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AcWxRadar
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I would like to ask for assistance on this issue. I am not sure how to go about setting my Network up. Where would I even start?

I assume that I need to set something up in the FILE SERVER menu in SETTINGS first, is this correct? Or am I off in left field already?

RADAR
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AcWxRadar
Currently, I am not having much luck.

I have my PC (Windows XP) and router set to work with STATIC IP addressing and I have set the directories on my PC to allow sharing.

If I turn my firewall completely OFF, then I can see the drives on my PC, but I cannot seem to open them past that level.

In the firewall setup, I cannot find where to add the AZBox as an "exception" to be able to keep the firewall ON and still see the drives and directories. Isn't there a place where I can add the IP address of the AZBox to my list of exceptions?

Kinda stuck at this point.
AcWxRadar
For my system I am using a Windows XP SP3 PC (an ACER Aspire 9500 laptop) and wirelessly connecting to a Linksys WRT54G router.

The router has been configured to have DHCP disabled and the AZBox and the PC are set to use a fixed STATIC IP address.

The firewall that I am turning on and off is the WINDOWS firewall resident in my PC. I am also using a AVG security system here on this PC.

I am able to connect to my AZBox from my PC just fine and I can FTP files in that direction, but I cannot "see" my PC from the AZBox side of the fence for some reason.

Fooling around with it, I set the individual drives on the PC to allow sharing and I turned the windows firewall OFF and that allowed me to see these individual drives, but I could not open them beyond that point.

RADAR
B.J.
For my system I am using a Windows XP SP3 PC (an ACER Aspire 9500 laptop) and wirelessly connecting to a Linksys WRT54G router.

The router has been configured to have DHCP disabled and the AZBox and the PC are set to use a fixed STATIC IP address.

The firewall that I am turning on and off is the WINDOWS firewall resident in my PC. I am also using a AVG security system here on this PC.

I am able to connect to my AZBox from my PC just fine and I can FTP files in that direction, but I cannot "see" my PC from the AZBox side of the fence for some reason.

Fooling around with it, I set the individual drives on the PC to allow sharing and I turned the windows firewall OFF and that allowed me to see these individual drives, but I could not open them beyond that point.

RADAR

Hi Brex,

Thanks, I am using WEP 64 bit (OPEN).

RADAR

Ignore what I said then when I said
I wouldn't expect the router firewall to affect communication within your LAN though. My routers are pretty much just dealing with what goes on between my lan and the internet, not between my computers, except for specific routes I've set up between subnets.
I didn't think about wireless access, I was just assuming you were hard wired to the Azbox. I hardwired my Azbox (only choice on Elite), although a couple of my computers do use wireless access.
My main router is a WRT54G2. I have the wireless security pretty much turned off, except that I'm using the MAC filter to only allow my own computers to access via wireless. Even that probably isn't necessary where I live, because I can't even see my own wireless system if I get more than 10' from the house (due to a metal roof), so someone would have to set up a dish or yagi antenna to even see my system from the end of my driveway, let alone from any other house. When I was running our town's computer, I had to set up a similar MAC filter, because over there, there were 3 or 4 houses close enough to connect to the wireless, and we had one house downloading movies in the middle of the night, putting us over the Hughesnet FAP limit.
But anyway, I guess this Azbox communication is easy for me, because I've pretty much disabled wireless security and computer security, and my only security is out to the internet. Anyway, hopefully Brex can help you out, as my security free system isn't the same, despite using the same router.
It's amazing how simple things are if you ignore security, but I guess that isn't an option for most.
B
Currently, I am not having much luck.

I have my PC (Windows XP) and router set to work with STATIC IP addressing and I have set the directories on my PC to allow sharing.

If I turn my firewall completely OFF, then I can see the drives on my PC, but I cannot seem to open them past that level.

In the firewall setup, I cannot find where to add the AZBox as an "exception" to be able to keep the firewall ON and still see the drives and directories. Isn't there a place where I can add the IP address of the AZBox to my list of exceptions?

Kinda stuck at this point.
After working with my wifi WinXP laptop & wired desktop for awhile I was able to add the Azbox(MMP) to the network computers, but it just doesn't stay connected. Tried both dynamic & static addresses.

WinXP firewall exceptions are found:start>control panel>win firewall>exceptions tab. There are buttons for adding programs & ports, edit & delete. Also a 'What are the risks of...?' help link.

I had better success opening files from the Azbox with my Linux laptop, which makes me believe that Samba share is not enabled until a program is used like ACC in ToolBox. The tenet window in ACC or a Linux pc could be instrumental in setting up Samba on the Azbox for all users, but according to some things I've read in another forum the Azbox CPU & system could become so burdened by the added processes that performance & heat could be hindered.

I've got a few Linux reference books to read up on this subject(Running Linux, for instance) so I'm not beaten yet.:)
AcWxRadar
After working with my wifi WinXP laptop & wired desktop for awhile I was able to add the Azbox(MMP) to the network computers, but it just doesn't stay connected. Tried both dynamic & static addresses.

WinXP firewall exceptions are found:start>control panel>win firewall>exceptions tab. There are buttons for adding programs & ports, edit & delete. Also a 'What are the risks of...?' help link.

I had better success opening files from the Azbox with my Linux laptop, which makes me believe that Samba share is not enabled until a program is used like ACC in ToolBox. The tenet window in ACC or a Linux pc could be instrumental in setting up Samba on the Azbox for all users, but according to some things I've read in another forum the Azbox CPU & system could become so burdened by the added processes that performance & heat could be hindered.

I've got a few Linux reference books to read up on this subject(Running Linux, for instance) so I'm not beaten yet.:)

Brex,

I thank you for your input on this subject. Right now, this issue will have to take a rear burner status until I get my system reset to a safe mode. Also, I am not extremely concerned with this issue. I am experimenting with it not because I want to utilize it, but because I want to know how to use it, apply it and consult others about it. I wish to be knowledgeable about all the options and applications so that I can help instruct others. If I cannot get something to work right, I cannot inform others of anything with accuracy or authority.

I will have to take a back seat and a departure from the whole process until I get all my PC's back up to par. Otherwise, I cannot trust the responses and operation of any of the programs that I am working with.

I have been set back quite a ways by a malware/spyware/virus problem. I cannot do too much until I fully recover from this event.

RADAR
B
I can very well understand your situation. I may have to quarantine Toolbox on my own pc,. but did manage to rid it of Trojan bugs with a registry cleaner & an additional Trojan cleaner with my AV suite.
Take care & best of luck with your recovery.
S
We have 3 azbox at our house and this was setup from local company called www.dishinstallpro.com they didn't charge us much to setup but I am not sure if they would be the same location as you.

I hope this helps.
Scott Greczkowski
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Last reply · posted in The Chit Chat Club
Sometimes a thread gets so many posts in it that is can cause issues for the server so that why today we introduce The Song Name Game Part 3!

So let the game continue!

The last song was added by Bobby who posted...

One Meat Ball - Andrews Sisters

CONTINUE ON AND HAVE FUN! WELCOME HOME TO SATELLITEGUYS.US!

Here are the original rules for the game as posted by WebbyDude back in 2006. http://www.satelliteguys.us/threads/68645-Song-Name-Game

Just name a song title and the band who performed it. The next person does the same thing, but needs to list a song title or band name which includes a word from the previous entry. Pick songs from any genre.

Example:

Long Live Rock and Roll -- Rainbow

Rainbow in the Dark -- Dio

Another example:

Ride the Lightning -- Metallica

Lightning Strikes -- Ozzy Osbourne


Get it?


An additional note: we all know that song titles, sometimes, use profane words. Because this is a family friendly website it is advised that you clean up that title up a bit. This is accomplished by using something like sh!t instead of the real word. Thanks....
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Take It Easy On Me - Little River Band
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TAKE IT As It Comes-The Doors
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Take It To The Limit - The Eagles
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Take It To The Limit - The Eagles
The two instances of "The" should have been highlighted.

Take
Me to the River - Talking Heads
dishstaller
Blinded By The Light - Manfred Mann's Earth Band
Ramy
Supporting Founder
Last reply · posted in The Sports Section
Really excited for this season with Kentucky having a new coach and some really exciting recruits. Probably won't last long, but here's hoping this season is great.
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They ought to have fun with this… :devilish
osu1991
They ought to have fun with this… :devilish
Was thinking same thing. It should be a good week for sec shorts and roll call
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A lot of upsets yesterday, but my LSU Tigers won.
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Best fan sign I saw during the ND-BYU game: "Bear ate your Lucky Charms!" (Bear being the Cougars' QB). I was going to suggest, "Have you or your team been involved in a Carr crash?"
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Peter Parker
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Last reply · posted in DISH Network Support Forum
No idea what improvements might be involved.
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bookworm370
Has anyone noticed an FF stutter with 713? I used to be able to hit FF a few times and skip smoothly. After 713 (maybe 712), when I skip forward, there is a definite stutter for as many times as I have pressed FF.

Can anyone check on this and report back? Recorded programs and then press skip forward a few times to see if it's smooth? Normally, it just jumps to the right place after the skips.
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I'm getting fabulous picture on Ch. 148 4k, but zero audio with H713. This is with a recorded show (Notre Dame game). Anyone else have this? Audio is fine on every other channel.
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Has anyone noticed an FF stutter with 713? I used to be able to hit FF a few times and skip smoothly. After 713 (maybe 712), when I skip forward, there is a definite stutter for as many times as I have pressed FF.

Can anyone check on this and report back? Recorded programs and then press skip forward a few times to see if it's smooth? Normally, it just jumps to the right place after the skips.
My wife mentioned that her remote is acting strange this morning. She hit FF and it went to 15x FF.
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Foxbat
Wife bought me a t-shirt that has "have you tried turning it off and on again?"
Here's the one I need:
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dishstaller
Here's the one I need:
Just ordered one....that's great.
jsmit86
I'm getting fabulous picture on Ch. 148 4k, but zero audio with H713. This is with a recorded show (Notre Dame game). Anyone else have this? Audio is fine on every other channel.
It's a known issue.
For a temporary fix, go into the menu, Audio, and turn Dolby Audio "OFF". You will have PCM stereo audio.

I was able to give the tech ops team some data logs so they could diagnose the problem, and they rolled me back to H708 temporarily. It fixed that issue.

They let me know that they understand what caused the issue, and it will be fixed within a few weeks in a new update.
Former member 208119
Last reply · posted in SiriusXM Satellite Radio
My year was almost up and we got the new bill for a year of service for $ 360.00 insane sat radio is becoming like cable!!! i logged into my acct and hopped onto chat and told the rep that i wanted to cancel. she understood my concern and went quiet for a few minutes. i figured that she was canceling my service. she comes back and said that she seen that i have been a sub since 07 and then offers me the same package for a year for 120.00 with taxes and fee's!!! i grabbed it. after almost having a stroke :biggrin
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Foxbat
Well, that was a waste of effort. Our new Cadillac comes with a three-month free trial. Good that it's free, bad that I'll have to go through the Cancellation Dance all over again…
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Well, that was a waste of effort. Our new Cadillac comes with a three-month free trial. Good that it's free, bad that I'll have to go through the Cancellation Dance all over again…
I just bought a Ram 1500 truck with a 3 month free trial. What to do when it ends?

All I want is music and news, but it is listed for $11.99 + $5.00 more for news. But $16.99 per month isn't worth it to me.
comfortably_numb
What to do when it ends?

Ask for the "All Access Plan" for $5/month.
harshness
Ask for the "All Access Plan" for $5/month.
Since the agents are now AI, you keep refusing the offer until you can justify the cost.
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What i noticed with my last renewal XM is now billing me $4.99 monthly instead of one time yearly payment.
Jimbo
What i noticed with my last renewal XM is now billing me $.99 monthly instead of one time yearly payment.
Did you accidentally get on the wrong plan ?
I still do the once a year plans.
Jimbo
Since the agents are now AI, you keep refusing the offer until you can justify the cost.
Not entirely true ...
If you ask for a Human, you'll get one ...
You will definitely know when you do.
S
Not entirely true ...
If you ask for a Human, you'll get one ...
You will definitely know when you do.
Don't you mean phone sex operators:biggrin
Jimbo
Don't you mean phone sex operators:biggrin
Is That why you keep SXM ??? :biggrin
B
Did you accidentally get on the wrong plan ?
I still do the once a year plans.
I have to think maybe more people dont keep track of the monthly XM bill. Every time i renew i put a reminder on my calendar week before its time to renew. My wife told me the other day not to renew her and then i told her you are not going to be able to listen to XM at home. Then she changed her mind...!!
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I have to think maybe more people dont keep track of the monthly XM bill. Every time i renew i put a reminder on my calendar week before its time to renew. My wife told me the other day not to renew her and then i told her you are not going to be able to listen to XM at home. Then she changed her mind...!!
I get an e-mail every month reminding me that X amount will be charged to my credit card. If I see it go up I get on chat or pick up the phone. But I also remember that my year is up in December.
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I get an e-mail every month reminding me that X amount will be charged to my credit card. If I see it go up I get on chat or pick up the phone. But I also remember that my year is up in December.
yea i don't understand WHY, like you I get a notice each month. Mine is also up in December.
Jimbo
yea i don't understand WHY, like you I get a notice each month. Mine is also up in December.
You get an email every month to let you know they are billing you for the next month.
Foxbat
Mrs. Foxbat reminded me it's that time of the year to do the Cancel Tango💃🏽

The A.I. agent appears to be better than in the past. It got to the acceptable price quicker than previous years, no human operator involved. $5/mo and I still have over $50 in SiriusXM credit from my FordPartner benefits.
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Jimbo
Mrs. Foxbat reminded me it's that time of the year to do the Cancel Tango💃🏽

The A.I. agent appears to be better than in the past. It got to the acceptable price quicker than previous years, no human operator involved. $5/mo and I still have over $50 in SiriusXM credit from my FordPartner benefits.
I forgot you can pay that with Ford Pass points, I won't be due again till Feb, but I'll have to remember to try it ... Not sure what needs to be done, but I do have a substantial amount of points currently.
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Is That why you keep SXM ??? :biggrin
when i say cancel. they give the moon and stars!!! iv'e gotten free radios and a free month once since it was my bday ;).
osu1991
Pub Member / Supporter
Last reply · posted in The Chit Chat Club

The number-one US state for EV growth, according to the June 22 Yardi report?
Oklahoma.


:eek


It has no ZEV mandates and "minimal" incentives, Yardi says, but also has cheap electricity, high multi-car household rates (so, for example, a non-Lightning Ford F-150 pulls their trailers), and a consumer base willing to switch.
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meStevo

Never realized that Tesla is losing to BYD at manufacturing too, which IMO is Tesla's biggest accomplishment and area of innovation. Nice writeup about the state of play and how we got here though. I have no faith that we're moving any productive direction though sadly, most changes and efforts feel reactionary rather than rooted in making use of the time being bought by tariffs, with few exceptions.

So: how are the cars so cheap, and what is being cut to get there? The best public accounting comes from the Rhodium Group, which compared BYD, Geely, and Leapmotor against Tesla's Chinese operation, a fair comparison because it removes labor costs and shipping from the equation entirely. Their estimate is that BYD builds a car for about $4,700 less than Tesla builds a Model 3 in Shanghai, roughly 15 percent of the Model 3's price. The breakdown is the interesting part. Direct government grants account for about $292 per vehicle, which is 5 percent of the gap. The biggest single factor is vertical integration: BYD makes about 80 percent of its top-tier components in-house, against 37 percent for Tesla, and that eliminates roughly $2,369 per vehicle in supplier markups. Lower overhead, meaning cheaper engineering talent and administrative cost spread across enormous volume, accounts for another $1,719. And BYD pays its suppliers on 155-day terms, against Tesla's 60, which is worth about $214 per car in float. When people say the Chinese advantage is subsidies, the per-vehicle number says otherwise. When people say it is slave wages, the Tesla Shanghai comparison says otherwise too. The advantage is mostly that BYD decided, twenty years ago, to make its own batteries, its own motors, its own power electronics, and its own semiconductors, and Western automakers decided the opposite.​
harshness
The EV company to watch out for is SAIC. They seem likely to take over Government Motors at some point.

GM originally struck a JV deal with SAIC to gain access to China. Now SAIC has taken China back with the substantial library of technology GM shared and they're looking to export to Mexico, South America, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific.
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harshness
If it weren't for the sky-high electricity prices...

Of course, the real scare with Winter coming is the insane cost of heating oil.
dfergie
Staff member HERE TO HELP YOU!
Last reply · posted in The Chit Chat Club
Stumbled across this ... http://www.gaspricewatch.com/USGas_ZipSearch.asp
I found no local prices, although it did show stations at my location...
Added these to this post...
USA National Gas Temperature Map
State By State Gasoline Taxes
Gas Buddy

Ethanol Free Stations

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Bobby
Regular$5.999​
Premium$6.399​
Diesel$7.999​
at Costco, Rohnert Park.​
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Regular$5.999​
Premium$6.399​
Odd that out there, Prem is only 40 cents higher. Here it's a full dollar more.

Last night it was about $4.17 gas, $6,19 diesel.
harshness
Odd that out there, Prem is only 40 cents higher. Here it's a full dollar more.
On the West Coast, a 40-cent differential is common. It used to be 30 cents before the prices rose above $3.

A "full dollar more" sounds like it may be boat gas (non-alcoholic), which is a whole different discussion.
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Here in Indiana, the difference between Regular and Premium is usually a dollar, but some charge even more:
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A "full dollar more" sounds like it may be boat gas (non-alcoholic),
Both non-ethanol and prem run about the same....buck more. When we were up in TN it was a buck more up there as well.
harshness
In Oregon, our premium boat gas is about a dollar more than our corn premium. Several stations only offer the non-corn premium grade.
SuperDish_Fan23
Last reply · posted in DISH Network Support Forum
Why are ViP922s So rare? like its crazy how ebay has none, i checked everywhere, also, i got a ViP222k now, which is actually activated!
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dishdude
They didn't sell many, they were pricey and not out long. Quickly got replaced by the Hopper.
T
They were high-end specialty, somewhat buggy and the 612/622/722 just overwhelmed it in popularity.
HipKat
I think they were more of a transitional receiver bridging the VIPs to the Hopper. They were a PITA to install and were buggy. Personally, I thought at the time that they were the best receiver out there. The versatility of the VIP's with the new Hopper GUI and, by far, the coolest-looking front plate and lighting.
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AZ.
Well if it is because of reliability that wouldnt shock me.I went through 5 or 6 of them in little over 2 years. I loved the Sling when it worked! Saved lots of money having it in the day. That was probably 15 or 16 years ago?
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teachsac
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Last reply · posted in TV Shows
Hondo is back with a new squad 9/25 only on Starz.


View: https://m.youtube.com/shorts/b0gPzA8KHEQ
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Pass,
K
Never watched the previous shows, so doubtful.
teachsac
Started watching yesterday. Not too bad.
Scott Greczkowski
Wife likes it.