Clearcase 7.1.x install on Solaris X64/x86

I’ve been struggling to install the beast that is Clearcase 7.1.1 on a proof of concept server. In this case the server is a Solaris 10 64bit install running on VMware Fusion 3. One of the initial mistakes I made was to try and run the installation from a network mount. DON’T. Solaris must block …

Read More →

July 21, 2010 – 17:58 | By lantrix | Posted in clearcase, unix | Tagged , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)

How to try OpenBSD

Download and try the following OS, and give it a go. OpenBSD v4.7 OpenBSD is a multi-platform 4.4BSD-based UNIX-like operating system, and is fast, simple to install and secure “out of the box”. Download installation files Read the Installation guide Read the Frequently Asked Questions A good introductory book for OpenBSD is the “OpenBSD Command …

Read More →

July 4, 2010 – 02:22 | By lantrix | Posted in Musings | Tagged , , | Comments (0)

Mantra: backup backup backup backup

Someone sent me an email which asked what to do since: one of my external hard drives, the one with EVERYTHING I REALLY, REALLY WANT on it has died

Read More →

March 16, 2010 – 18:00 | By lantrix | Posted in hardware, internet, Musings, people | Tagged , , , , , , | Comments (0)

Fixed iChat AV thru OpenBSD PF Firewall

This has been bugging me for ages, but the fix is so simple. I use OpenBSD for my router, and have PF (Packet Filter) running the firewall and NAT rules. I have previously setup the port forwarding, etc. according to Apple, but never could get a successful connection using video or audio (or screen sharing). …

Read More →

January 14, 2010 – 11:41 | By lantrix | Posted in Musings | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Comments (0)