Archive for September, 2009

New DFI Hybrid motherboard runs two computers on one board

by: Gromett September 21, 2009

Following on from my last post regarding the 3 computer systems I need,  this looks like an even better solution. A motherboard from DFI that has an Atom/ION system on one half of the motherboard and a full 775 socket system on the other half. Not only that but they can be independently run/switched off/controlled.  [...]

New computer set up in the design stages

by: Gromett September 17, 2009

I won’t list my current setup but needless to say it is not ideal for fulltiming.  What I really need are the following. Compact but powerful desktop system for when I am on hookup with wifi (so I can play World of Warcraft) A small but usable laptop/nettop A small server for development work. Just [...]

Directional aerial for van roof

by: Gromett September 16, 2009

Following on my my mast locator post,  This is the Aerial I will be fitting.

Right to repair may be the start of something good.

by: Gromett September 16, 2009

A state in the US is trying to push through legislation that will force car manufacturers to release any and all data required to repair a vehicle. Currently modern cars have computers that control and monitor many different functions,  these computers are not serviceable except at the manufacturers own dealerships. The new legislation will require [...]

3G external Aerial and mast locations

by: Gromett September 15, 2009

I am going to be buying an external 3G antennae to mount on my van roof.  To get the best possible speed I am choosing a directional one.  The problem with this is I will need to know what direction the mast is from my van. After much googling I found the Ofcom site this [...]

Self Build Quandry

by: Gromett September 7, 2009

I was going to be doing a self build based on a 7.5T Iveco truck.  Having been fulltiming now for 4 months I am rethinking this.  The size of the truck while not a problem for driving may crimp me in other ways that I am starting to rethink.  I am now looking at using [...]

The cat has gone

by: Gromett September 4, 2009

The owner came round to pick him up this evening,  I am so sad to see him go he has been great company over the last month. I miss him already.  Here is the last picture from this afternoon. Click for full size

Cats owner contacted me because of facebook

by: Gromett September 1, 2009

A friend of mine recognised the cat today as belonging to one of his neighbours who was frantic that her cat had gone missing.  Looks like I am losing what has become a great companion for me. Didn’t expect to become so attached to him so quickly. What is surprising is the owner lives 2 [...]