Well I've already posted my results and for starters it does work. They're are software compatibility problems with the unit. But hopefully in time they will sort these problems out.
Magic Jack is a great deal on the cheap, as long as you can get your computer to make it work.
3/5/09
3/4/09
SATA drives Confusion
Confused on the difference between SATA drives and performance.
Hopefully the confusion will be gone after you read this information from overclock.net
Info: Is there a difference between SATA and SATA2 cables?
There seems to be some confusion about the difference between cables branded as SATA or SATA2. Many companies that produce the cables and even the retailers selling the cables add to the confusion by branding some cables as SATA and other as SATA2. I even have some Thermaltake SATA UV cables that are clearly sold as 150Mb/s maximum transfer rate. It would then make sense that these cables would not be good to use with a SATA2 hard drive that is capable of 300Mb/s transfer speeds.
Before going any farther I do just want to make one clarification. The transfer speeds of 150mb/s and 300mb/s in no way mean that a SATA2 drive is twice as fast as a SATA drive. Current hard drives are not even able to fully utilize the 150mb/s transfer speed. These numbers are more descriptive of burst speed.
Finally on to the cables. There is no difference in maximum transfer speeds between cables labeled as SATA vs. SATA2. The only difference is that most SATA2 cables have a locking mechanism.
I have been in contact with Seagate about this and here are a couple highlights from our correspondence:
Quote:
There is really no such thing as SATA2 cables, SATA2 drives use
industry wide standard SATA data cable. You should be able to use your
drive with the cables that you have in your system.
Quote:
There is no such thing as SATA rated at 150mb/s or rated at 300mb/s. It is
just SATA cable. Don't get confused by the marketing definitions.
Sincerely,
Alexander C.
Seagate Technical Support
In summary, both SATA and SATA2 hard drives can be used with any SATA controller. If the SATA controller can only handle 150mb/s then a SATA2 drive will function as a SATA drive. Also, any SATA cable can be used for either a SATA or SATA2 drive. Both drives and cables are fully interchangeable.
Hopefully the confusion will be gone after you read this information from overclock.net
Info: Is there a difference between SATA and SATA2 cables?
There seems to be some confusion about the difference between cables branded as SATA or SATA2. Many companies that produce the cables and even the retailers selling the cables add to the confusion by branding some cables as SATA and other as SATA2. I even have some Thermaltake SATA UV cables that are clearly sold as 150Mb/s maximum transfer rate. It would then make sense that these cables would not be good to use with a SATA2 hard drive that is capable of 300Mb/s transfer speeds.
Before going any farther I do just want to make one clarification. The transfer speeds of 150mb/s and 300mb/s in no way mean that a SATA2 drive is twice as fast as a SATA drive. Current hard drives are not even able to fully utilize the 150mb/s transfer speed. These numbers are more descriptive of burst speed.
Finally on to the cables. There is no difference in maximum transfer speeds between cables labeled as SATA vs. SATA2. The only difference is that most SATA2 cables have a locking mechanism.
I have been in contact with Seagate about this and here are a couple highlights from our correspondence:
Quote:
There is really no such thing as SATA2 cables, SATA2 drives use
industry wide standard SATA data cable. You should be able to use your
drive with the cables that you have in your system.
Quote:
There is no such thing as SATA rated at 150mb/s or rated at 300mb/s. It is
just SATA cable. Don't get confused by the marketing definitions.
Sincerely,
Alexander C.
Seagate Technical Support
In summary, both SATA and SATA2 hard drives can be used with any SATA controller. If the SATA controller can only handle 150mb/s then a SATA2 drive will function as a SATA drive. Also, any SATA cable can be used for either a SATA or SATA2 drive. Both drives and cables are fully interchangeable.
3/3/09
Net BrutScanner
On a network and want to know what folders your sharing. This software takes a peak into you system and tells you what's open.
Windows 7 is six versions
It's amazing how the new Windows 7 is looking more and more like Vista licensing again. Why don't they just name it Vista 2.
3/2/09
Chargepod v2
These little devices just make your life easier to deal with when it comes to charging your various devices.
3/1/09
Seagate Drive Flaws
It's upsetting to see a hard drive company having flaws with it's storage device, when they've been in business for quite sometime.
Can someone at least make a reliable hard drive that can last long enough to appreciate it.
Can someone at least make a reliable hard drive that can last long enough to appreciate it.
2/28/09
Bluetooth Wireless Camera
This camera is just the beginning. The camera right now can be linked to only one computer with the basic bluetooth range of about 10 to 30 feet, battery life is four hours but can be extended with a usb cable to a personal computer. Not bad for a first time bluetooth product.
Don't expect miracles with this bluetooth camera but do expect to see in the future more bluetooth products being able to do more than just to hook up a wireless ear piece.
Don't expect miracles with this bluetooth camera but do expect to see in the future more bluetooth products being able to do more than just to hook up a wireless ear piece.
2/27/09
Change Register User on a PC
Here is a great tip on how to change the registered owner on a Windows XP computer.
How to change registered owner`s name on Win XP
1- Run regedit
2- Find and go to below key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\Current Version
3-Change your name in following subkey :Registered Owner
How to change registered owner`s name on Win XP
1- Run regedit
2- Find and go to below key:
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Software\Microsoft\Windows NT\Current Version
3-Change your name in following subkey :Registered Owner
2/26/09
Your Favorite Artist Music Release's
Want to know when you favorite music artist releases a new single. Don't worry about visiting the artist website or hearing it from forums, radio stations, or news groups.
This handy website will do it all. All you have to do is just enter your favorite artist name and your job is done.
This handy website will do it all. All you have to do is just enter your favorite artist name and your job is done.
2/25/09
New Sports Calender
Now there is a sports calender for all types of sports. All you have to do is to enter you favorite teams and the calendar populates itself with upcoming games during the month. Now you'll never miss a game because you'll always know when they are playing via email or mobile text message.
2/24/09
Opening XLSX files without excel
Microsoft 2007 is changing the way you save excel files and forcing you to upgrade Excel. And the only way you change you new version of excel files to the old format of .xls is to use Microsoft Compatabilty Pack software. Take control of Office now before its too late.
Microsoft Compatability Pack Link
Microsoft Compatability Pack Link
2/23/09
Clickfree Cable Automates
Need to backup you files to an external hard drive trouble fee. Taking a look at Clickfree should change your mind on how to backup. It automates everything and the best part about it is that you don't have to figure it out.
2/22/09
How to Edit / Delete System File in Vista
This is a good tip on how to edit or delete a system file in Vista. Hope that this information was useful.
2/21/09
Windows 7 Tips
If your currently running the Windows 7 version in beta. Here a some tips around Windows that you should know of. Let's just see if Microsoft this time around makes up a better software.
2/20/09
2/19/09
Wobble iPhone App
This software application has so much potential. Right now it's making money the common way. But within time this application will be a must for photo tweaking.
2/18/09
Schlage Link
This deadbolt is out of it's world. Besides unlocking the door remotely you can also get a text message when someone opens the door. The fees are high but if it's going to give you security. Then this is the way to go.
2/17/09
1099 Forms
Looking for a free 1099 form. No need to pay for these forms anymore when the IRS has them available online for free.
2/16/09
Block IE 8 from downloading
Internet Explorer 8 is due to come out real soon and network administrators who need to block Internet Explorer from downloading should use this tool kit from preventing the download to occur.
It's better to be prepared now, then to have headaches later.
Microsoft Direct Link
It's better to be prepared now, then to have headaches later.
Microsoft Direct Link
2/15/09
Alter the Boot Order
Some computer's by factory default change the standard boot order of floppy, cd rom and then hard drive. If at any time you wish to change the boot order just hit either the following functions to change the boot order. It varies from computer to computer.
F10
F11
F12
F10
F11
F12
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