Do you mind!!

May 29th, 2009

Regards
Paul Brough 07545002177 01782782605

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Who’s ya daddy

May 29th, 2009

Regards
Paul Brough 07545002177 01782782605

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Mmmmmmmm

May 29th, 2009

Regards
Paul Brough 07545002177 01782782605

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Tar Multiple Files that generates “Arugment List too Long” error

May 29th, 2009

# generate the file list find -iname ‘*.ext’ > fileList.txt
#run tar passing it the file list tar czvf archive.tar.gz –files-from fileList.txt
# a shorthand of this would be: find . -name ‘*.ext’ -print | tar -cvzf archive.tar.gz –files-from -
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OBC Hidden Menu

December 12th, 2008

!!!!! PLEASE BE CAREFULL IF YOU CHANGE ANY SETTINGS !!!!!

THE LIST: =========
Instructions to access the hidden OBC functions: 1. Hold Trip Reset while turning ignition key to on position 2. OBC should show “Test” 3. Use Trip Reset to select function 19.0 that unlocks all the features 3. Wait for display to show “Off” 4. Depress Trip Reset for 1/4 second and release it 5. With no delay press Trip Reset several times to select one of the following function s ==========================================
BMW E46 On-Board Computer (OBC) Hidden Codes nr example description 1 Car Engine and cluster data 1.0 46nnn Chassis nr/VIN serial number (last 5 digits) 1.1 4nnn K-number 1.2 690236 Cluster Part # 1.3 045210 Coding (04)/diagnosis (52)/bus index (10) 1.4 1200 Week (12)/year of manufacture (2000) 1.5 09_160 Hardware (09) and software # (16.0) of cluster 1.6 Not used 1.7 04__44 CAN-version (04) KI-revision index (44) 2 (test) Cluster System Test - Activates the gauge drivers, indicators and LEDs to confirm function 3 SI Data 3.0 1098 Used fuel in liters since last SI (Service Inspection) 3.1 0231 Periodic inspection days; elapsed days (since last SI) 4 Momentary Consumption 4.0 0145+ Instant fuel consumption - 0145=14.5 liters/100km 4.1 0018 Instant fuel consumption - 0018=1.8 l/Hour 5 Distance Gone Consumption 5.0 082 Average mileage; 082=8.2 liters/100km 5.1 0536 Calc. km to refuel (momentary distance to go) 6 Fuel Level sensor inputs in liters 6.0 109330+ Fuel level averaged; Left half sensor input=10.9 liters; Right sensor input=33.0 liters 6.1 0439+ Total tank level averaged; vlgs 6.0: 10.9+33.0=43.9 liters 6.2 0442+ Indicated value (44.2) and tank phase 7 Temperature and Speed 7.0 021+ Coolant/Engine temperature (2.1C) 7.1 130 Ambient/Outside temperature - chg met 5 pts. 125/130/135 7.2 + Engine speed / Current RPMs 1/min 7.3 + Vehicle speed / Current Speed in km/hour 8 Input value in HEX form 8.0 1d0+ System voltage ADC-Value Hex code 8.1 26C33C+ ADC Values HG left/HG right 8.2 0000 ADC Value brake degradation sensor (000=o.k.) 8.3 18C ADC Value outside temperature 9 Battery 9.0 140 Battery Voltage - 140 = UB 14.0v 9.1 242013+? 9.2 074_78+? 9.3 0011+? 10 Not used 11 Not used 12 Not used 13 GonG Gong Test 14 Not used 15 Status cluster I/O-ports (bit codes) 0=low; 1=high 1st-belt contact, seat belt fastened=0; 2) ignition lock contact, key inserted=0; 3) door contact, door open=0; 4) clock button pressed=0; 5) SI reset=0, for reset=0; 6) EGS transmission failure=0 Status Digital Outputs (bits) 0=inactive, 1=active 1) Gong output; 2) Brake warning lamp; 3) Low fuel warning lamp; 4) EGA lamp; 5) seat belt lamp; 6) manipulation dot 16 Not used 17 Not used 18 Not used 19 Lock Status; unlocks functions in range 3-18 19.0 L-On/L-Off Unlock: press button when “L-Off” 20 Not used 21 Software Reset; reset OBC settings 00 End of test

HP 2400m Connect to Console

November 26th, 2008

To connect a console to the switch, configure the PC terminal emulator as a DEC VT-100 (ANSI) terminal or use a VT-100 terminal and configure it to operate with these settings.
* Any baud rate from 2400 to 115200 (the switch senses the speed) * 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity, XON/XOFF flow control * For Windows Terminal program, also disable (uncheck) the “Use Function, Arrow, and Ctrl Keys for Windows” option.
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Changing the IP address of service console in ESX 3.x

November 26th, 2008

If you want to change the IP address of the service console in ESX 3.x you can using a command in the service console. Read on for more. To change the IP address of the ESX 3.x host, you need to change the configuration of the vswif. By default this is vswif0 and this is assumed in this document. Login to the service console with root permissions, either by using root or doing a su - to get the permissions.
Once in the service console runt the command “esxcfg-vswif -d vswif0″. This command deletes the existing vswif0. Don’t worry if you get a message about nothing to flush. Then you need to run the command to change the ip address, subnet mask and broadcast address. They are also specified in that order when the command is given. An example command is below.
“esxcfg-vswif -a vswif0 -p Service Console -i 10.1.1.1 -n 255.255.255.0 -b 10.1.1.255″
In this command the -a switch is to add a vswif, the in the Service Console is deliberate, the -i is the ip address, the -n is the netmask and the -b is the broadcast address.
You now need to change your default gateway, you can do this by editing the network file located at /etc/sysconfig/network. To do this at the command prompt, follow the steps below.
“cd /etc/sysconfig” “vi network” Then while in vi, go to the location of the default gateway using the arrow keys. Hit “i” which will perform an insert and change the default gateway to your liking. Hit the escape key twice to exit insert mode. type “:wq!” to write (i.e save) and quit.
At this point you can run some commands to restart the vmware management, but I prefer to restart the server and will recommend you do that. Once the server comes up there are a few things that still need to be done for management in virtualcenter.
Open a remote console to your virtualcenter server, do a ping to make sure the ESX host is pingable after the IP change. Make sure you are seeing the new IP address and it is assumed you have already changed that in DNS. If you are seeing the host correctly, open virtualcenter and disconnect then reconnect the host.
Once the host is connected in virtualcenter we need to change a few bits of configuration information, namely the vmkernel ip address, subnet and gateway. This is so we can vmotion correctly. Click on your host and bring up the configuration tab. Select networking and then properties on the vitual switch.
Select your vmkernel and hit the edit button. Change your ip address here for vmotion and subnet mask. You will not be able to change the default gateway until you hit ok and go back in. Once you have selected ok, then hit edit again on the vmkernel. Select the edit button on the default gateway and change the default gateway on the menu that appears. Select ok, ok again and then close.
Please note all the commands in this document should be used without the “”.
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M Roadster Checklist

November 17th, 2008

Minor issues:

- Check power hood works (if one is installed).
- Do the seats move without rocking? (motor function is smooth forward and back?)
- Make sure back window is in good condition, fogging and scratches are expected (both cheap fixes) but no cracks, or allow £150-200 (dependent upon labour costs) for replacement.
- If fitted with heated locks, windscreen washers, side mirrors make sure they work and mirrors heat all the time.
- Make sure mirrors can be folded inwards easily and that bases are not corroded (if they are, allow for £500 to replace both sides).
- Make sure there is no corrosion around boot lock.
- Make sure passenger central locking actuator functions or allow about £140 for replacement.
- Make sure all electrics work, check the windows go up/down without assistance or noise (if noisy it is a minor fix), that there are no damp patches on the floor in the cabin and boot.
- Dont be hurried when viewing and throughly check out paperwork. (see below for service timing)
- Look out for steady idle, no engine rattles on start up (a ticking may be heard on warmup and usually disappears when hot).
- Check the seat belt holders on the seats. Broken? Minor fix is possible and is in the Z3 knowledgebase on the forum (as are quite a few fixes)
- Underneath the carpet in the boot is a tool kit, make sure all the bits are there (if they aren’t you can get replacements for a few quid each).
- Check the main key unlocks the storage compartment behind the seats, and the glovebox.
Major issues:
- Make sure the roof has no tears and isn’t heavily faded, or allow up to £1000 for a replacement.
- Be sure there is no white smoke coming out exhausts. No rear diff grumbling or whining when in reverse gear or moving off. Be sure to reverse in it-very important!
- Check that all the tyres are the same make and model, if they aren’t it’s not advisable to drive fast.
- Make sure you get it up to a good speed on the test drive. One car I heard about was great to drive until it got up to 80, then it developed a very alarming judder! - On the test drive, test all gears. Any flat spots in acceleration could indicate cam problems/gear problems. A test should be performed before ANY cash is handed over as it is essential on a Z.
- Temp gauge on the dashboard runs in middle after a 15 minute journey.
- No permanent warning signs on the dashboard. diag tests at BMW dealers cost £35-50 a time, and not to mention the cost of replacement parts.
- Make sure to have the master set of keys, and 2 spares upon purchase. Without the master set, new locks, new storage box and glove box, keys and alarm settings will be needed which is roughly £1000 to do.

0. Gap between front bumper and bonnet is the same on both sides of car
1. Make sure that the AC fan works in all 4 speeds
2. Check that the headlight switch, ashtray, cigarette lighter and AC bulbs all illuminate
3. No rattle from Cat converter when knocked.
4. Seals on both door sills are in good tact
5. Radio stations are clear (Antenna)
6. All speakers working properly
7. Driver’s inner door handle not loose
8. Wheel rims not damaged from curbs
9. Ask for any extras (many have tonneaus that aren’t thrown in with sale)
10. 3rd brake light works ok
11. Water level in radiator in order
12. No water or dampness in boot wells (battery and roof motor areas)

Humour in Uniform…

October 14th, 2008

Military Humour
THANK GOD THEY CAN STILL MAINTAIN THEIR SENSE OF HUMOR OVER THERE!!!

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Why is Beach Soccer not at the Olympics?

October 14th, 2008

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