[00:13] * thinkmassive wants an eeepc [01:36] i'm on xubuntu hardy, mounting a samba share with this command `sudo mount -t smbfs -o username=$USER //dotfs1/dotster dotster/ -o gid=users,dir_mode=0777,file_mode=0777,rw`, it mouts and I can see it, but i can't write to the share, it has permissions 0770 despite my explicitly setting it to 0777. if i run smbclient and connect to it with same user details, i can see that the directories are 777. any ideas? [01:46] I have a ThinkPad X61 Tablet and I'm trying to optimize battery life, but I see 2 packages in the repos that do the same thing: cpufreqd & cpudyn [01:47] does anyone know the difference? [01:48] evening everyone, I got a problem with wifi-radar. I got to use it cause nm kinda was not working any more. now the thing is, i can see my network, and attempt connecting to it, but it wont retrieve an IP from the DHCP host. then it just says not able to connect. the wifi pc card is a broadcom 4318 chipset, belkin 7010. any ideas? [01:51] looks like w/o sudo i can do it [01:52] kingair_six: do you see an ip when you run ifconfig? [01:55] no [01:56] try: sudo dhclient wlan0 [01:58] it says unknown device wmaster0, and then listening on 255.255.255.0 [01:58] it seems it recognizes the device and also sees the dhcp host [02:00] are you using encryption [02:03] maybe iwconfig will provide some insight [02:03] wep asci [02:04] iwconfig: doesnt even show an SSID [02:04] sudo dhclient wlan0: final report was: no DHCPOFFER or so [02:04] cat /proc/net/wireless [02:07] that should show you signal strength [02:08] all values are 0 [02:09] is there a physical switch that is disabling your wireless adapter? [02:09] no? [02:10] "no, question mark," says kingair_six [02:10] that's something that would be worth figuring out [02:10] what type of computer? [02:11] it's an old toshiba, the wireless is a pcmcia card [02:11] oh [02:12] sorry, I figured it was built-in [02:12] no, i'm sorry, i did not describe it accurately [02:13] what type of card? [02:13] Belkin 7010, Broadcom 4318 chipset [02:13] and you're certain it worked earlier? [02:13] b43 driver from linuxwireless.org , firmware extracted with fwcutter [02:14] it never worked with linux [02:14] oh ok, well that's getting somewhere [02:15] I haven't heard of that method, sounds like it would be better than ndiswrapper if it works right [02:15] have you tried ndiswrapper? [02:15] i have troubles installing it, since i can't get it on ethernet either, and i can't get it running from the archive only [02:15] there's some issues [02:16] oh [02:16] do you have a usb flash drive? [02:16] this might help you: http://ubuntuforums.org/archive/index.php/t-433030.html [02:17] well, yeah, that's how i got the programms there in the first place, but the regular installs just wont work [02:20] why didn't they work? [02:22] i don't know [02:23] i'm really a linux noob, so i'm not at all terminal savy [02:23] what did the install say? [02:23] you've got to pay attention to the output because that's all you have to go on ;) [02:23] error 1, and 2, somewhere along the way, what exactly, i don't recall [02:23] hm, I guess so, i just gotta work more with the terminal [02:24] i'll try the instructions now, so i'll be afk for couple of mins. === thinkmassiv1 is now known as v1st4_f4nB0i === v1st4_f4nB0i is now known as thinkmassiv1 [02:43] how to auto configure dpkg-reconfigure ipmasq .(no need to press enter or yes/no again and again) just one command. ? [02:47] thinkmassiv1: i followed the instructions, but the old driver is still in place, when i check with lshw [02:51] kingair_six: did you install b43 using synaptic/apt or some other method (compiled from source)? [02:59] where can I find power management preferences in 8.04? [03:03] hi guys. I'm running XMMS on Hardy, and it won't play m4a files anymore. Does anyone know a way to get it working again without Audacious? [03:10] thinkmassiv1: i got some other method, namely the one described on linuxwireless.org [03:28] anyone know how to assign keyboard shortcuts? [03:29] !shortcuts | japherwocky [03:29] japherwocky: Keyboard shortcuts can be set in System -> Preferences -> Keyboard Shortcuts. If your multimedia keys don't work with that, try the 'keytouch' package, explained at http://keytouch.sourceforge.net - See !Keyboard for changing layouts === notMax is now known as maxamillion [03:30] thanks [03:39] actually.. that helpbot is a little inaccurate [03:39] settings -> settings manager [03:39] -> keyboard [03:48] I thought I already configured power management options on this laptop under 8.04 but I can't find it again, is there a gnome-power-manager equivalent in xubuntu by default? [04:04] hi, I've been trying to install a webcam on xubuntu 8.04, but haven't been able to compile drivers with module-assistant [04:48] can anyone tell me how to make a floppy from a file i have downloaded? [04:48] when i right click on the file icon i get: open with other application, create archive, copy, cut, delete, rename, properties, and desktop. [04:53] i'm using xubuntu on this machine, but i need floppy to try to boot a very *old* compaq armada 4120. [04:53] never had to burn a floppy before [04:58] please? :) [05:03] nubuntu_: you have to mount the floppy - sudo mount /dev/fd0 /media/floppy0 [05:05] ok, so i have the floppy in the slot, then i do the sudo? [05:07] favro, i did the sudo mount /dev/fd0 /media/floppy0 in the terminal and heard a little activity. whats next? :P [05:08] its back to command prompt [05:11] nubuntu_: open thunar and see if the floppy shows [05:11] k [05:12] when i click on floppy in the left pane i get: failed to mount floppy drive [05:13] nubuntu_: it might be a dead floppy - they are not all that reliable [05:13] nubuntu_: did you format it? [05:16] I've been trying to install a webcam on xubuntu 8.04, but haven't been able to compile drivers with module-assistant, any help¿? [05:17] !webcam | fbt this link might help [05:17] fbt this link might help: Instructions for using webcams with Ubuntu can be found at https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Webcam - Supported cams: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HardwareSupportComponentsMultimediaWebCameras [05:19] sorry favro, had to run out for a sec. no, when i clicked on t'floppy drive' in the left hand pane of thunar i got a dialog box says: failed to mount floppy drive. unkown error. [05:20] favro: ubottu: thanks, been there, but haven't been able to install it [05:20] i have a problem with compiling the drivers [05:21] favro, just reading back about dead floppy, so, just put another in and try? [05:21] i notice these floppies say 'ibm formatted' [05:24] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ sudo mount /dev/fd0 /media/floppy0 [05:24] [sudo] password for nubuntu: [05:24] mount: /dev/fd0 already mounted or /media/floppy0 busy [05:24] mount: according to mtab, /dev/fd0 is already mounted on /media/floppy0 [05:24] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ [05:26] favro, so does this mean it *is* mounted? [05:39] favro, still here? [05:41] I got dropped out nubuntu_ [05:41] k [05:42] nubuntu_: did you format the disk? [05:42] thunar says failed to mount, but terminal said: nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ sudo mount /dev/fd0 /media/floppy0 [05:42] [sudo] password for nubuntu: [05:42] mount: /dev/fd0 already mounted or /media/floppy0 busy [05:42] mount: according to mtab, /dev/fd0 is already mounted on /media/floppy0 [05:42] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ [05:43] nubuntu_: copy the file to /media/floppy) then [05:43] *floppy) [05:43] ummmm, ok ... how? :( [05:45] nubuntu_: sudo cp -v /path/to/file /media/floppy0 [05:46] how do i identify which file to copy? i mean, i have the file downloaded, it's an icon on my desktop [05:47] file:///home/nubuntu/Desktop/instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe is the file [05:47] nubuntu_: it will be in your home folder in the Desktop dir [05:48] so, open thunar again? [05:48] nubuntu_: then - sudo cp -v /home/nubuntu/Desktop/instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe /media/floppy0 [05:50] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ sudo cp -v /home/nubuntu/Desktop/instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe /media/floppy0 [05:50] [sudo] password for nubuntu: [05:50] `/home/nubuntu/Desktop/instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe' -> `/media/floppy0/instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe' [05:50] cp: writing `/media/floppy0/instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe': No space left on device [05:50] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ [05:50] but it sounds like its writing [05:51] what does it mean 'no space left on device? [05:51] nubuntu_: when it stops do - ls -a /media/floppy0 [05:52] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ ls -a /media/floppy0 [05:52] . .. instluxNETOpenSuSE10_2english.exe [05:52] nubuntu@nubuntu-desktop:~$ [05:52] nubuntu_: it copied it then... :) [05:53] cooOOOOooool. so i just pop that in the laptop and power up? [05:53] nubuntu_: now sudo umount /dev/fd0 [05:53] nubuntu_: then take it out [05:53] ooooops. i already took it out. [05:54] nubuntu_: try it in the laptop [05:54] put it back in and do 'sudo umount /dev/fd0 ? [05:54] nubuntu_: nope [05:55] k, plugging the laptop in === favfro is now known as favro [05:59] crap. says starting win95, then i get a page with "problem found" the file allocation tables (FATS) on this drive do not match. scandisk has determined that copy 1 is the best copy. if you choose fix it, scandisk will replace copy2 of the fat with copy 1. [06:00] nubuntu_: is that on the floppy? [06:00] not sure [06:00] its on the screen [06:01] nubuntu_: it can't be if you're booting win95 [06:01] nubuntu_: let it install the first copy [06:01] well, i spoke too fast, i guess it may have aborted win95 [06:02] so my options are: fix it, or don't fix it; which would i choose? [06:02] nubuntu_: fix it [06:02] k [06:03] nope, booting 95.... arrrrrrrrrrggggggggghhhhhhhhhhh. [06:04] i hate windows, all windows, old windows, new windows, i hate them all === fernando is now known as fbt [06:06] thanks for your help tonite favro. i think i'm too tired to go on, not seeing or thinking straight. [06:07] nubuntu_: k - good luck [06:07] gracias [06:08] favro: i am giving up on xubuntu, cant get wifi, webcam or mic working [06:09] fbt: sorry to hear that - I don't use any of those - sorry :) [06:09] does ubuntu support any more hardware than xubuntu or is it just the same? [06:09] fbt: was the webcam listed in supported hardware? [06:10] nope [06:10] fbt: it is the same - the window manager and apps are the diff [06:10] hey there. [06:10] i am going to the shop tomorrow and trade it for a supported one [06:10] i went to an ubuntu supporter shop [06:10] fbt: the the linux kernel prob doesn't support it either... [06:11] *then [06:11] and asked specifically for an ubuntu-compatible webcam [06:11] they sold me this one, saying they had no more compatible webcams available [06:11] that's the key, is using known supported devices [06:11] so screw them, i want a supported one [06:12] heh [06:13] i have a linksys wireless receiver that works well, tho my friend always has to config it wihen i switch machines. a belkin usb receiver i have will not work tho. [06:13] i bought a nexxt pcmcia wifi card [06:13] nite kiddoes [06:13] fbt: where did you buy that cam? [06:13] a local store [06:13] its a "X5 Tech" [06:13] local where [06:13] .ca? .us? [06:14] .uy [06:14] too bad [06:14] if u were in the US, u wouldn't have probs with exchanging merchandising up to 3 months [06:14] how's that in uy? [06:15] i guess I shouldn 't have a problem either, since I'm probably exchanging it for a more expensive one [06:16] around here, people get cocky when you wanna exchange something... [06:16] and they just say you can't do it if it doesn't present some sort of problem [06:16] and usually that can be done within 7 days, some places 3 days... [06:16] damn consumer's rights.. [06:17] fbt: how much did you pay your webcam? what's the model? [06:17] I don't quite remember the price [06:17] it was pretty cheap [06:17] about U$S 18 [06:17] don't you have a laptop? [06:17] ah ok.. no big deal [06:18] XW-101 [06:18] thats the model [06:18] X5 Tech XW-101 [06:18] hmm... never heard about [06:18] it even looks crappy [06:18] lol.. you should have taken a laptop with you, and tested at the store [06:19] i've got a lg webcam @ home, though I barely use it.. I used to have my HP Pavilion with a imbued webcam, but it died past weeks [06:19] they both worked fine under ubuntu [06:20] 'ut of the box' [06:20] the webcam drivers are built in with ubuntu? [06:20] yeap. [06:20] i 'm on xubuntu 8.04 [06:20] v4l2 supports many webcams not supported by v4l [06:20] v4l2 comes already enabled in ubuntu [06:21] how have you been testing your webcam? [06:21] try with ekiga [06:21] i installed cameramonitor [06:21] easycam [06:21] camorama [06:22] nope [06:22] dont use them [06:22] try with ekiga [06:22] some of those apps are older than v4l2 so they might not work with your cam [06:22] I dunno why [06:23] i got ekiga installed === mips` is now known as mips_ === mips_ is now known as mips === mips is now known as mips` [06:25] try to open it [06:25] and check your cam [06:25] by the way have you checked at the dmesg if it is detected during the boot? [06:25] is it USB? [06:25] yes [06:25] it is USB [06:26] hello is there anyway to install vmware or virtualbox? [06:26] try lsusb [06:26] and check if it detects your cam === sadasd is now known as menele [06:26] menele: why wouldnt? [06:26] /whois [06:26] mips` good, got any tutorial? [06:26] lsusb [06:27] Bus 001 Device 002: ID 17a1.0128 [06:27] fbt: hmm.. u suspect thats your cam [06:28] yep [06:28] Bus 001 Device 001: ID 0000:0000 [06:34] fbt: did you check in ekiga? [06:36] yep [06:36] gave up [06:36] too tired [06:41] hm [06:41] maybe it is just not compatible.. did you check that FCC ID? [06:41] nope [06:41] check on the cam, probably under it there's a FCC id [06:42] maybe you can look for compatible drivers === fiyawerkin is now known as fiyawerx_ === platyhelminth is now known as plath [08:12] hi [08:12] how do I install virtualbox or vmware?? [08:14] anyone?? [08:15] ere: VirtualBox binaries can be found here: https://cds.sun.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/WFS/CDS-CDS_SMI-Site/en_US/-/USD/ViewProductDetail-Start?ProductRef=innotek-1.6-G-F@CDS-CDS_SMI [08:16] portentum: on playform what should I select? [08:17] Are you running 64-bit or x86 Xubuntu? [08:17] intel, i guess i386 right? [08:17] intel pentium 4 [08:18] yes, that'd be the one [08:18] ubuntu then? [08:18] there is no xubuntu [08:18] yep [08:18] ok === leche_y_galletas is now known as leche [08:18] let's see === connyosi1 is now known as connyosis [08:30] thanks portentum ! [08:30] glad I could help :) [08:30] yes you did! [08:30] worked fine! let me install other os [08:30] could you paste me again the site please? [08:31] Hello [08:31] https://cds.sun.com/is-bin/INTERSHOP.enfinity/WFS/CDS-CDS_SMI-Site/en_US/-/USD/ViewProductDetail-Start?ProductRef=innotek-1.6-G-F@CDS-CDS_SMI [08:31] Volume control plugin and battery plugin aint working again [08:31] http://pastebin.com/m47a57d69 [08:32] had the same problem long time ago, but then a week after disappearing they started to work again, and how dissapeared again [08:34] hmm [08:34] it seems this might be caused by xscreensaver [08:34] or not [08:34] The VirtualBox kernel driver is not accessible to the current user. Make sure that the user has write permissions for /dev/vboxdrv by adding them to the vboxusers groups. You will need to logout for the change to take effect.. [08:35] how do i do that?? [08:37] Hmm [08:37] i just figured out whats the problem [08:37] its Human theme [08:37] I only get the error if I use Human theme [08:37] odd [08:37] weird, glad you could sort it out though [08:38] its reported bug too [08:38] https://bugs.launchpad.net/xfce4-mixer/+bug/90261 [08:38] Launchpad bug 90261 in xfce4-mixer "Volume Control plugin can't be added to xfce4-panel" [Unknown,Confirmed] [08:40] hello, what is a recommended program to run a virtual windows? vmware or parallels? thanks [08:40] MS CD + Install + /part ' [08:41] gynterk, sorry, you mean go for a dual-boot ? [08:41] depends what you want [08:41] if you want to use win ocassionally, would be good idea [08:41] gynterk, to be honest, i just need to access movie content from a online study thingy which only seems to like internet explorer [08:41] if you have machine good enough to run win in linux then run virtually [08:41] hmm [08:42] run IE via wine? [08:43] ies4linux seems to be a good solution for such things [08:44] hmm thanks [08:49] whats the command for hibernate? [08:49] need to add it to battery monitor [08:50] /etc/acpi/hibernate.sh? [08:52] google seems to think so, can't hurt to try :x [09:54] anyone have experience with openbox? [09:57] KillerOrca: I use fluxbox which is similar [10:03] favro: well do you know how to set autologin? [10:04] KillerOrca: which login manager are you using? [10:05] favro: how would I find out [10:06] KillerOrca: try in a terminal - ls /etc/init.d | grep *dm [10:08] favro: no output [10:08] KillerOrca: my bad - try in a terminal - ls /etc/init.d | grep dm [10:08] gdm [10:24] KillerOrca: found this seems good - http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=303319 [10:30] favro: I will check it out [10:40] does anyone know hoe to autostart applications in openbox too? [11:44] xubuntu wont detect my webcam [11:44] can someone help me [11:45] Hello, I restarted my computer & in both xchat & xchat--gnome my irc server lists got deleted. Is there anyway for me to fetch those lists or import them? [11:46] hello anybody there....? [11:46] Yes I am here [11:46] Need help? [11:46] can u help me to setup my web cam [11:46] Sure :) [11:47] Is it USB? [11:47] it a380 usb web cam [11:47] Brillient :) [11:47] Alright, let me look it up :) [11:47] i have the windows drives [11:48] Windows drivers are not linux drivers though I will not work [11:49] yes,is there any way to find a linux one [11:49] Yes, that is what I am doing for you right now :) [11:49] they are usually built in [11:49] Yes that is true, & I am looking to see if that is the case too [11:49] meaning that if your web cam is not working out of the box, it might be a little troublesome to get it working [11:49] :-) [11:50] What brand is your webcam? [11:50] web cam works on windows === addyk-l32 is now known as CommanderKeen [11:50] my webcam does not work out of the box neather, but with the instalation of a few drivers it works fine :) [11:51] NewtoXubuntu what brand is your cam? [11:52] You gave me the modal number but not the brand [11:52] its CNLTF A380 [11:52] Thank you :) [11:53] i think its chinese [11:53] :-) [11:53] I think you are out of luck :( [11:53] why [11:54] is there any generic driver [11:54] Because I could find any information on your cam, like as if it doesn't exist, so either you bought some very cheap cam made by some unknown vendor, or else you did not give my the currect brand name. [11:54] But do not worry we can try another methid :) [11:55] i can send you the windows drivers will that help? :-) [11:55] Now how have you been trying to test the cam to see if it works? [11:55] hi cannel [11:55] No sending me the windows drivers would not help [11:55] * mikeab is using Xubuntu but don't know how to change my password using GUI, any ideas ? [11:56] mikeab: system->users and griups [11:56] groups [11:56] NewtoXubuntu , how have you been trying to test the webcam on xubuntu to see if it works? [11:56] TheSheep, but will that me to change my password, I'm a non-administrator and a LDAP user [11:57] I'm not getting my user listed in that window, ofcourse I can use passwd command on terminal to change my password, but I'm looking for a GUI way [11:57] in GNOME, its Preferences->About Me->Change Password [11:58] OK , thanks for your time holyguyve7 :-D [11:59] NewtoXubuntu I am still trying to help you out though [11:59] ok [11:59] i ll be here [11:59] NewtoXubuntu , how have you been trying to test the webcam on xubuntu to see if it works? [12:00] i used camorama [12:00] & it is not working? [12:01] it says could not connect bla bla .check your conn [12:01] Well then I am sorry but I can't help you, not unless you give me the actual manufacturers name of your webcam. [12:02] ok,I'll try to find the manufacturer name [12:02] any ideas TheSheep [12:12] Well NewtoXubuntu I need to move on with my day. I wish you the best. [12:13] hav a nice day (H) (H) [13:22] Hello, I am wanting to format a 500GB external USB hard drive to FAT32. Is there a good program to use for this in Xubuntu? [13:29] Abominus69: mkfs.vfat, but FAT is not a good file system and is not well supported on Linux [13:31] Cheers, I am actually getting things underway with GParted. It's mainly to use the drive on other PCs. [13:48] I would have thought Xubuntu had better support for FAT32 given that it is an old file system. [13:49] It's certainly not happy with the external drive now. :P [13:49] Vista and my 360 are okay with it though. [14:05] i recently installed xubuntu hardy on my pc.i was very fast when it ran on win 2000.now it is very slow,i mean really slow. any suggections? [14:06] (O) [14:07] Hellooooooooooooooooooooo [14:08] Does anyone know if its possible to XDMCP from xubuntu onto an ubuntu computer? [14:08] Or do i need to first install gnome-desktop onto my xubuntu laptop to allow this? [14:09] chimp_ can u help me [14:14] Stroganoff can u help me [14:14] dunno [14:14] !ask [14:14] Please don't ask to ask a question, ask the question (all on ONE line, so others can read and follow it easily). If anyone knows the answer they will most likely answer. :-) [14:15] i recently installed xubuntu hardy on my pc.i was very fast when it ran on win 2000.now it is very slow,i mean really slow. any suggections? [14:15] What in particular is slow? [14:16] Is it visually slow? What are the specs of your laptop, do you have the restricted binary drivers for your video card installed? [14:16] firefox takes at least 45 sec to start. [14:16] open a terminal and run top [14:17] tell me if anything is running with large amounts of ram/cpu [14:17] ok [14:17] how much ram does your computer have, whats its cpu ? [14:17] 192 mb [14:17] cpu 800 mhz pentium [14:17] What version of xubuntu are you running? [14:18] hardy [14:18] Running top, do you see anything using very high cpu/ram [14:18] I find on my 174mb laptop, that opera runs a lot faster than firefox [14:19] So you can try downloading it for a start [14:19] xorg is the highst cpu, [14:19] At what % [14:20] its responsible for running it visually [14:20] i set vm.swappiness=0 it maked some improvement on the responsiveness [14:21] xorg 6% cpu [14:21] Thats fine then [14:21] firefox is using 28 mb ,that was max [14:22] Yet its running really slow? tbh I dont know enough to help [14:22] firefox ran slowly on my old specs until I used flashblocker. That makes a big difference. Flash ads on websites really slowed things down. [14:22] i heard that feisty kernel is faster ,is this true [15:15] howdy folks, how do I make thunar use ntfs-3g driver? er, how does xubuntu do it? [15:15] it's not really specific to thunar [15:15]