 RPM (min = 10 RPM) fan2: 0 RPM (min =0 RPM) fan3: 0 RPM (min =0 RPM) temp1: +40.0°C (low = +127.0°C, high = +127.0°C) sensor = transistor temp2: +32.0°C (low = +127.0°C, high = +60.0°C) sensor = thermal diode temp3: +85.0°C (low = +127.0°C, high = +127.0°C) sensor = transistor James -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
[SLUG] Re: Overheating
Hi Ken, My 256Mb Nvidia card is sitting on 70C and doing little. According to the Nvidia settings it doesn't hit the 'slowdown threshold' until 130C (!) HDDs (three) appear to be around 43C to 46C Regards, Patrick -- Sent to you by Gnu/Linux -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
Re: [SLUG] On making a hotkey.
wbennett == wbennett wbenn...@turing.une.edu.au writes: wbennett Is it possible to make a shortcut key (hotkey?) to speed up wbennett repetitive tasks? For example--- Yes it is possible. How to do it depends on what desktop you're running. Your window manager should allow you to set keys and assign actions to them, although some give more flexibility than others --- for example, you can do almost anything with twm and its descendents tvtwm, piewm etc; but windowmaker seems a lot more limited. If your window manager can't assign arbitrary scripts to arbitrary keys, you can try the utilities keylaunch or hotkeys. Note that none of these work unless you have X running --- i.e., they don't work over ssh, telnet, serial port, or VT console. I personally like keylaunch. After installing it, create a file called .keylaunchrc in your home directory. Each line in the file looks something like this:L key=*..F1:xterm key=*..F2:ssh -f -X -A home.com.au xterm -t home.com.au Your example, Go into external hard drive, open a new file = F3 could be: key=...F3:dtemacs `mktemp --tmpdir /media/sda1 fileXX` which will start a new instance of emacs, or invoke an existing one, on a new file called /media/sda1/file12344567 (where the Xs have been replaced by random numbers). Individual programs have their own ways to set keyboard shortcuts, too. Emacs is very seasy to customise, as is vi. I don't know what programs you're trying to use. Peter C -- SLUG - Sydney Linux User's Group Mailing List - http://slug.org.au/ Subscription info and FAQs: http://slug.org.au/faq/mailinglists.html
