This tutorial will details the relocation of the device logs directory on the NSM server. This procedure is normally used in cases where the NSM Server has limited disk space and a network file system is available and mounted on the NSM server just for writing device logs.
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An in-depth exploration of the art of shell scripting.This is really usefull shell Scripting tutorial guide for all users.
This guide assumes no previous knowledge of scripting or programming, but progresses rapidly toward an intermediate/advanced level of instruction . . . all the while sneaking in little nuggets of UNIX® wisdom and lore. It serves as a textbook, a manual for self-study, and a reference and source of knowledge on shell scripting techniques. The exercises and heavily-commented examples invite active reader participation, under the premise that the only way to really learn scripting is to write scripts. This book is also suitable for classroom use as a general introduction to programming concepts.
The Advanced Bash Scripting Guide is both a reference and a tutorial on shell scripting. This comprehensive book (the equivalent of 974 print pages) covers almost every aspect of shell scripting. It contains 364 profusely commented illustrative examples, a number of tables, and a cross-linked index/glossary. Not just a shell scripting tutorial, this book also provides an introduction to basic programming techniques, such as sorting and recursion. It is well suited for either individual study or classroom use. It covers Bash, up to and including version 4.0.
If you forgot your root password for your debian server use the following procedure to reset.
Boot to the GRUB menu. Then, press <e> (for edit) before Linux has a chance to boot.
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In order to reset the enable password on the ProxySG, you will need to have physical access to the ProxySG itself. You will need a nine (9) pin null modem cable to connect to the serial console on the ProxySG. Make sure the cable is connected to the ProxySG and to your laptop or desktop. Make sure your serial connection has the following settings:
There are many guides found on the net describing Kerrighed and how to set it up using Ubuntu and others. However, to the best of my knowledge there isn't a step by step guide specifically designed for Kerrighed using Debian Lenny. So here it is. You can set up your own Beowulf Cluster using Debian Lenny and Kerrighed in about 50 steps. Many of the steps described here are taken straight from other guides because there are applicable here (see sources at the bottom.) Many other steps are based on my own trial and error.
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This tutorial will explain Howto compile kernel in Debian 5.0.The default kernel that comes with Debian is better suited for servers. It's optimized for high thoughput and low interactivity. When you compile your own, you can among other things optimize it for the processor(s) you have.
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