I've decided to just build a 3rd computer to act as a backup server.. the tape drive backup is a fine idea, but I already backup the system to cdrom. I need a 3rd computer to inject to my hub when I feel like taking my main server down. I have many necessary parts, but it seems I have a motherboard that doesn't want to expose itself via monitor. I plug my monitor cable into the video port and nothing happens when I start the system up. I've checked the cables to the HD, and they are fine.. red side = #1 on the receiving side of the motherboard. Anyway, I need a new motherboard but I don't know what kind I should get. This 3rd computer will only be used during downtime of my main server, which will be rare. So I don't want an expensive mother board. What would anyone suggest as a good inexpensive motherboard that supports linux well? I have an old 16 meg ram chip for it (about 3 or 4 years old) that I'd like to use and not have to buy new ram. Thanks. james
