Archive for September, 2009
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. [...]
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 [...]
by: Gromett
September 16, 2009
Following on my my mast locator post, This is the Aerial I will be fitting.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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
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 [...]