September 2003 - openSUSE Users - openSUSE Mailing Lists

apt on a clean SuSE 8.2
by Thinker 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

OK.. I am going to try apt again. I have downloaded and installed the rpm and I have replaced /etc/apt/sources.list with the following. # # Repository created by: aptate (version 0.64.4) # At: Tue Sep 2 22:47:33 MEST 2003 # More info about aptate at: http://apt4rpm.sourceforge.net # rpm ftp://ftp.gwdg.de/pub/linux/suse/apt SuSE/8.2-i386 suse-people base update-prpm update kde xfree86 mozilla extra usr-local-bin suser-kpietrz suser-tcousin funktronics packman packman-i686 mantel-kernel kde3-stable security-prpm security rpm-src ftp://ftp.gwdg.de/pub/linux/suse/apt SuSE/8.2-i386 suse-people base update-prpm update kde xfree86 mozilla extra usr-local-bin suser-kpietrz suser-tcousin funktronics packman packman-i686 mantel-kernel kde3-stable security-prpm security #--end file--- Is it safe to run apt-get update at this point? I know I am supposed to remove Ximain but I am not sure where it is.

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RE: [SLE] Desktop Problems after upgrading to KDE 3.1.3
by Cleary_Mike＠emc.com 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

I followed the latest "how-to" post for upgrading. I downloaded aAll the files into a directory, changed installation source, and let Yast2 do an upgrade (only installed packages). When it finished I logged out of KDE and restarted it. Or rather, tried to. All "startx" would do is bring up FVWM! Then when I finally got KDE to start, the root desktop was totally hosed. My user desktop was almost salvagable, but had the missing virtual desktops, susewatcher, and some other misc. stuff. As far as I could tell, susewatcher was gone completely - I did a search for It and came up empty. Thanks for the info on adding "Pager". I would have never guessed that that was for the virtual desktops. What I finally did was use Yast2 to completely uninstall KDE. Then I renamed my .kde, .kderc, .mcop and .mcoprc files/directories. I then renamed Desktop to OldDesktop. I also renamed .DCOPserver_computername__0. Then I started FVWM and called up Yast2 and reinstalled KDE. Now I'm finally back to something like normal. I think I'll wait for 9.0....:) Thanks again, Mike ----------------------------------------------------- Cleary_Mike(a)emc.com ----------------------------------------------------- Yesterday it worked. Today it is not working. Windows is like that. -----Original Message----- From: Franklin Maurer [mailto:nebbish@sprynet.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2003 11:53 AM To: suse-linux-e(a)suse.com Subject: Re: [SLE] Desktop Problems after upgrading to KDE 3.1.3 On Wednesday 03 September 2003 11:20 am, John wrote: > On Tuesday 02 September 2003 15:06, Cleary_Mike(a)emc.com wrote: > > After upgrading to KDE 3.1.3, my desktop was pretty hosed. I kept a copy > > of all my > > > > desktop shortcuts, so that was no problem. But now susewatcher is gone, > > and the > > > > panel will not show multiple desktops. I really need multiple desktops. > > > > Any ideas how to get this back? > > I don't have any help for you, but I can also agree that KDE 3.1.3 has a > few screwy things wrong with it. I'm still waiting and hoping someone has > an answer for me to let me know how to get it *back* to the version that > installed from the DVD. > > John Have you search the archives for posts dealing with upgrading to 3.1.3? It's been awhile since I did it, but I had to remove the .kde dir, .mcop(?) and jump through a few other hoops to get it to work. Sorry but I have a bad memory and got rid of my notes. Try searching the archives ... http://www.netsys.com/suse-linux-e/ Have you tried using Yast > software > install remove to revert back? For the multiple desktops, can you right click on the panel > panel menu > add >applet > pager. Perhaps removing .kde and the other steps will fix this as well. Is the susewatcher in kmenu > suse > system > wm ? or is it gone from your system completely? -- Franklin Maurer Using SuSE 8.2 Pro -- Check the headers for your unsubscription address For additional commands send e-mail to suse-linux-e-help(a)suse.com Also check the archives at http://lists.suse.com Please read the FAQs: suse-linux-e-faq(a)suse.com

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SuSE Linux 9.0 Beta/Preview
by Olipro 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

after saving my system from a bad recompiled kernel, I had a recap and looked at the Nvidia HOWTO and noticed some instructions for people with SuSE 9.0 Beta. I'm not aware of any beta program in existence (maybe it's just SuSE being forward thinking) or does someone know more on this? --------------------------------- Olipro - GTA Global <Olipro(a)GTAGlobal.net>

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RE: [SLE] Samba and mounting LINUX shares on a windows 2000 syste m
by Sharpe, Richard 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

Thanks I will check those. Richard A Sharpe (DBA) Sqlserver/DB2 Amherst Technologies 40 Continental Blvd Merrimack, NH 03054 PHONE .......(603) 579-6180 / (800) 431-8031 Cell phone ..(603) 320-7785 FAX ...........(603) 578-1072 EMAIL .......rsharpe(a)amherst1.com "Tenemos que tener fe" ("We must have faith" -----Original Message----- From: pheonix1t [mailto:pheonix1t@houston.rr.com] Sent: Wednesday, September 03, 2003 11:27 AM To: Sharpe, Richard Cc: suse-linux-e(a)suse.com Subject: Re: [SLE] Samba and mounting LINUX shares on a windows 2000 system Sharpe, Richard wrote: > Hi > > I am attempting to attach on a windows 2000 pc a directory that I > share via samba, I can't see the share in windows and am lost on how > to do this. Can anyone point me in the right direction or recommend a > samba document that I can read, I really want to do this myself. > > Rich > > > Richard A Sharpe > (DBA) Sqlserver/DB2 > Amherst Technologies > 40 Continental Blvd > Merrimack, NH 03054 > PHONE .......(603) 579-6180 / (800) 431-8031 > Cell phone ..(603) 320-7785 > FAX ...........(603) 578-1072 > EMAIL .......rsharpe(a)amherst1.com > "Tenemos que tener fe" ("We must have faith" > > > have you checked the docs at the samba.org website? IBM also has excellent docs and tutorials as well.

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Samba and mounting LINUX shares on a windows 2000 system
by Sharpe, Richard 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

Hi I am attempting to attach on a windows 2000 pc a directory that I share via samba, I can't see the share in windows and am lost on how to do this. Can anyone point me in the right direction or recommend a samba document that I can read, I really want to do this myself. Rich Richard A Sharpe (DBA) Sqlserver/DB2 Amherst Technologies 40 Continental Blvd Merrimack, NH 03054 PHONE .......(603) 579-6180 / (800) 431-8031 Cell phone ..(603) 320-7785 FAX ...........(603) 578-1072 EMAIL .......rsharpe(a)amherst1.com "Tenemos que tener fe" ("We must have faith"

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GPA problem
by John Pettigrew 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

I used to use GPA to manage my GnuPG keyring. However, having moved to a new PC, I have problems. GPA appears not to recognise anything on my system - it ignores my existing ~/.gnupg directory and hence my keyring, and fails to create its own keys when I move this directory out of the way (it claims to have succeeded but nothing appears on disc). What puzzles me is that everything used to work on my old PC, and GnuPG is working fine on the new computer. It's just GPA. Unfortunately, this is by far the easiest to use and most capable GUI for GnuPG I've seen. SuSE 8.2, installing GPA from the DVD. Thanks for any pointers, John -- John Pettigrew Headstrong Games john(a)headstrong-games.co.uk Fun : Strategy : Price http://www.headstrong-games.co.uk/ Board games that won't break the bank

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Re: [suse-multimedia-e] New Microphone and WebCam
by John 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

-----BEGIN PGP SIGNED MESSAGE----- Hash: SHA1 On Tuesday 02 September 2003 10:16, Chris Pugh wrote: > I have plugged my microphone in and the webcam. In YAST2 when I select HW > info, it lists the correct USB Cam that I have, but I can't get xawtv to > even start (it says /dev/video0 no such device). > When I try a basic "rec -d /dev/dsp myfile.wav" it appears to record, but > with no sound on playback. > I have looked at volume control and the Mic is set up to rec. > If I just speak into the mic without anything running, I can hear myself(!) > > I know this is a lot of queries, but if anyone can help..... > > Cheers, > > Chris. Try using the mic in a terminal. Just do a 'man record' and you'll get all the info you need to try it this way, it even has recording level meters. I've found with 8.2, that for some reason, after a reboot sometimes my mic isn't recognized, and have to reboot once or twice more until it is, then I can record just fine (thus once everything's running the way I want it, I *never* reboot again, unless I have to do a kernel or video thing). As for GnomeMeeting, there's rpm(s) for it from a link or two on the GnomeMeeting website, made just for SuSE...this is the one I got and installed and it works perfectly for me (make sure you get the other two things listed there also). John PS, You might want to cut that sig a whole bunch too...it's gawdawful long. -----BEGIN PGP SIGNATURE----- Version: GnuPG v1.2.3rc2 (GNU/Linux) iD8DBQE/VgMVH5oDXyLKXKQRAqLQAJ9Z2wXorBeUNkC8mc5B3PI6oCkaDwCgkbep Kcn/L+YQe0v3EScqy+L92BQ= =vztI -----END PGP SIGNATURE-----

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making 8.2 cd set from DVD
by fsanta 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

I've had my 5 cd set of 8.2 stolen but have dvd1 from the same box. Is there any way I can make a cd set from this? THanks, Steve.

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Firewire HD
by Koenraad Lelong 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

Hello, I just tried to access my new external HD, with a Firewire interface. I used document "Firewire (ieee1394) Drives under Linux" from SuSE, but I'm having troubles. Any other references I should read ? -- Met vriendelijke groeten, Koenraad Lelong R&D Manager ACE electronics n.v.

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wirless pcmcia card recomendation
by Gedi 03 Sep '03

03 Sep '03

Hi all, Can anyone recomend a good wirless card for 'war driving' (excuse the phrase) with my SuSE 8.2 laptop. I want to experiment with kismet in my area and need some advise on hardware required. Thanks, Ged. ----------------------------------------- Email provided by http://www.ntlhome.com/

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