Technology and Stuff
So I was able to get Mythbuntu 8.04.1 and my old Hauppauge Wintv card working together, however I ran into a few problems. These are: 1) I wasn’t able to convert the nuv files to mpeg or avi so that my Xbox 360 can play them. However, when I press Transcode in Mythweb and download …
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Stunnel setup (Windows) 1) Download Stunnel from www.stunnel.org/download/binaries.html and install the program. After installation, go to Start -> Programs -> Stunnel -> Service Install. A confirmation message stating the service has been installed. 2) Go to Start -> Programs ->Stunnel -> Edit stunnel.conf. Make the following changes: Find “;client = yes” and remove the semicolon …
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Today I received a text message from T-mobile saying if I forward this text message to 10 other people I will be credited $20. However, there was a phone number attached to it. The phone number is 323-273-1226. I asked myself, T-Mobile usually will only attach a 3 digit number if they were to automate …
I created a circuit that utilizes a LM555 and an 4017 that will tell the user when to start brushing a different area. Each led will be on for 30 secs. Parts List: (2)104 Capacitor 10uF Capacitor 2M Pot (2)1k Resistor 4.7k Resistor LM555 4017 (4) Led’s SPST Switch Minimum 5v power supply
Three weeks ago my Seagate 120gb hard drive started to act up. The startup process slowed drastically and gaining access to the hard drive was slow as well. I performed the typical troubleshooting, using tools such as chkdsk and seagate tools with no avail. It was imperative that I gain access to this drive due …
Tools required: Flathead screwdriver Pinnose pliers 1. Unplug the power supply from behind the printer. 2. Tape down the top lid where you scan your documents. 3. Open the printer where you gain access to the printers ink. 4. Notice the two vertical supports. 5. See picture . The black arrows are pointing to the …
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I noticed that I’m getting a ‘scanner failure’ message every time I’ve used the scanner function. To temporarily solve this problem, I did the following 1. Remove the cmos battery. Howto 2. Plugged the power supply into a power strip that has a switch to turn off power. Reason: So you’ll be able to turn …
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1.Press Mode. 2.Press and hold down CLK button. 3.Press the up/tune button.
Lexmark Z52 Problem: Paper does not feed and remains in the paper tray. The roller does not catch the paper yet the roller is operating as though it wants to feed the paper. My Solution: Invert the rubber My other possible solutions are: Replace the rubber. Heat the rubber over a candlelight. Find a way …
No listing or closing fees from Yahoo Auctions. It’s about time Yahoo did this. In my opinion, I feel they can now compete with Ebay since they took away those fees. My prediction is that Ebay will either reduce their fees or go to a no listing or closing fees.Yahoo Auctions