Linux-Hardware Digest #436, Volume #10 Mon, 7 Jun 99 23:13:39 EDT
Contents:
Re: Linux and Lexmark 5700 (Grant Taylor)
CPUs: Pentium vs. AMD, etc. (Peter Czoschke)
Re: Kernel Modules Prob (Marc Kandel)
raid-0 HP ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
Dual celeron (j)
Re: Voodoo3 or TNT2? (Chris)
Digital Modems & Linux? (Bob Batson)
Re: scanners for linux? (John Hong)
Linux on Palm-PCs (Christian Kleitsch)
Re: Digital Modems & Linux? (Tsmanlyman)
Re: Amptron P9100 mainboard ?s (Tsmanlyman)
Re: Dual celeron (Tsmanlyman)
USR 005687-03 with jumpers 56k faxmodem staying connected problem (LBJM)
Re: S3 Trio 3D AGP graphic card. (Tsmanlyman)
Re: How do I install a 3com 509? (Tsmanlyman)
Re: good motherboard for K6-2 450 and 350 ("Peter Christy")
Viewsonic G790 Equivalent for XFree86 Setup ... (Flash)
connecting serial ports of two Linux pc's ("Hien Nguyen")
Re: 2U servers (btm77)
Re: CD ROM drive failing suddenly in Linux and Win98 (Larson6768)
Re: Linux doesn't see ide1 (Tsmanlyman)
Re: Problems With Redhat 6.0 and i740 :) Joining the Gang... (Larson6768)
Re: Dual celeron (bryan)
Video memory upgrade? ("Bobby D. Bryant")
Re: 3Com USR 56K FaxModem and RedHat 6.0 (Andy)
Re: RH6.0 + Eicon DIVA ISDN ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
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From: Grant Taylor <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Linux and Lexmark 5700
Date: 07 Jun 1999 17:13:29 -0400
"Frank Kraft" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> writes:
> has anywhere an idea, which driver (or compatible) do I need for
> printing with a lexmark 5700.
There are two drivers known to run the 5700. See this printer's entry
in the Printing HOWTO database (URL below) or skip straight to the
software at http://www.ultranet.com/~setaylor/papers.htm and
http://bimbo.fjfi.cvut.cz/~paluch/l7kdriver/
--
Grant Taylor - gtaylor@picante<dot>com - http://www.picante.com/~gtaylor/
Cellphone information: http://www.picante.com/~gtaylor/cell/
Libretto information: http://www.picante.com/~gtaylor/portable/
Linux Printing HOWTO: http://www.picante.com/~gtaylor/pht/
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From: Peter Czoschke <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: CPUs: Pentium vs. AMD, etc.
Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 16:24:53 -0500
I'm working on outfitting a new system and am trying to choose a
mobo/cpu for it and I was wondering what suggestions people might
have... Does anyone have much experience with PII chips vs. AMD-2 chips
(or other brands)? Does one work better or worse with Linux
(RH5.2/6.0)? I have a whole pile of nice old cases (towers, mid-towers,
etc.) but they all have AT power supplies. I understand that the PII's
usually come on ATX mobo's. Has anyone dealt with these issues?
Advice?
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From: Marc Kandel <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Crossposted-To:
alt.os.linux,ch.comp.os.linux,comp.os.linux.redhat,linux.redhat,linux.redhat.install,linux.redhat.misc
Subject: Re: Kernel Modules Prob
Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 20:02:03 -0400
Alex,
As long as the sound support is compiled as a module you do not need to worry
about settings. My AWE 64 works fine with sound compiled as a module.
Marc
Al Kooz wrote:
> Thanx for your reply Richard
>
> I have a SoundBlaster AWE 32 PnP (with 8Mb Ram). Does it make a difference
> at all how I configure the kernel and how how it then compiles the modules?
> I mean I know that it makes a difference in what modules are compiled at
> all, but I didn't know that there was several options to compile a certain
> module. Could it be that ?
>
> Alex
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: raid-0 HP
Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 21:04:15 GMT
I want to install Linux on a Kayak pc. It has a FastRaid card which
supports Raid 0/1. Has anyone configured Linux to run with this
card/controller?
Also, If I add another harddrive, can I boot both Linux and NT? Are
there any restrictions (who must go first, what drives to who, ....)
Thanks
PS: pls email to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
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Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 17:12:03 -0700
From: j <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Dual celeron
Looking at building a dual processor box to run BeOS and Linux. Not too
interested in pentium II or III because of cost. Can celeron processors
be used on dual slot 1 board?
thanks
j.
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From: Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Voodoo3 or TNT2?
Date: 8 Jun 1999 00:31:17 GMT
Actually, my impression is somewhat of the opposite; Nvidia has released
all of the source code for their chipsets, but 3dfx still has only allowed
Daryll Strauss access to their developer specs. So in other words, there's
only one person working on Linux support for 3dfx, while Nvidia has
released basically everything (according to what I've read).
Now the reason why I ask my question is because basically, I want to see
which has a "better chance" on Linux. I'm guessing it will probably be
Nvidia for now since their code is open and their cards have support for
large textures and can render in 32-bit color. Any opinions, anyone?
Louis Plouffe wrote:
>
> Pros and Cons
>
> The only difference for now is that the V3 have more 'mature' drivers
OpenGL
> in Linux. The Nvidia drivers are very 'young' and maybe, with the time,
all
> the feature and benefict of this card.
>
> (scuse for my approx. english!)
>
>
>
> Chris <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> a �crit dans le message :
> 7ja96j$v$[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> > Now that there is support for 3D acceleration on Voodoo3 and TNT2
> hardware,
> > does anyone have any opinions on which 3D card I should get? I'm aware
> > that Voodoo3 only supports up to 256x256 textures and only does 16-bit
> > color, but I also read that the current Nvidia Linux drivers only
support
> > 16-bit color anyway. Any corrections and recommendations would be
greatly
> > appreciated; price is not an issue at this point in time.
> >
> > ------------------ Posted via SearchLinux ------------------
> > http://www.searchlinux.com
>
>
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Bob Batson)
Subject: Digital Modems & Linux?
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Date: Tue, 08 Jun 1999 00:51:13 GMT
Can anyone tell me about a 56K external digital modem that works with
Linux?
I want to use this modem in a dial-up connection to my ISP and all I've
found so far is a internal MultiTech MT5634ZPX. It has an ISA interface
& gets 56K on downloads only from a V.90 server.
Bob Batson
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (John Hong)
Subject: Re: scanners for linux?
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:03:09 GMT
Peter Bismuti ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) wrote:
: Are there any scanners that work *very well* with Linux??
It's not really a question if they work well with Linux, it is
more if they work well with SANE (Scanner Access Now Easy). Check out
their website (do a Yahoo search for SANE).
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From: Christian Kleitsch <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Crossposted-To:
comp.os.linux.development.system,comp.os.linux.misc,comp.os.linux.development.apps
Subject: Linux on Palm-PCs
Date: Wed, 02 Jun 1999 15:48:39 -0700
Hello everybody!
As far as I know, a Linux version for the Palm Pilot and even one for
the Atari Portofolio has been already developed. Did anybody start to
develop a 'Pocket Linux' for Palm-size PCs? (I mean this devices running
now WinCE)
If not, I would like to know if there is a way to synchronize
(appointments and to-do list would be enough ;) such a device with a
Unix-box.
Thanx,
Christian
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tsmanlyman)
Subject: Re: Digital Modems & Linux?
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:13:17 GMT
Try at Multi-tech's web site. I had the MT5634ZPX modem you mentioned, and it
wasn't bad. I kinda liked it. They probly have another offering that could be
what yer lookin' for.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tsmanlyman)
Subject: Re: Amptron P9100 mainboard ?s
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:22:23 GMT
You may have a problem with the built-in video, and for the ethernet, enable
hardware flow control. It's possible to kill both of your machines even with a
10mb NIC.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tsmanlyman)
Subject: Re: Dual celeron
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:14:57 GMT
Yes. Be careful, tho. Sometimes you need the 370 kit (20 to 40 bucks).
Remember, there's more than 1 model Celeron, and if you have to buy the kit,
you might as well buy the PII
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (LBJM)
Crossposted-To: comp.os.linux.questions
Subject: USR 005687-03 with jumpers 56k faxmodem staying connected problem
Date: 07 Jun 1999 16:12:31 PDT
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I read the previous post about the the 568702 mine is 568703 and I have
jumpers but my problem is not getting connected its staying connect hell
I have to use windows just to send this post. I have jumpers on my modem
but I cant stay connected under linux at all I get protocol reject and
the like here look how do I fix this problem??
LBJM
Jun 3 03:59:00 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x69) received
Jun 3 03:59:01 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x2e) received
Jun 3 03:59:03 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x6e) received
Jun 3 03:59:04 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:05 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:06 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x34) received
Jun 3 03:59:07 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:10 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:12 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x34) received
Jun 3 03:59:16 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:24 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x34) received
Jun 3 03:59:29 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:44 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x3) received
Jun 3 03:59:44 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x20) received
Jun 3 03:59:48 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x55) received
Jun 3 04:01:47 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x55) received
Jun 3 04:01:52 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x37) received
Jun 3 04:02:02 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x33) received
Jun 3 04:02:22 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x63) received
Jun 3 04:03:07 LBJM pppd[2193]: Unsupported protocol (0x32) received
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tsmanlyman)
Subject: Re: S3 Trio 3D AGP graphic card.
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:25:42 GMT
go here : http//:www.XFree86.org/
You can get the supported card listings here. If you have an S3-based card,
chances are that it's good to go with the standard S3 server. If not, you may
have to actually *buy* a commercial server for it. (ick)
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tsmanlyman)
Subject: Re: How do I install a 3com 509?
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:16:49 GMT
Check the online docs that came with RedHat. It's in there. Read the Network
Admin's guide and the Ethernet HOWTOS
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From: "Peter Christy" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: good motherboard for K6-2 450 and 350
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 1999 23:48:09 +0100
I'm using an Asus P5AB with a K6-2 350 overclocked to 400. No problems to
report at all!
Pete
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote in message <7jh1e3$ttg$[EMAIL PROTECTED]>...
>Any suggestions on a decent mobo for my K6-2? I'm getting a 350 and a
>450 to build 2 systems.
>
>
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Flash)
Crossposted-To: comp.os.linux.misc,comp.os.linux.x
Subject: Viewsonic G790 Equivalent for XFree86 Setup ...
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:10:58 GMT
Reply-To: Flash <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Hey,
Just got a nice 19" Viewsonic G790 Monitor. I need to upgrade the video card
to take full advantage of the higher-res modes, but for the time being, I am
running in 1024x768 on the S3 server, 16bpp.
My question is, since the monitor is not listed in the XFree86Setup, is there
a monitor I could choose which would match the settings of my own monitor
to very closely.
Thanks for any help.
--
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From: "Hien Nguyen" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: connecting serial ports of two Linux pc's
Date: Mon, 7 Jun 1999 21:26:07 -0400
Hi everyone,
I have two Linux pc's linked by 10/100BT ethernet and I am looking for a
program that can connect the serial ports of the two pc's together. In other
words, data input to one serial port would appear at the output of the
serial port of the Linux pc at the other end and vice versa. Any info is
very much appreciated.
Hien Nguyen
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From: btm77 <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: 2U servers
Date: Tue, 08 Jun 1999 01:21:31 GMT
Chris Mauritz wrote:
>
> Tony Platt <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> > Chris Mauritz wrote in message ...
> >>Has anyone had good experiences with "off the shelf" 2U rackmount servers
> >>and Redhat Linux? I've been using the Compaq 1850R, but those just aren't
> >>dense enough (3RU). I've been looking at the HP LPR, but it only supports
> >>2 hot swap drives (making a minimal 3 drive RAID 5 array impossible).
>
> > What about having the servers 2U and the drives in an external Rackmount
> > case ???
> > with several scsi bus inside the storage case??
>
> > Something like the Proliant storage system with the duplex option. But in
> > your case maybe 4 bus ??
>
> > Eight drives in the older ones, or possibly more in the newer ones.
>
> > That would give you 3 ea say in a 12 drive case or maybe a 9 drive case.
>
> I did think of that. However, if you need a 4U external drive cabinet
> for every 4 2U servers, we're back to square one (12RU for 4 servers).
> I'm tempted to roll my own with a passive backplane board and one of
> those dual-PII/PIII single board bx computers, but I'd rather use an
> existing design if I can get away with it.
>
> C
> --
> Christopher Mauritz
> [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Why don't you get yourself a really nice looking
43U 600x800 HF1 Euro-Rack.
-Btm77
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Larson6768)
Subject: Re: CD ROM drive failing suddenly in Linux and Win98
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:28:40 GMT
I'm having the same problems with RH6 and Win95, only not as bad. I get a
similar message in Linux:
> ide0: BM-DMA at 0x3000-0x3007, BIOS settings: hda:pio, hdb:pio
> ide1: BM-DMA at 0x3008-0x300f, BIOS settings: hdc:pio, hdd:pio
>hda: WDC AC31600H, ATA DISK drive
>hdb: WDC AC34000L, ATA DISK drive
But then I get an additional message about successfully resetting the drive and
then everything works fine.
However, I'm not so lucky in Win95. Trying to Explore my CDROM usually causes
the entire system to crash....
If you find out the problem, I'd love to hear from you.
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Tsmanlyman)
Subject: Re: Linux doesn't see ide1
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:36:50 GMT
Check the back of the drive to see if it's set at master or slave. That seems
to be the most common problem. As a side note... I have one up and running no
prob so it should detect it right off :)
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Larson6768)
Subject: Re: Problems With Redhat 6.0 and i740 :) Joining the Gang...
Date: 8 Jun 1999 01:40:28 GMT
Me too!!!
If you find a solution, please e-mail me!!!!
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From: bryan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Dual celeron
Date: Tue, 08 Jun 1999 01:53:30 GMT
j <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
: Looking at building a dual processor box to run BeOS and Linux. Not too
: interested in pentium II or III because of cost. Can celeron processors
: be used on dual slot 1 board?
with the right surgery or slotkets, yes. I run 3 dual cel 300a
systems at home - love 'em! ;-)
which mobo are you choosing? I found the asus p2b-d to be the least
trouble for dual cel's.
if you o/c them you should expect to bump the voltage up to 2.2. all
mine needed this.
the asus board has a 66/100 jumper. this helps a lot. other brands
force you to cut a trace or deal with a bios error msg that makes you
HIT A KEY TO CONTINUE (nasty for offsite servers...)
--
Bryan [at] Grateful.Net
http://www.Grateful.Net
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From: "Bobby D. Bryant" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Crossposted-To: comp.os.linux.x
Subject: Video memory upgrade?
Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 21:17:43 -0500
For a 2D/3D card such as the Millenium G200, would a memory upgrade help
with the 3D acceleration?
Is there any way to tell how much of the card's memory you are actually
using?
Bobby Bryant
Austin, Texas
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From: Andy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: 3Com USR 56K FaxModem and RedHat 6.0
Date: Mon, 07 Jun 1999 19:25:46 -0500
I have the same modem and recently got it working under RH 5.2
Breathe a sigh of relief, it is NOT a Winmodem.
The board itself is set to IRQ 12 and Address 0x03e8. Use these settings
in isapnp.conf and configure your /dev/cua2 to these. If you need further
help doing this, just ask or e-mail me at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Andy
Jonathan Bruce wrote:
> Hi,
>
> Can any give me some tips as to how I get get this modem working with
> RedHat Linux 6.0. It's an internel ISA modem (product code 568702)- so
> is it a WinModem, thus rendering it useless for Linux ?? I can't seem
> to find this out from the 3Com site or the documentation :-(
>
> If anyone can give me a few pointers as to how I can setup this modem,
> I'd really appreciate it !
>
> Cheers
>
> -Jonathan
>
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Re: RH6.0 + Eicon DIVA ISDN
Date: Tue, 08 Jun 1999 01:21:11 GMT
Hi,
You may want to check out the Web site 'ISDN Solutions for Linux'
http://www.muc.de/~hm/linux/linux-isdn.html
Regards,
HO Soo-Khim
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
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In article <7iu055$3ti$[EMAIL PROTECTED]>,
"Wouter Bovelander" <wbovelander*SPONAM*@antares.nl> wrote:
> Hi,
>
> I have installed RedHat6.0 and I would like to know how to determine
whether
> Linux has recognized my ISDN card.
>
> Any information is appreciated.
>
> Wouter
>
>
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