Can’t Connect to DRAC 5 after Firmware Update
I have a DRAC 5 in a Dell PowerEdge 2900. It was working fine on firmware version 1.51, but I was doing some other server updates so decided to update …
How DSL Works
I’ve been working with my ISP and local telco trying to resolve DSL speed issues. In so doing, I’m researching terms like DSLAM, ATM, Redback, etc. Best explanation so far: …
Setting Up QoS for 3CX under Windows 7
As mentioned in the previous post, getting endpoints to apply QoS tagging is only half the battle. We also need the PBX to apply tagging on outbound packets.
Basic QoS Setup on a Cisco SG 200 Switch
I recently purchased a Cisco SG 200-26 gigabit switch to upgrade the office infrastructure. This is a “lightly-managed” switch with a web interface. Here’s what I’ve learned so far about …
Network Cabling and the Not-So-Proverbial Rat’s Nest
I decided to upgrade the in-wall cables in my home office from Category 5 to Category 6. Not a big deal since the conduit is already there, right? Well I …
Holding Off on Exchange 2007 SP3 Rollup Update 3-v2
Today my SBS 2008 box offered to install this optional update: “Update Rollup 3-v2 for Exchange Server 2007 Service Pack 3 (KB2530488)”. After some research, I’ve decided to decline this …
Outlook 2010 Can’t Send Email to Explicit Address
This Outlook 2010 issue has me stumped so far. Looking for feedback/suggestions. I have a contact in Outlook that has two names, e.g. John Doe and Jane Smith. Only John’s …
Is This Driver Legitimate?
A user running Windows 7 Enterprise received this UAC prompt at logon about a driver installation. But she hadn’t attached any devices, so why is a driver trying to install? …
Configure Security Auditing by Subcategory Using Group Policy
I like to be able to review the Windows Security log to see who has logged on to a computer, among other things. This means that I need to audit …
Connect to DRAC II from Windows 7
If you’re still managing an old Dell server that has a DRAC II card, you may have some trouble connecting to it from Windows 7. However it does work, from …