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Cradle to Grave
22 Jan 2008
Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 Migration Best Practices Guide - Final Draft (feature)
The Final Draft of the Open Enterprise Server 2 Migration Best Practices Guide is now available. Download it here.
15 Jan 2008
Network login/logout utility (tool)
Provides easy access to the Novell network login interface.
12 Dec 2007
One Giant Leap: Cool Solutions gets some New Digs (tip)
Eleven years after launching the first Cool Solutions site, we have just taken a major step forward. We have some new digs - a full-on community site with all the Web 2.0 bells and whistles. Check it out!
6 Dec 2007
Configuring Novell Clustering with ESX Server (feature)
Brett Littrel explains two ways to configure Novell Clustering on VMWare ESX Servers.
30 Nov 2007
Incremental and Differential Backups with Linux (feature)
Hanny Kraa shares a solution on how to make incremental and differential backups of your Linux system.
30 Nov 2007
Finding Open Files and Network Connections (feature)
Mike Farrell shows you how to use the lsof and netstat commands to get a complete list of all open files or network connections on your system.
29 Nov 2007
Expanding a Mirrored Volume in a Two-Node Cluster (feature)
Jack Shreve shares step-by-step instructions on how to expand a mirrored volume in a two-node cluster. This is for administrators without clustered/mirrored data pool experience.
28 Nov 2007
Adding eGuide from OES1 to OES2 (tip)
Missing eGuide in your new OES install? This tip from Alan Pearson should help you get it back and working.
21 Nov 2007
Going Beyond a Simple Firewall Configuration using NetFilter/iptables (feature)
David Mair adds some new features to his iptables solution from 2006.
21 Nov 2007
NIC Bonding with Xen Virtualization (feature)
Joe Harmon and Jim Short explain how to set up NIC bonding with Xen Virtualization.
20 Nov 2007
Understanding how RAIDed Disks Interact with the SLES Boot Process (tip)
Ivan Vari shares a solution for a problem he had installing a SLED/SLES system onto software raided (RAID1) disks.
20 Nov 2007
Submit a Tip (feature)
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19 Nov 2007
Installing and Configuring Novell FTP Server for eDirectory Authentication (feature)
This article by Punya Mall is useful for administrators who want to use eDirectory instead of open-LDAP for user authentication.
16 Nov 2007
Recovering User Files on iFolder 3.4 on NSS using Salvage (feature)
Andrew Grant shares a solution he recently used to retrieve files that had been accidentally deleted from a user's computer and from iFolder.
16 Nov 2007
Useful RPM Commands (tip)
Maer Melo put together a handy list of RPM commands you can use to install and remove software packages, update packages, and more.
16 Nov 2007
Seeing Who's Logged in on your OES Server (tip)
Daniel Hedblom shares a script that will show a list of users who are logged into OES.
9 Nov 2007
Linux Add Volume (tool)
This tool creates a volume on a previously created Linux NSS Pool.
9 Nov 2007
Migrating CIFS to Samba on OES (feature)
Ruud van der Zwet explains how to migrate CIFS shares on OES NetWare to Samba shares on OES Linux.
9 Nov 2007
Using ClusterSSH to Perform Tasks on Multiple Servers Simultaneously (tip)
Martijn Pepping shows you how to use ClusterSSH to perform tasks on multiple servers simultaneously from one single command window.
9 Nov 2007
Enabling NSS xattr on OES (tip)
NSS pools contain metadata such as trustees and extended attributes not found on other Linux file systems. Dean Giles explains how to enable NSS xattr on OES so the specialized metadata can be preserved by standard Linux xattr APIs.
9 Nov 2007
Load/Unload NetWare NLMs Remotely using OES Linux (tip)
Karthik Bachu shares a tip on how to load/unload NetWare NLMs, or copy the files from NetWare to Linux or vice versa remotely using OES Linux.
6 Nov 2007
Linux Activate Pool Snapshot (tool)
This tool activates a previously created Linux NSS Pool Snapshot.
6 Nov 2007
Linux Deactivate Pool Snapshot (tool)
This tool deactivates a previously activated Linux NSS Pool Snapshot.
6 Nov 2007
Linux Get Pool Snapshot Info (tool)
This tool retrieves detailed information about a specified Linux NSS Pool Snapshot.
1 Nov 2007
Automating OES 2 Installation Using PXE Boot and AutoYaST (feature)
Installing OES 2 using PXE Boot and AutoYaST eliminates the need for boot media, installation media and inconsistent server installations. Mike Faris explains how to set up and configure the installation Server.
1 Nov 2007
Customizing AutoYaST for OES 2 Installation (feature)
AutoYaST allows for automating your SLES 10 installations, eliminating repetitious tasks by deployment teams. Mike Faris shows you how to customize AutoYaST for your SLES 10 installations.
1 Nov 2007
Creating NSS Volumes on OES 2 using Distributed Replicated Block Device (feature)
Sakila Ravi explains how to configure DRBD to create NSS pools and volumes on a single hard disk machine on SLES 10 SP1 OES 2.
1 Nov 2007
Nagios 3.0 - Sample Check Program Integration for LDAP Statistics (feature)
In this third article of a series about Nagios 3.0, Rainer Brunold shows you how to integrate a new check program into the Nagios environment.
1 Nov 2007
NetWare's EDIT.NLM, Revisited (tip)
Jack Shreve shares some tips and examples on how to use EDIT.NLM.
26 Oct 2007
Installing Open Enterprise Server 2 into an Existing Tree (appnote)
Updated: Joe Harmon provides a step-by-step process of how to install OES 2 into an existing tree.
26 Oct 2007
Nagios 3.0 Extension - NagiosGraph (feature)
Rainer Brunold continues his series of articles on Nagios 3.0. This article will show you how to add a Nagios extension that allows you to create charts based on service check results.
25 Oct 2007
Workaround for Backup Exec and Java Utilization Problem (tip)
Jack Shreve shares a solution for a problem when utilization of the node Backup Exec is running on spikes through the roof when attempting to check job logs.
24 Oct 2007
Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 Technical Seminar (feature)
If you're looking to deploy Novell Open Enterprise Server 2, take advantage of a technical seminar delivered by global Novell Training Services partners. This seminar will introduce you to new and enhanced features such as Xen virtualization, Dynamic Storage Technology (DST), DFS Junctions and Archive and Version Services on Linux, Novell iFolder 3.6 and Novell iManager 2.7. Find out more...
19 Oct 2007
Configuring Novell Archive and Version Services using Pre-Configured PostgreSQL Server (appnote)
Anilkumar Bolleni explains how to configure a Novell Archive and Version server on an already configured PostgreSQL server. This is useful if a user has configured the PostgreSQL database earlier and wants the Novell Archive and Version Service to use the same database server.
19 Oct 2007
Cool Wiki: Changing an OES 2 Server's IP Address (tip)
Jesse Pretorius posted a solution in the Cool Wiki about how to change the IP Address of an OES 2 (Linux) server. Read it here.
19 Oct 2007
Migrating DHCP from OES 1.0 to OES 2.0 Linux (feature)
Bindu Nayar and Sulabh Sharma explain how to migrate a DHCP configuration from OES 1.0 (file based DHCP Server) to OES 2.0 (directory integrated DHCP Server).
19 Oct 2007
Nagios 3.0 - A Extensible Host and Service Monitoring (feature)
If you're planning on installing Nagios, check out this installation guide from Rainer Brunold that gives you step-by-step instructions on how to set it up.
17 Oct 2007
Survey: How well are Novell and your other vendors meeting your needs? (tip)
We're interested in knowing how well Novell is meeting your needs in several areas identified as important to current customers. Please take this short, five-minute survey to help us understand your satisfaction with Novell and other vendors.
16 Oct 2007
Top Academic IT Solutions Survey (feature)
If you work for an academic organization, your insights on what IT solutions are most important to academic organizations can get you a chance at an Apple iPhone! Take the short survey by 19 October. 4 chances to win!
15 Oct 2007
Check eDirectory LDAP Statistics with Nagios (tool)
This program can be used to monitor the number of ldap searches and errors with Nagios.
10 Oct 2007
Using DFS in an Open Enterprise Server 2 Environment (appnote)
Karthik Bachu explains how to configure DFS on OES 2 and move or split volumes from one server to another.
10 Oct 2007
SSH Proxying (feature)
Damian Myerscough shows you how to set up the SSH (Secure Shell) proxy utility that gives you the ability to relay network connections via SOCKS and HTTPS.
10 Oct 2007
Using ECHO in NCFs (tip)
Bryan Keadle shares a tip that will help you get the screen-echo functionality working in NetWare 6.5.
10 Oct 2007
DesktopClean 2.5 (tool)
Scans local desktop, moves files to a specified network path, then creates shortcuts to moved files on desktop.
8 Oct 2007
Error from Invalid Credentials Stored in CASA Secret Store (tip)
If you enter a wrong password when entering authentication information, it is stored in the CASA secret store. If you try executing any migration CLI commands using the --use-casa switch you will get an error. Check out this tip from Shashikala BV for help on how to fix it.
8 Oct 2007
Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 Now Available (feature)
Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 is now available to customers worldwide. Open Enterprise Server 2 features full 64-bit support of software services previously only found on NetWare, along with storage management enhancements and NetWare virtualization. Get all the details here ...
8 Oct 2007
Novell Open Audio: OES 2 Released!!! (feature)
Jason Williams gives an update on what OES 2 includes as well as future plans for service pack 1.
5 Oct 2007
Create an Integrated OES 2/SLES 10 SP1 DVD Image (tool)
This script combines the OES 2 ISO and the SLES 10 SP1 ISO into a single integrated DVD image for easier OES 2 installation.
5 Oct 2007
Dual Boot SLED 10 SP1 and Windows Vista with GRUB as the Boot Loader (tip)
Wally Frist explains how to set up dual boot for SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Service Pack 1 and Vista using GRUB as the boot loader.
5 Oct 2007
Ultimate Linux Desktop (feature)
Ivan Vari shares a solution based on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 SP1 with VMware virtualization. The outcome is a multi-boot (Linux/Windows) environment which allows a user to load both systems natively and virtualized as well as providing ultimate flexibility.
5 Oct 2007
Novell Credential Manager Interface (feature)
This article by Brian Cooper describes the Credential Manager Interface in the Novell Client for Windows and in the Novell Client for Windows Vista.
5 Oct 2007
NetWare Virtualized on Xen Tips (feature)
Glen Davis shares some helpful tips for NetWare virtualized on Xen.
5 Oct 2007
A Different Way to do 802.1X Authentication with Novell Client (feature)
Brett Littrell shares a workaround for some issues he had integrating 802.1X into his network.
3 Oct 2007
AutoYaST: Network Auto Configuration Script (feature)
Cameron Seader shares a script you can add to the Autoinst.xml file when setting up your systems using AutoYaST.
3 Oct 2007
Migrating Data from NetWare 5.1 to OES, with eDirectory 8.7.3.7 (feature)
This article by Shashikala B.V. shows the step-by-step process to follow when migrating from NetWare 5.1 to OES, using upgrades to eDirectory.
1 Oct 2007
Data Migration Tool (tool)
This tool is can be used in OES 2 for data migration with data ACL information maintained from NetWare and Windows servers to OES 2.0 server.
28 Sep 2007
Configuring a Xen VM for Live Migration within a Cluster (feature)
Jason Record shows you how to configure a Xen Virtual Machine (VM) resource for live migration.
28 Sep 2007
SAN Storage Design for Xen Virtualization Based on Block Devices (feature)
This article by Ivan Vari focuses on a design where virtual machines are manually managed/migrated by the administrator and running on block devices.
27 Sep 2007
Working with DHCP in OES 2.0 Linux (appnote)
In this AppNote, Bindu Nayar and Ruma Chakraborty explain how to use DHCP in OES 2.0 Linux and provide an overview of the new features.
27 Sep 2007
Installing and Configuring Samba on Open Enterprise Server 2 (appnote)
Joe Harmon walks you through the process of installing and configuring Samba after the installation of OES 2.
27 Sep 2007
Highlights of Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 - Part 4 of 4 (feature)
The Wait Is Over: Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 delivers on the remaining services you've wanted to see on Linux, including directory-enabled Domain Name Services (DNS) and Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), DFS Junction support, and Archive and Versioning services. Read this Novell Connection magazine article for all the details.
27 Sep 2007
DOS Boot Menu for NetWare (feature)
James Rudd shows you how to setup a DOS boot menu for a NetWare server. Use it for firmware upgrades or to load the server with flags for troubleshooting. This guide should also work for NetWare servers running as virtualized guests on OES2.
27 Sep 2007
Solution for Error: nbackup: Unable to retrieve the Target Service Name list from xx.xx.xx.xx (tip)
If you're migrating data from NetWare 5.1 to OES 2 and get the following error: "nbackup: Unable to retrieve the Target Service Name list from xx.xx.xx.xx", here's a tip from Shashikala BV on how to fix it.
26 Sep 2007
NLM Inventory Tool 4.0 (tool)
Updated: Use MS Word and MS Access to inventory the NLMs on your servers and other Config.txt file data.
24 Sep 2007
(Error 898) NetWare Administrator Error Accessing Server Objects from Windows Client (tip)
Shashikala BV shares a solution for error 898: NetWare Administrator error while accessing the server objects from a Windows client.
24 Sep 2007
Novell Map Network Drive Problem from Windows Client (tip)
This tip from Shashikala BV shows you how to solve problems mapping a network drive from a Windows Client machine.
21 Sep 2007
Mounting a Windows Share to the Linux File System (feature)
Michael Farrell shares a solution for accessing Windows network shares on a Linux desktop.
21 Sep 2007
Troubleshooting Problem Accessing a GroupWise / OES Server from ConsoleOne after OES Migration (tip)
Greg Jandrain explains how he solved a problem he had accessing a GroupWise / OES server from ConsoleOne after migrating to OES.
14 Sep 2007
Integrating Dynamic DNS with Novell Business Continuity Clustering 1.1 for Linux (appnote)
Brad Rupp explains how to implement dynamic DNS on a single resource in a Novell Business Continuity Cluster.
14 Sep 2007
Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 Public Beta (feature)
Heads Up: The Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 public beta is now available. Download it here.
14 Sep 2007
Server Report (tool)
Simple Bash script that generates a report for documentation purposes.
13 Sep 2007
Resuming From Suspend on a Dell Latitude D400 (tip)
Eric Gearhart shares a solution for a problem he had with his Dell Latitude D400 resuming from suspend in SLED 10 SP1.
12 Sep 2007
Error: Volume NCP could not be created, error 22 (tip)
Here's a tip from Shashikala BV on how to fix a problem with NCP volume creation on a OES 2.0 server. Error: "Volume NCP could not be created, error 22."
12 Sep 2007
Solving Error when using df -h (tip)
If you get the error: df: cannot read table of mounted file systems: no such file or directory, here is a tip from Shashikala BV on how to fix it.
10 Sep 2007
Illegal Partition Table Error While Booting (tip)
If you get an "Illegal Partition Table Error" message during system booting, it could be because the Partition Table got corrupted or deleted. Check out this tip from Shashikala BV on how to fix it.
7 Sep 2007
Implementing Virtual IP in a Novell Business Continuity Cluster using RIP (feature)
Brad Rupp explains how to deploy Virtual IP in a Novell Business Continuity Cluster.
7 Sep 2007
Troubleshooting iPrint Driver Store Errors (tip)
Jeffry Sleddens explains how he solved some errors he got when trying to create an iPrint Driver Store.
4 Sep 2007
ABENDLogFilter Utility (tool)
This utility rewrites the ABEND.LOG into a more readable and useful format.
1 Sep 2007
UserKVYMonitor v1.7.1 (tool)
The analyzer of user activity on NetWare server with Novell ZENworks Remote
Management support.
31 Aug 2007
Setting Up Dynamic Storage Technology with Open Enterprise Server 2 (OES) 2 (appnote)
With his customary attention to detail, Joe Harmon explains exactly how to set up Dynamic Storage Technology on OES 2. If you ever want to move old unused data to older storage, remove unwanted JPG, MP3, ISO, and zip files from your system, or just have smaller backups, you'll want to read this. Thanks Joe!
30 Aug 2007
Using Docufide Secure Transcript with NDPS and SLES (feature)
Brett Littrell explains how to configure NDPS and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server to send student transcripts to Docufide.
25 Aug 2007
Using iFolder to Backup and Share Tomboy Notes (tip)
Here's a tip from Richard Holder on how to use iFolder to backup Tomboy Notes and make them available on multiple computers.
24 Aug 2007
NetworkTester (tool)
This script is made to test networking hardware and software in a simple way by verifying packets travel reliably across the network.
24 Aug 2007
Identify a User's Location During Login (tip)
Darron Michael explains how to identify a user's location (onsite or offsite) during login and select which options to run or not run within the login script.
24 Aug 2007
iPrint fills up Apache Access_log Files (feature)
Andrew Barker shares a solution for a problem he had with a SYS volume being filled up by large Apache access_logs files. The Apache access_log files contained large amounts of iPrint entries.
23 Aug 2007
INIT Script for Tivoli Storage Manager (tip)
Cameron Seader shares a script that will start the Tivoli Storage Manager client acceptor daemon on SUSE Linux Enterprise.
23 Aug 2007
NetWare Disk IO Monitoring with Nagios (tool)
Nagios Script for Monitoring Novell NetWare Disk IO.
22 Aug 2007
Migrating AD into eDirectory, using OpenLDAP on OES (appnote)
This AppNote by Mike Faris takes you step by step through the process of migrating Active Directory data into eDirectory on an OES system, using OpenLDAP.
17 Aug 2007
Highlights of Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 - Part 3 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection articles about Novell Open Enterprise Server 2. Part 3 explains how to preserve your NetWare services in a paravirtualized NetWare virtual machine.
16 Aug 2007
How to Maintain your Linux Environment, if you're New to Linux (feature)
Hanny Kraa put together a quick reference guide with some basic Linux administrative tasks for NetWare administrators who are new to Linux.
16 Aug 2007
Troubleshooting Problems Viewing Files on a NetWare Server (tip)
Tony Kelly explains how he solved some problems users were having when viewing files on a NetWare Server if they were using the Verdana Ref font.
13 Aug 2007
Backup4all 3.10.281 (tool)
Customizable backup software for full, incremental, differential and mirror backups.
10 Aug 2007
Compressed Drive Imaging over a Network (feature)
Michael Farrell explains how to copy an entire drive image from one computer running Linux to another.
10 Aug 2007
Virtualization Performance and Workload Recommendations to Get the Most From Your Assets (feature)
Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 has the ability to run in either a physical or virtual environment. Part of the Open Enterprise Server 2 product is SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 Support Pack 1 including Xen virtualization. This Novell Connection article by Jason Williams will give you information and guidance about virtualization in Open Enterprise Server 2.
10 Aug 2007
openSUSE Linux Rants eBook Library (tip)
Heads Up: Scott Morris has created a new openSUSE Linux Rants eBook Library where you can download his free eBooks. Get all the details here and download his new eBook called: "Investigation 101 - Gathering Information about Hardware, Filesystem, and Processes".
7 Aug 2007
Linux List Pool Snapshots (tool)
This tool lists Linux NSS Snapshot pools.
7 Aug 2007
Linux Add Pool (tool)
This tool creates an NSS pool on a specified device.
7 Aug 2007
Linux Remove Pool Snapshot (tool)
This tool deletes a specified NSS pool Snapshot.
7 Aug 2007
Linux Add Pool Snapshot (tool)
This tool creates a Linux NSS pool Snapshot on a specified device.
3 Aug 2007
Highlights of Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 - Part 2 (feature)
Here's part 2 in a series of Novell Connection articles about Novell Open Enterprise Server 2. Learn how Novell Domain Services for Windows can help simplify your IT environment.
3 Aug 2007
Configuring OES SP2 with NSS, NCS, and Samba (feature)
Jordan Nielsen shares instructions on how to configure Clustering, NSS, and Samba in an OES SP2 environment.
3 Aug 2007
Cool Blog: iFolder 3.6 - Looking *really* good! (feature)
Read Jason Williams latest blog about some of the new features and enhancements in iFolder 3.6.
3 Aug 2007
Setting Up XNTPD Time on NetWare 6.5 SP5 Servers (feature)
Chris Premo explains how to configure your NetWare 6.5 SP5 servers to use XNTPD Time.
27 Jul 2007
OES Migration (appnote)
Ruud van der Zwet shares instructions for a project that migrates five OES NetWare servers to one OES Linux server.
27 Jul 2007
Securing Access to the iPrint Web Page outside of the Network (tip)
Here's a tip from Chris Premo on how to secure access to the iPrint Web Page from outside of the Network.
27 Jul 2007
8 CLI Tools that are Under-utilized, Sometimes Unknown, or Unappreciated and Yet Pack a Powerful Punch (feature)
Jonathan Peck put together a list of command line tools that he has found to be very helpful and informative when it comes to administrating Linux.
20 Jul 2007
Migrating Microsoft DNS to OES Linux (feature)
Michael Faris shares instructions on how to migrate DNS zones from Windows to Linux.
20 Jul 2007
Manually Partitioning Your Hard Drive with fdisk (feature)
Damian Myerscough shows you how to create partitions with fdisk on SUSE Linux Enterprise.
20 Jul 2007
File Replication Pro - Native Novell File Replication & Synchronization (tool)
Bit Level, Real-Time or Scheduled File Replication & Synchronization
20 Jul 2007
How to put a Linux SMDR in NetWare Mode or in Dual Mode (tip)
When adding Linux servers to your network you may find that you need to back them up from a NetWare server. Here's a tip from Dean Giles that shows you how to put a Linux SMDR in NetWare mode or in Dual mode so you can backup a Linux server from NetWare.
12 Jul 2007
FSSync 1.8 (tool)
File operations (delete, copy, purge..) with some Novell specific add-ons (purge, truee/IRM-copy)
11 Jul 2007
Keeping your FTP Service to Yourself (tip)
Peter Frolich shares a slick method of keeping people from hacking in and using your FTP service. His solution keeps your logfile from getting crammed as well. Especially groovy when it comes to stopping bots. Enjoy!
6 Jul 2007
Highlights of Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 - Part 1 (feature)
In this first of a four-part series, Novell Connection magazine digs deep into some of the highlights of Open Enterprise Server 2, starting with Dynamic Storage Technology - a new feature focused entirely on helping customers control rising data storage costs.
6 Jul 2007
Delete or Rename Files with Corrupted Filenames (tip)
Have you ever been asked to delete a directory that was not empty but you can't find any files in there? Or you can see a file, but you can't delete it? Greg Riedesel shares some tips on how to get rid of them. Updated with new information!
28 Jun 2007
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 for the Masses: Discover the Power of Network-Based, Hands-Free Installations (feature)
Nathan Conger explains how to setup and configure a Network Installation Server paired with PXE Boot and AutoYaST for speedy, hands-free installations.
28 Jun 2007
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Creating a Custom AutoFill Sorted List in OpenOffice.org Calc 2 (feature)
Need to insert the same data over and over again in your spreadsheet? Does it need to be in a certain order? Calc's autofill feature can help you add that data with just a drag. Read this tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to learn how.
28 Jun 2007
Mounting ISO Image Files as NSS Volumes on OES for Linux (feature)
Simon Flood shows you how to mount ISO image files of CDs or DVDs as NSS volumes on OES Linux.
28 Jun 2007
Novell Open Enterprise Server Training and Support Promotion Extended! (feature)
The Novell Open Enterprise Server Training and Support promotion is being extended through September 15, 2007. Take advantage of free Open Enterprise Server training and support. Get all the details here.
27 Jun 2007
Novell Announces Two New Security Management Products (feature)
Novell announced two innovative solutions for the high-demand, device security management market. ZENworks Endpoint Security Management and ZENworks Secure Desktop. Find out more here ...
21 Jun 2007
Troubleshooting the SLES10 Boot Process (feature)
Jason Record has provided a quick reference guide to narrow down the cause of a failed boot and get the server back up as quickly as possible. It is based on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.
21 Jun 2007
Complete NetWare to OES Linux Migration Guide (appnote)
Mike Faris shares a step-by-step guide on how to migrate a server from NetWare to OES Linux.
21 Jun 2007
Remote Management using SSH and X-Forwarding (feature)
James Rudd explains how to use SSH and X-Forwarding for remote management of your OES or SLES servers.
20 Jun 2007
Free* Novell Open Enterprise Server Administrator's Command Reference Quick Start Card (feature)
Put NetWare and Linux commands at your fingertips. Sign up to get your free* Novell Open Enterprise Server Administrator's Command Reference Quick Start Card from BrainStorm Inc.
15 Jun 2007
Patching an OES server with ZENworks Linux Management 7 (tip)
The best (and only supported) way to update an Open Enterprise Linux Server is by OES patch bundles and not via the oes-bundle. Here's how you do it.
14 Jun 2007
New Free YaST eBook Available (tip)
Scott Morris has completed another free eBook. It covers the basics of managing software with YaST. It goes over what Installation Sources are, how to get a full list of them, and how to put them in. He also covers the basics of adding and removing software via YaST. Find out how to get the free ebook here.
14 Jun 2007
How to Securely Access a Server GUI from a Workstation (feature)
Simon Flood explains how to securely access a server's graphic console from a workstation rather than have to be physically located where the server is.
14 Jun 2007
Changing the Default Text Editor Used in SLED 10 (tip)
Ricardo da Costa shares a tip on how to change your default text editor in SLED 10.
14 Jun 2007
Getting Ahead: Migrating from NetWare to OES (tip)
Check out this new Connection Magazine article by Ken Baker for some tips on planning a NetWare to OES Migration.
12 Jun 2007
NWAddIn - Novell NetWare Reporting in Microsoft Excel (tool)
Novell NetWare add-in for Microsoft Excel provides functions to extract Novell NetWare Server and Volume details.
8 Jun 2007
Create Backup Copy of File Every N minutes (tool)
Perl script creates a backup copy of a file every N minutes.
8 Jun 2007
Using Redirect Links to Consolidate and Simplify Access to Management Links (feature)
Bryan Keadle shows you an easy way to keep track of your web-based management tools and pages.
30 May 2007
syslog-atom.py (tool)
Python script that transforms your syslog-ng formatted messages from your logfile into an atom feed. So now you can use you favorite feed reader to keep up with your logs!
30 May 2007
Cool Wiki: Migration Wizard (feature)
Check out this wiki article for recommendations on server migrations and tips on tuning the server configurations to speed up the migration and reduce the risk of problems.
29 May 2007
Renaming a NIC (tip)
Muhammad Sharfuddin explains how you can change the name of a NIC in your system.
24 May 2007
Novell Open Audio: Bill Pray on GroupWise and Novell Business Continuity Clustering (feature)
When will we see parity on the GroupWise Linux client? Bill Pray and Gregory Webb answer this question in the interview, and get an update on the next release of GroupWise codenamed Bonsai. Also, Brad Rupp and Ryan Okelberry get technical with Novell Business Continuity Clustering.
24 May 2007
Login Tracking Scripts (feature)
James Rudd shares an easy way to keep a login log of users that can be used for tracking and statistical purposes.
24 May 2007
How to use NSS Storage with a SLES 10 iSCSI Server (feature)
Lane Harner explains how he solved some problems he had when using an iSCSI server as shared storage with NSS.
24 May 2007
NDPS Printer Installation Script (feature)
Ed Radke shares a script that he uses to aid in NDPS printer installations.
16 May 2007
Solution for Error: Could not initialize nwtermio terminfo database (tip)
Anthony Keaveney explains how he fixed a "Could not initialize nwtermio terminfo database" error he got when his server would abend when mounting the SYS volume.
16 May 2007
Back Up and Synchronize Files between a Desktop and Laptop on SLED 10 (feature)
Peter McCracken shows you how to back up and synchronize files between a desktop and laptop using a USB hard disk and RSYNC.
11 May 2007
NW Get File Time Info (tool)
This tool returns the stored times for all metadata. (ie. creation, modified, archived, accessed and metadata modified time).
11 May 2007
Creating a DFS Junction on OES Linux (tip)
Florian Deckert shares a tip on how to create a DFS junction on OES Linux.
11 May 2007
Restarting NDS on OES Linux without the Novell Client Warning Message on Desktops (tip)
Eric Champagne shares a tip on how to restart NDS and not have the Novell Client prompt warning message on every desktop.
11 May 2007
Integrating Your Linux Host into a Windows Environment (tip)
Dewey Hylton shares a solution that allows you to easily navigate Windows and Samba servers.
11 May 2007
Free "Intro to Linux" Course (tip)
Heads Up: Scott Morris has just released a new free "Intro to Linux" course that is done via email. Its goal is to be the most basic introduction to Linux possible. You should have a basic understanding of Linux once you complete the course. Get all the details here.
11 May 2007
Cool Wiki: Migrating a DNS Service from NetWare to Linux (tip)
Louis Bernardo recently added a new article in the Cool Wiki about migrating DNS from a NetWare server to a Linux server. Read the article here.
4 May 2007
Winsock 2.0 Management Option on NetWare 6.5 (tip)
Rodney Crossman shares a quick tip on how to use the Winsock 2.0 Management option in the NRM portal on NetWare 6.5.
4 May 2007
Extensions for PHP 5.0.5 (tip)
If you need more extensions for PHP 5.0.5, Guenter Knauf has compiled a large list of php extensions that are available for download.
3 May 2007
DHCP Lease Data Monitoring Utility (tool)
Retrieve and display DHCP lease data of a Linux DHCP server.
1 May 2007
OES: Apply Patches Without New Kernel Patches Being Applied (feature)
Cameron Seader shares a script that you can use if you have a need in your OES Linux environment to apply patches without having a new kernel being applied.
25 Apr 2007
Using Novell Remote Manager on OES Linux and OES NetWare Servers (appnote)
Dave Simons shows you how to use Novell Remote Manager on OES Linux and OES NetWare Servers.
24 Apr 2007
NW Ping Epoch (tool)
This perl script pings an inactive Epoch to prevent it from being removed.
24 Apr 2007
NW Reset Event List (tool)
This utility will remove all Event File List (EFL) Event Epochs, both active and used, for a specified NSS volume.
24 Apr 2007
NW Start Event Epoch (tool)
This utility will start a new active Event File List (EFL) Event Epoch for a specified NSS volume.
24 Apr 2007
NW Stop Event Epoch (tool)
This perl script will stop the current Event File List (EFL) Event Epoch for a specified NSS volume.
24 Apr 2007
NW File Event List (tool)
This utility creates a list of modified files for a specific EFL epoch on a specified NSS volume.
19 Apr 2007
NW Activate Pool Snapshot (tool)
This Perl script activates a specified pool snapshot.
19 Apr 2007
tbackup.sh (tool)
Back up and restore trustee rights.
18 Apr 2007
Using OpenSSH to Manage Your Novell OES Server Remotely (appnote)
Dave Simons explains how to use OpenSSH to securely manage your OES server from a remote site.
16 Apr 2007
NW List Pool Snapshot (tool)
This Perl script lists pool snapshots on a server.
13 Apr 2007
Two Great Reasons to Migrate to Linux TODAY (feature)
If you're interested in migrating to Linux, here are two great reasons to start today! A new Novell Open Enterprise Server Migration web site, and HP recently announced a HP ProLiant NetWare Migration trade-in program. Get all the details here.
13 Apr 2007
Configure NTP in your OES Network (appnote)
Dave Simons explains how to configure your OES Linux server to be a NTP Time Provider in a mixed OES Linux/NetWare server environment.
6 Apr 2007
Novell Open Audio: AppleTalk Filing Protocol on Linux and News from Support (feature)
Jason Williams talks about AppleTalk Filing Protocol (AFP) support on Linux. Plus, Randy and Dave have the latest News from Support.
5 Apr 2007
TZUPDATER Post DST Issue (feature)
Walter Frist shares some tips on how to avoid errors when using the tzupdater tool.
5 Apr 2007
Remote Filesystem Access through SUSE Linux Enterprise Server FTP (feature)
Randy Goddard explains how to configure SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for Remote Filesystem Access.
5 Apr 2007
How to Configure Automatic Printer Driver Download by Integrating CUPS and SAMBA (feature)
Maer Melo explains how to integrate CUPS with the SAMBA service to provide an easy and reliable print service for your network environment.
4 Apr 2007
Getting Additional Stunnel Logs via SSL VPN (tip)
With this tip from Chendil Kumar you can get more stunnel logs for your Linux client, via SSL VPN.
30 Mar 2007
Building an iPrint Cluster Using Heartbeat and OES Linux (feature)
Novell's Jerry Griffis shares a solution he used to cluster iPrint on OES Linux. Script examples are included.
30 Mar 2007
Saving NDPS Database Prior to Downing/Reloading the NDPS Manager (tip)
Bryan Keadle shares a tip on how to backup any changes you make during the day to NDPS/iPrint so you won't lose them in case the database is corrupted.
30 Mar 2007
Enabling the Debug Options in TSAFS on NetWare (tip)
Dean Giles explains how to put TSAFS in debug mode on NetWare so you can get a debug log.
30 Mar 2007
Getting Integrated with Linux - Part 3 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection articles on Linux Integration. In Part 3 you'll learn about iPrint Migration and installing and configuring iFolder 3.2.
27 Mar 2007
Omni Mobile Version 2.4 Now Shipping - Enhanced GroupWise Mobile Features (feature)
Omni Mobile version 2.4 with enhanced GroupWise mobile features began
shipping March 23. Version 2.4 includes mobile access to documents from
your GroupWise Document Management System, mobile access to GroupWise
Query folders, Proxy Send As, and on-line full account searches. Are
you ready for the next step in extended GroupWise features on your
mobile device? Register for an Omni Mobile 2.4 web seminar to see these
and other exciting new GroupWise mobile messaging features from our
friends at Omni.
23 Mar 2007
Sneak Peek: Check Out the New Summer Blockbuster Novell Open Enterprise Server 2 (feature)
Check out this new Novell Connection article by Ken Baker for a sneak peek of the new features in Novell Open Enterprise Server 2.
23 Mar 2007
Cool Wiki: SLES Performance Tuning (tip)
Jesse Pretorius posted a new article in the Cool Wiki where information and references can be collected to make it easier for administrators to find information regarding SLES performance optimization.
23 Mar 2007
Disabling Broadcast Message when shutting down OES Linux Server (tip)
When rebooting or shutting down an OES Linux server, eDirectory sends out a console broadcast to all connected users saying the server is going down. Thomas Reibenwein shares a script that will disable it.
15 Mar 2007
Service Location Protocol (SLP) Directory Agent (DA) Setup Instructions (feature)
Updated: Frequent contributor Chris Premo shares some instructions on how to setup SLP services.
14 Mar 2007
SLP DA Configuration after NetWare to OES Linux Migration (feature)
Simon Tideswell explains how to configure SLP DA after migrating from NetWare to OES Linux.
13 Mar 2007
Omni Cool Tool: Desktop Total Cost of Ownership Calculator (feature)
Omni has published a Desktop TCO Calculator that compares the cost
savings of the Multiplied SLED 10 Strategy with stand-alone Windows and
Linux computers. Compare the costs of deploying 30 stand-alone Windows
computers to 30 Multiplied SLED 10 systems. A conservative Multiplied
SLED 10 deployment scenario results in 65% lower deployment costs -- a
net savings of almost $45,000.
13 Mar 2007
Design Issues: OES Linux and GroupWise (tip)
Jim Michael shares some advice for setting up GroupWise on OES, with NCP for administration.
9 Mar 2007
Novell Open Audio: Dynamic Storage Technology; BrainShare's Installation and Migration Depot (feature)
Jason Williams and Novell Engineer Dana Henriksen talk about Dynamic Storage Technology (formerly Shadow Volumes). Plus, Dean Ricker is interviewed about the BrainShare Installation and Migration Depot.
9 Mar 2007
Getting Integrated with Linux - Part 2 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection articles on Linux Integration. In Part 2 you'll learn how to move, create and access your Novell Storage Services volumes with Novell Open Enterprise Server on Linux.
9 Mar 2007
Daylight Savings Time - JRE Update (tool)
This package will copy the DST files to the SYS:\TID\DST folder for servers that meets the requirements.
3 Mar 2007
Tool for changing the code page of a file/directory name stored on Linux (tool)
This tool changes the code page of a file/directory name stored on Linux file systems.
2 Mar 2007
Remove the NetWare Tray Icon from the Taskbar via the Login Script (tip)
Ben Francom shows you how to remove the NetWare tray icon from the taskbar via the login script. This is done using a vb script to modify the registry.
2 Mar 2007
Cool Wiki: NetWare's AUTOEXEC.NCF (tip)
Jesse Pretorius recently added a new article in the Cool Wiki about NetWare's AUTOEXEC.NCF. Learn about what the lines are and in what situations they can be safely removed or remarked. Read the article and if you have something to add, feel free to do so.
1 Mar 2007
Automatic Print Screen Trick (tip)
Bryan Keadle shares a cool tip on how he uses the automatic print screen feature of a free PrintScreen utility.
27 Feb 2007
SEG.NLM: NetWare Memory Analyzer (tool)
Memory analysis NLM for Novell NetWare 5.1 and 6.x servers.
27 Feb 2007
Still ACT®-ing like you found a GOLDMINE® in your CRM Software? (feature)
Is your CRM a quick cure for unhappy customers and forgotten prospects? Before you answer you should know that 47% of all CRM initiatives fail. Is your organization one of them? Register now to find out what you can do to make your CRM work for you.
22 Feb 2007
NW Remove Pool Snapshot (tool)
This Perl script deletes a pool snapshot.
22 Feb 2007
Novell Open Audio: SLED10 Design and Usability, News from Support (feature)
Novell Open Audio interviews Anna Dirks, the leader of the SLED10 usability team. Plus, Dave Mair and Randy Goddard have the latest News from Support.
22 Feb 2007
Consolidate Data Between OES Linux Servers (tip)
Florian Deckert explains how to consolidate data between OES Linux servers.
22 Feb 2007
HowTo: Using CIFS to Serve Web Pages from NSS Volume via Windows 2003 Server (feature)
Bas Penris shows you how to configure CIFS to serve web pages from a NSS volume via a Windows 2003 server with IIS6.
21 Feb 2007
NetWare Control Center 3.1.2 (tool)
Novell Logfile Analyzer with Realtime Event Monitoring, Alerting and Reporting.
15 Feb 2007
TINY remote control for DOS (tool)
Lets you remotely control a Netware DOS machine from Windows or Linux over TCP/IP.
14 Feb 2007
BASH: cool functions for your .bashrc file (tool)
Weather, stock, translate, and define functions for your .bashrc.file.
14 Feb 2007
Daylight Saving Time Changes for 2007 - Updated (feature)
Updated with a new tip. Daylight Saving Time will begin the second Sunday in March (March 11th), 3 weeks earlier than in past years. Here are some new TIDs from Novell Support that provide all the information you need to ensure that your Novell products are updated and ready to handle the changes.
14 Feb 2007
Generating volume_inventory.html for automation (tip)
Theo Chaojareon shares an easy way to generate the volume_inventory.html file for multiple servers.
14 Feb 2007
Load BSTART in the AUTOEXEC.NCF file immediately after the file server name to solve numerous problems (tip)
Nicholas Pelton shares a solution for problems he had when using a NetWare 6.5 server for DHCP, ZENworks, and Brightstore 11SP1.
14 Feb 2007
Installing eDirectory on OES Linux (appnote)
Making the transition to OES Linux is a little easier, thanks to this AppNote on installing eDirectory on OES, by Dave Simons.
9 Feb 2007
Securing Your Server With AppArmor (feature)
Christian Boltz explains how to use the YaST AppArmor modules or the command-line tools to secure your server using AppArmor.
9 Feb 2007
Create Multiple Backup Versions on your Disk (tip)
Tore Agblad shares a script that will create multiple backup versions on your disk.
9 Feb 2007
Automatically Restart a Service if it Crashes (tip)
Daniel Hedblom shares a script he uses on his network that watches a service and restarts it in case of a crash.
9 Feb 2007
Installing a Second OES Linux Server into Existing eDirectory Tree (appnote)
Dave Simons explains how to add a second OES Linux server into your existing eDirectory Tree.
8 Feb 2007
Installing Oracle Applications Release 12 on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (feature)
If you're getting ready to install Oracle Applications Release 12 on SLES10, check out this detailed installation guide from Michael Taylor that gives you step-by-step instructions on how to install it.
8 Feb 2007
Novell Open Audio: Using Open Source at Novell, Daylight Saving Time (feature)
Ted and Erin interview the guys in Novell IS&T to find out how and why they use open source software for running Novell's business. Then, in News from Support, learn about what the upcoming changes in Daylight Saving Time may mean to your organization.
8 Feb 2007
USB Drive Letter Manager (tool)
A Windows Service for W2K and higher that gives control over drive letter assignments for USB and Firewire drives. Without a configuration it just detects conflicts with network drive and solves them by assigning a drive letter
that is really available.
5 Feb 2007
Users Login/Logout Audit - Vers. 1.18 (tool)
Registration of these events: user login to a NetWare server / user logout of a NetWare server, night control.
1 Feb 2007
Data Protection and Security with Novell Open Enterprise Server (feature)
When it comes to data protection and security, Novell Open Enterprise provides a number of services and tools to keep what's important to you and your organization safe. Novell Cluster Services, NSS Pool Snapshot, and Archive and Versioning Server are just a few of the items at your disposal. However, many desire an even greater level of protection. That's why Novell supports the efforts of numerous third-party backup and anti-virus vendors who complement what Novell Open Enterprise Server already provides. Find out more about what is in Novell Open Enterprise Server today and take a look at some profiles for vendors who support your environment and data protection needs now.
1 Feb 2007
Workaround for problem with HP LaserJet 1300/1320 printers not printing with iPrint (tip)
Joseph Marton shares a solution for a problem he had when using the HP LaserJet 1300 and 1320 with iPrint.
1 Feb 2007
Avoiding Localized NetStorage Problems After Installing NetWare 6.5 SP6 (tip)
David Krotil shares a solution for a problem he had with NetStorage after installing NetWare 6.5 SP6.
31 Jan 2007
NW Add Pool Snapshot (tool)
This Perl script creates a snapshot (snapName) of a (pool) and designates another pool (snapPoolName) as a snapshot data repository.
31 Jan 2007
Linux Get File Trustees (tool)
This Perl script lists the file trustees, and users' effective rights.
31 Jan 2007
Linux Set File IDs (tool)
This Perl script sets the creator, archiver, modifier, and metaDataModifier of a specified NSS file to an eDir user with the format .CN=user.O=organization.T=TREE_NAME.
30 Jan 2007
Linux Get File IDs (tool)
This perl script allows a user to see the creator, archiver, modifier, and metaDataModifier of an NSS file.
29 Jan 2007
User/Group Association Utility (tool)
Parse two LDIF exports, one only with users and the other only with group information, and check the associations between both.
26 Jan 2007
Getting Integrated With Linux - Part 1 (feature)
This Novell Connection article is the first in a three-part series aimed to acquaint you with Novell Open Enterprise Server and perhaps ease some of the anxiety you're feeling about making the jump from NetWare.
26 Jan 2007
List All Open Files on an NSS Volume Residing on an OES Linux Server (tip)
Andrew Armstrong shares a cool tip on how to list all open files by all connections on an OES Linux Server.
25 Jan 2007
Allow Public Printing via iPrint (tip)
Geoffrey Carmen explains why you may run into problems if you want to allow public printing via iPrint and try setting up a user without a password on the account.
25 Jan 2007
History Buffer Security... (tip)
Many installation executables require you to enter a password on the command line in order to achieve the installation. This means that your password is on view for all to see in the command line history buffer.
25 Jan 2007
Novell Open Audio: Tools of the Back Line Support Gurus (feature)
Randy Goddard and Dave Mair tell us about the tools and techniques that they use to help customers troubleshoot their servers.
19 Jan 2007
Restart NDPS Manager Without Having to Unload and Reload It (tip)
Did you know you can restart your NDPS Manager *without* having to unload it and reload it? Check out this new tip from Bryan Keadle and learn how.
19 Jan 2007
Moving and Resubmitting NDPS Print Jobs (tip)
Bryan Keadle shares a solution on how to "resubmit" print jobs (files) so that they will print.
18 Jan 2007
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Getting around in Large OpenOffice.org 2.0 Documents (tip)
You can easily jump between headings, graphics, sections, or other elements of a large OpenOffice.org document when you use the Navigator. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to show you how.
18 Jan 2007
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Connect to a VPN Using SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (tip)
With the proper information from your system administrator, connecting to a VPN with SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop is easy. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to show you how.
11 Jan 2007
Need to Run Internet Explorer on Linux? Here's the solution! (feature)
Is your desktop migration to Novell SLED 10 being hampered because
users need to access web sites or internal web applications that have
Internet Explorer dependencies? Read this heads-up Cool Solution,
submitted by our friends at Omni, on how to use a
free, Open Source solution to run Internet Explorer on SLED 10.
11 Jan 2007
Migration of iPrint services from NetWare to OES Linux (feature)
Dave Krotil explains how to migrate iPrint services from NetWare 6.5 to OES Linux in the same tree, to the same container and DNS name.
11 Jan 2007
How to Install Novell Cluster Services on OES Linux (appnote)
In this AppNote, Dave Simons explains how to install NCS on OES Linux and how to create a shared storage disk to save data on your Novell Cluster.
10 Jan 2007
Deploying Web Applications to Tomcat (feature)
Brian Higgins shares a tip on how to deploy web applications, in the form of WAR files, to the Tomcat web server.
9 Jan 2007
The CNW Commander V2.53 (tool)
Manage drives, directories, and files from the NetWare server console.
9 Jan 2007
The CNW Editor V2.53 (tool)
The ultimate EDIT.NLM replacement.
8 Jan 2007
Linux iManager Plugin Installer (tool)
Quickly install iManager plugins on Linux platform.
5 Jan 2007
Get NetWare File Attributes (tool)
This perl script lists standard information about a file including the attributes that are set.
5 Jan 2007
Linux Control Tomcat (tool)
Program to control the Tomcat server on Linux machine.
4 Jan 2007
Set MetaData Archive Bit (tool)
This perl script allows a user to set or clear the metadata archive bit on a specified NSS file.
4 Jan 2007
Get Linux File Attributes (tool)
This perl script lists standard information about a file including the attributes that are set.
4 Jan 2007
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop Wins InfoWorld Technology of the Year Award (feature)
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 has earned a 2007 InfoWorld Technology of the Year Award, being named 'Best Linux Desktop'. Find out more.
4 Jan 2007
Installing iFolder 3 on OES in Container with Universal Password Set (tip)
Andrew Armstrong shares a solution for a problem he had installing iFolder 3 on OES in a container with a universal password set.
4 Jan 2007
Get NSS Pool Info (tool)
This perl script lists detailed information about the NSS pool.
4 Jan 2007
Descending into the OpenOffice.org Mine and Emerging Unscathed (feature)
This is the third article in a series about OpenOffice.org. In this article, Kendra Dalin tests its limits by using it to complete common and advanced business tasks to create a community newsletter.
3 Jan 2007
Get NDS Name (tool)
This Perl script returns what the eDirectory name is for an existing NSS storage pool.
3 Jan 2007
Remove EFL Epoch (tool)
This perl script removes an EFL epoch and its file event list.
3 Jan 2007
Novell Open Audio: Tip: Disk Catastrophe Must-Have Information (feature)
Randy Goddard tells us about some quick command line utilities for backing up a disk's master boot record and partition information, as well as how to document vital system info quickly and easily.
2 Jan 2007
NWMON.NLM : NetWare Monitoring (tool)
Basic OS and eDirectory statistics for Novell NetWare 6.x servers with reporting via Novell Remote Manager.
2 Jan 2007
Create and Run ASP.NET Applications on Linux using Mono (feature)
Savia Mendes shows you how to create and run ASP.NET applications on Linux using Mono.
30 Dec 2006
NetWare Detector (tool)
Remotely detect the version and other information about NetWare system.
30 Dec 2006
Dynamic Group (tool)
A small utility for creating Dynamic Groups using the Novell Client.
21 Dec 2006
Novell Open Audio: Novell Client Update with Jason Williams (tip)
Jason Williams gives us an update about about the Novell Client, covering Linux, Windows Vista, and new wireless network authentication features.
21 Dec 2006
Partitioning Your Hard Disk Before Installing SUSE (tip)
Scott Morris shares a solution he provided for a user on how to partition a hard disk before installing SUSE.
21 Dec 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: See the Window List You Want in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (tip)
You can organize your SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Window List so what you see on your Workspace is what you get in your Window List. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to show you how.
21 Dec 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Restart Numbering in OpenOffice.org 2.0 Writer (tip)
Don't hack your way into starting a new list in OpenOffice.org 2.0 Writer. Use the restart numbering feature. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to show you how.
21 Dec 2006
Lowering Your Costs with SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (feature)
This is the last article in a four-part series on the Novell Open Workgroup Suite. Learn how to make the final transition of desktop apps to open source and how to move onto the Linux desktop using the Novell Open Workgroup Suite.
21 Dec 2006
Consolidated Login Script (tip)
Jason Riebe shares a consolidated login script that is easy to read and maintain via eDirectory group memberships.
21 Dec 2006
Lowering Your Costs with SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop (feature)
Find out how SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop will lower your desktop costs while improving usability, productivity and security in this new Novell Connection article by Ken Baker.
19 Dec 2006
Linux Ping Epoch (tool)
Pings an inactive Epoch to prevent it from being removed.
18 Dec 2006
NW Remove Event Epoch (tool)
This perl script removes and EFL epoch and its file event list.
18 Dec 2006
NW List Epochs (tool)
This perl script Lists all EFL epochs for an NSS Volume on a NetWare Server.
18 Dec 2006
Linux Get Inactive Epoch Interval (tool)
Perl Script for getting the interval length that an inactive epoch will remain on the system before being removed.
18 Dec 2006
iFolder Detector (tool)
Remotely detect the version of iFolder.
15 Dec 2006
Using the Desktop Version of the MoinMoin Wiki with iFolder (tip)
Joe Pampel shares a cool tip on how to use the desktop version of the MoinMoin wiki with iFolder.
14 Dec 2006
Novell Open Audio: openSUSE 10.2 Overview with Martin Lasarsch (feature)
openSUSE developer Martin Lasarsch gives an overview about what's new in openSUSE 10.2.
12 Dec 2006
ImportCertLinux (tool)
Automatically import certificate from eDirectory into local key store for iManager plugins to communicate over SSL.
12 Dec 2006
Installing GroupWise WebAccess 7 on OES Linux Server (appnote)
This AppNote from Dave Simons walks you through the installation steps for getting WebAccess up and running on OES. Enjoy!
8 Dec 2006
Backup Critical Data to a Volume that is Backed Up Daily (tip)
Paul Caron shares a script that will backup your critical data to a volume that is backed up daily.
8 Dec 2006
Remote Monitoring Using Screenshots and Your PDA (tip)
Daniel Bray was migrating a few 100 GBs of data, and didn't want to sit in front of his laptop and watch it copy. So he used his PDA to monitor it remotely.
8 Dec 2006
How to Set Up a Dual Boot with SLED 10 and Windows (tip)
Scott Morris explains how to set up a computer to dual boot SLED 10 and Windows.
8 Dec 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Applying Master Pages from Other Presentations in OpenOffice.org 2.0 Impress (tip)
Need to make your presentation comply to corporate style, but don't have the template for OpenOffice.org 2.0 Impress? Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to show you how to apply master pages from another correctly formatted presentation into yours.
8 Dec 2006
Clear Station All (tool)
Bounce OES Linux Server without broadcast messages.
7 Dec 2006
Using YaST Profile Manager on Your Laptop (tip)
Simon Crute explains how to use the YaST Profile Manager to create different
profiles of your system configuration on your laptop when you use a docking station.
5 Dec 2006
Linux Mount Volumes (tool)
Script for remote mounting from NSS volumes.
1 Dec 2006
Display netware.metadata File Attribute with xattr APIs (tool)
Retrieve and display the data kept in the NetWare.metadata extended attribute on an NSS file on a Linux server.
1 Dec 2006
List Extended Attributes with xattr APIs (tool)
List extended attributes on NSS files on a Linux Server.
1 Dec 2006
Special Holiday Drawing Winner! (feature)
Congratulations to Gary Childers - the lucky winner of the iPod nano RED special edition!
30 Nov 2006
Novell Readies Customers and Partners for Linux-Based Open Enterprise Server 2 (feature)
Novell introduced Novell Open Enterprise Server 2, announcing support from software partners and delivering a training and technical services promotion to help more customers take advantage of Open Enterprise Server. The next Open Enterprise Server will feature virtualization, storage and file management innovations and complete the shift to providing workgroup services completely on SUSE Linux Enterprise, while helping long-time customers maintain their NetWare investment. Find out more.
30 Nov 2006
Resolving Install/uninstall Plugin Problem with iManager (tip)
Talekar Nagareshwar explains how to use the iManagerPluginInstaller tool to resolve the install/uninstall plugin problems associated with iManager.
30 Nov 2006
Novell Open Audio: Open Enterprise Server: Listener Questions about Linux (feature)
Product manager Jason Williams answers questions from the Open Audio listener community. He also explains the differences between SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (SLES) and Open Enterprise Server (OES).
30 Nov 2006
Novell Open Enterprise Server Training and Support Promotion (feature)
Novell launched a training and support promotion for Open Enterprise Server. Through this promotion, customers and partners will be able to take advantage of a free self-study kit, instructor-led training discount, and free OES-related support for 90 days. Get all the details here.
29 Nov 2006
Change Event Epoch (tool)
Stop an existing active EFL epoch and start a new active epoch for a specified NSS volume.
29 Nov 2006
Reset Event List (tool)
Remove all Event File List Epochs and reset EFL completely.
28 Nov 2006
Start Event Epoch (tool)
Start a new active Event File List (EFL) Event Epoch for a specified NSS volume.
28 Nov 2006
List File Events (tool)
List files that have had changes to file data or metadata during a specified time called an Epoch.
28 Nov 2006
Stop EFL Event Epoch (tool)
Stop the current Event File List (EFL) Event Epoch for a specified NSS volume.
28 Nov 2006
Linux Add Trustee (tool)
Perl Script for adding a trustee with scan rights to an NSS file.
22 Nov 2006
Simple Firewall Configuration Using NetFilter/iptables (feature)
Here's a new cool solution by David Mair that walks you through the creation of a simple iptables firewall explaining how it works along the way.
22 Nov 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Linking to Documents in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (tip)
Want the convenience of getting to a file on the desktop, without having to store it there? This BrainStorm Cool Tip tells you how you can link any file type to any directory in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10.
22 Nov 2006
Which Linux Desktop Packs The Most Punch? (feature)
The CRN Test Center recently compared 3 commercial distributions of Linux. For system builders, Novell's SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 has a leg up for its installation, networking features and support. Read the article here.
22 Nov 2006
Xming - A X Server for Windows (tip)
David Mair explains how to use Xming, a X Server that lets you use X based applications on a Windows desktop.
22 Nov 2006
This Week in Novell Audio: The Open Enterprise Server 2 Preview Extravaganza Edition (feature)
Product manager Jason Williams talks about the next version of Open Enterprise Server.
21 Nov 2006
ZedMon 3.26 (tool)
NetWare Server Monitor for Windows 2000/XP.
21 Nov 2006
List all EFL Epochs (tool)
List all EFL epochs for an NSS Volume on a Linux Server.
21 Nov 2006
Using Symantec Backup Exec for NetWare on SLED 10 (tip)
Gilles de Bellabre shares a quick tip on how to make Symantec Backup Exec for NetWare executable on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10.
17 Nov 2006
Linux List All Files (tool)
Utility for listing all files on an NSS Volume on a Linux Server.
17 Nov 2006
Send Attachment Script (tool)
Send mail and attachment from server console; handy to use for sending logfiles.
16 Nov 2006
Workaround for TLS Port Not Listening in Linux OES SP2 (tip)
If you get a "TLS port is not listening" error message after installing OES SP2, check out this workaround tip from Hema Joshi.
16 Nov 2006
Installation of Centre on SLES 10 (feature)
James Tremblay shares instructions on how to install Centre on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.
14 Nov 2006
A BetterCommand Prompt (tip)
Here's a quick little tip from Bryan Keadle that is helpful when working with mapped drives at the command prompt.
14 Nov 2006
(R)emove (L)anguage (D)irectories (tool)
Free up space on SYS: volume.
14 Nov 2006
ATT Live 2006 (feature)
Registration is open for the ATT Live Conference Dec. 18-20, 2006. Take a look at the advanced classes for Open Enterprise Server and GroupWise. Seating is limited. Register now!
10 Nov 2006
NSS Volume lister for Linux (tool)
List all NSS Volumes on an OES Linux Server.
9 Nov 2006
NSS Pool lister for Linux (tool)
List all NSS Pools on an OES Linux Server.
9 Nov 2006
Linux Device Lister (tool)
List devices on an OES Linux Server which have NSS installed.
9 Nov 2006
Novell Open Audio: What Happened to iFolder? (feature)
Product manager Jason Williams talks about iFolder 3.6. Then, Dave Mair returns to tell us the latest news from Support, including a cool tip on how to use tunnel X over SSH.
9 Nov 2006
Improving Internet Access Speed on Multiplied SLED 10 Systems (feature)
Multiplied SLED 10 customers are saving 80-90% on their desktop deployment costs compared to stand-alone Microsoft desktops. Read this article to learn how to enhance users' Internet access speed when deploying Multiplied SLED 10 systems.
9 Nov 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Going Wireless with SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (tip)
With built-in wireless network functionality, SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 makes it easy to connect to a wireless network. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to get you started.
9 Nov 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Changing Headers and Footers in OpenOffice.org 2.0 Calc (tip)
When you're ready to print your OpenOffice.org Calc spreadsheet, you may notice a header you don't remember defining. You can define this header and customize it so it includes what you want by following this Cool Tip from BrainStorm, Inc.
9 Nov 2006
OpenOffice.org Writer (feature)
This is the second article in a series about OpenOffice.org. In this article, Kendra Dalin shares her first impressions of OpenOffice.org Writer, the suite's word processor.
8 Nov 2006
How to use the lsof command (tip)
If you need to find out exactly what processes are manipulating your server and what files they are affecting, try using the lsof command. Jonathan Peck shares some helpful tips on how to use it.
8 Nov 2006
Novell Open Audio: Special Report: CEO Ron Hovsepian on Novell & Microsoft (feature)
After announcing the establishment of an agreement between Novell and Microsoft, Novell CEO Ron Hovsepian and Novell General Counsel Joe LaSala respond to some questions from Novell's customers and the free software community.
8 Nov 2006
Debugging SMDR on NetWare (tip)
If remote servers can't be seen, or connections cannot be made to remote servers, it is possible that SMDR is at fault. Dean Giles shares a tip on how to put SMDR into debug mode so you can get the debug log file.
2 Nov 2006
Change Telephone Numbers (tool)
Mass modification of telephone numbers from the console of server NW6.5
2 Nov 2006
Centralized Syslogging with Syslog-NG on SUSE Linux (feature)
Scott Flowers explains how to configure a SUSE Linux Enterprise Server or Open Enterprise Linux server to act as a simple centralized loghost, and how to configure SLES servers and desktops to log system messages to that host over the network.
2 Nov 2006
Using Amanda to Backup Your Linux Server (feature)
Brian Higgins explains how to configure and use Amanda (Advanced Maryland Automatic Network Disk Archiver) to backup a SUSE Linux Enterprise Server.
2 Nov 2006
This Week in Novell Open Audio: SLE10: Technical Training & Learning (feature)
Ted and Erin investigate some training options for using and administering SUSE Linux Enterprise 10 systems.
2 Nov 2006
Linux Automation Framework (feature)
Yatin Manerker shares some scripts that can be used to start a test on a Linux server without needing an agent running on the server.
1 Nov 2006
Who.bat (tool)
Create a user log file to track IP address, computer name, and login time.
1 Nov 2006
Novell & Microsoft: What Do You Think? (tip)
Learn more about the landmark announcement from Novell and Microsoft.
31 Oct 2006
Announcing the Novell Workgroup Productivity Tour (feature)
Organizations just like yours have a simple, yet fundamental need: keep users productive and minimize cost. Join Novell as we visit more than 20 cities to showcase two key solutions for doing just that: the Novell Open Workgroup Suite and Novell GroupWise Mobile Server.
26 Oct 2006
The Penguins Are Marching - Novell Open Workgroup Suite: Migrating Back-end Servers and Services to Linux (feature)
This second article in a four-part series focuses on the migration of servers and workgroup services to Linux, based on the technology included in the Novell Open Workgroup Suite.
26 Oct 2006
SLED 10 Deployment Tips (feature)
Mike Petersen recently posted several guides in the Cool Solutions Wiki that provide tips and tricks on how to easily deploy SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10. Read them here.
26 Oct 2006
OES Linux NSS Backup/ Restore in NetWare Emulation Mode using NetBackup (feature)
Suresh Kumar GP explains how backup and restore on OES Linux NSS volumes is done from an existing NetWare server configured with the NetBackup agent.
26 Oct 2006
Unable to Connect to the Network after RUG Updates (tip)
After applying RUG updates to an OES Linux server with SP2 on a Proliant DL380, no kernel modules were loaded or available. The server couldn't connect to the network or function in most ways. Read Rob Aronson's solution to fix the problem.
26 Oct 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Placing Columns in the Middle of a Page in OpenOffice.org 2.0 Writer (tip)
Some documents, such as newsletters, might need column formatting on only one section of the page. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. to show you how.
26 Oct 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Nautilus Shortcut Keys (tip)
The ALT key can add some easy file navigation tricks in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10. To learn what ALT can do in the Nautilus file browser, check out this tip from BrainStorm, Inc.
23 Oct 2006
Bash - Making use of your .bashrc file (tool)
A sample .bashrc file.
19 Oct 2006
Troubleshooting SLPDA Services (feature)
Chris Premo shares some instructions he wrote to assist new administrators in troubleshooting SLPDA servers.
19 Oct 2006
Rohos Welcome (tool)
Password-replacement solution for Novell Client for Windows.
18 Oct 2006
Managing Live Migrations from Novell NetWare to SUSE Linux Enterprise Server (feature)
Dell Power Solutions magazine recently published an article that explains how the Novell Cluster Services tool can help manage live cluster migrations from NetWare to Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server. Read it here.
18 Oct 2006
Find out how many actual processors are on your server (tip)
Saurabh Garg shares a tip that will help you find out many actual (physical) processors are on your server.
18 Oct 2006
Case Study: Archiving in the Novell NetWare Environment in the Banking Sector (feature)
Read how a large bank was able to solve its storage challenges as well as increase operational efficiencies by implementing an integrated CaminoSoft Managed Server HSM and EMC Centera solution supporting NetWare.
16 Oct 2006
Display Trustee Assignments (tool)
Scan one or more NetWare directories for trustees.
12 Oct 2006
Removing Unwanted and Unknown ACL's (feature)
Leonard Holling shares a workaround for problem ACLs, using a Perl script and JRB utilities.
12 Oct 2006
Using Remote Console with SLED 10 (tip)
When ConsoleOne 136e is installed on SLED 10 it doesn't include the Remote console utility as an option in the attributes menu of a server object. James Tremblay shares a tip on how to add it.
12 Oct 2006
Port Settings for Personal Firewall (tip)
Brian Kinney shares a list of ports that need to be opened when setting up a personal firewall.
10 Oct 2006
Bash Batch Image Processing Script (tool)
Manipulate entire directories of images all at once.
5 Oct 2006
Bash - Simple Phone Book using kdialog (tool)
A simple bash phone book with GUI interface.
4 Oct 2006
Seamless Authentication with the Squid Proxy (feature)
Proxy authentication with the Client Trust key is seamless - why not have seamless authentication with Squid, too? Simon Tideswell shows us how in this detailed article ...
3 Oct 2006
Load Balancing ZENworks Desktop Components across a Linux Cluster (feature)
Giovanni Coa explains how to load-balance ZENworks Desktop Management 7 components across an NCS on Linux cluster with multiple nodes in such a way that services such as PXE, Imaging, etc., may be moved from one node to another independently, taking advantage of the processing power of multiple cluster nodes.
2 Oct 2006
OPEN CALL: Installing and Distributing Firefox and OpenOffice (tip)
Updated: Bryan would like to know how other people manage their Firefox and OpenOffice installation and distribution, as well as the settings and policies for these applications. Share your experiences here and we'll send you a t-shirt!
29 Sep 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 9 (feature)
Here is the last article in a nine-part series designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux. This article offers pointers about what you can do and to what or whom you can turn to increase your understanding of Linux.
28 Sep 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Cropping Graphics in OpenOffice.org 2.0 Writer (tip)
You don't need a separate graphics program to crop the images you place in your OpenOffice.org 2.0 Writer documents. Here's a tip from BrainStorm, Inc. that shows how to crop them directly in your document.
28 Sep 2006
"Multiplied" Linux Desktop Migration Strategy for SLED 10 and openSUSE 10.1 (feature)
With the excitement surrounding the launch of SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 and openSUSE 10.1, it is clear that Novell has a winner with its new desktop strategy. With the Linux Desktop Multiplier, you can take the SLED 10 value proposition one step further. Learn how the "Multiplied" SLED 10 strategy is enabling organisations to migrate up to 10 users to each of their SLED 10 or openSUSE 10.1 computers.
28 Sep 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Adding SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Panels (tip)
Is the bottom panel not quite big enough for all the applications and applets that you want to add? In SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10, you can add another panel. Here's a tip from BrainStorm Inc. that tells you how.
26 Sep 2006
Consecutive start NLMs (tool)
PERL Script.
26 Sep 2006
LSENDMAG - Wake On LAN - (SUSE Linux) (tool)
Remotely turn on workstations and servers.
22 Sep 2006
SAN to SAN Migration Using Server Consolidation/Migration Utility (appnote)
Mike Faris explains how to move data from one SAN volume to a new SAN using the Novell Server Consolidation and Migration Utility.
22 Sep 2006
NCPMNTSH v1.2 - A Linux Script to Map to a NetWare Server (feature)
Tay Kratzer has released a new version of NCPMNTSH. NCPMNTSH is a script that makes mapping a SLES or OES/Linux server to a NetWare server much easier. Get all the details here.
22 Sep 2006
Novell South Africa Deploys 2,205 SUSE Linux Desktops in 105 Schools with Linux Desktop Multiplier (feature)
South Africa's North West Province is taking a leadership role in helping their students cross the digital divide. They were looking for the best way to deploy 2,205 desktop computers in 105 of their schools' computer labs. The solution * Novell's SUSE Linux Desktop operating system with the Linux Desktop Multiplier.
22 Sep 2006
iPrint Printers on Linux (tip)
iPrint printers on Linux fail to install when the user authenticating on the web page has an alias elsewhere in the tree. This because LDAP is returning multiple entries for the user during is search. Chad Israel shares a solution on how to fix it.
19 Sep 2006
Success with GroupWise 7 for Linux (feature)
GroupWise guru Tay Kratzer shares a free chapter from his new e-book, "Success with GroupWise 7 for Linux."
14 Sep 2006
Share Your PXE Boot Menus (feature)
Download additional PXE Boot menus and share your own creative PXE Boot menus here. We'll send you a t-shirt for your contribution!
14 Sep 2006
Synchronizing Firefox Bookmarks between SLED 10, Open Suse 10.1, and Windows XP (tip)
If you use several machines with different OS's and want to keep your Firefox bookmarks synchronized, check out this tip from Mike Brady. He shows you how to synchronize your bookmarks between SLED 10, Open Suse 10.1, and Windows XP.
14 Sep 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 8 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection articles designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux. This article discusses some of the tools and command-line utilities you will use to monitor the Linux operating system.
14 Sep 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Vertically Centering a Page in OpenOffice.org Writer (tip)
Perplexed by the lack of a "vertical centering" command in OpenOffice.org Writer? While the OpenOffice.org developers work on this, here's a tip you can use to vertically center the contents of a page.
14 Sep 2006
University Deploys Moodle On-line Course Management on "Multiplied" SLED 10 System (feature)
Read about how the Popular Autonomous University of the State of Puebla saved over 80% on the cost of deploying their on-line course management and e-learning software using a "Multiplied" SLED 10 strategy.
14 Sep 2006
SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Quick Start Card Now Available (feature)
Heads Up: BrainStorm, Inc., the Novell-Authorized End-User Training Partner, is pleased to announce that the SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Quick Start Card is now available. Find out how to get your copy here.
13 Sep 2006
SENDMAG (tool)
Remotely turn on workstations and servers.
11 Sep 2006
The world's biggest rollout of Novell iPrint (feature)
Check out Processingtalk's article about the rollout of Novell iPrint at BASF AG, BASF IT Services. They have completed the world's most comprehensive installation on 30,000 PCs and 9,000 printers. Read it here.
7 Sep 2006
How to Automate NetWare and OES File Migrations (feature)
Glen Davis shows you how to use the Server Consolidation Utility (SCU) to fully Automate File Migrations from one server to another using SCU's Server Based Processing and Cron.
7 Sep 2006
Multi-level, Colorful and "Jazzy" PXE Boot Menus Made Easy (appnote)
Being bent on making the PXE boot menu "pretty", and easy to modify, Bryan Keadle came up with a "PXE development environment" that lets you easily, and *QUICKLY* develop the PXE boot menu. Contained in the downloadable package with this article are a couple tools to make building your PXE menu an easy few steps. Enjoy!
7 Sep 2006
Why you might want to have iFolder 2.x and iFolder 3.x Coexist (feature)
Bryan Keadle shares a cool reason why you may want to keep both iFolder 2.x and iFolder 3.x running in your environment.
6 Sep 2006
NCS Volume Resource Validation Tool (tool)
Checks eDirectory object associations for NCS volume resources on OES Linux.
30 Aug 2006
Setting Up a SUSE PXE Installation Server in an Existing NetWare Environment (feature)
Bryan Keadle has provided some instructions for getting a working PXE-based installation server for your SUSE deployments in your existing NetWare environment.
30 Aug 2006
Installing iFolder OSS Enterprise Server on an Existing SLES 9 SP2 Server (tip)
Tim Hall explains how to configure iFolder 3.5 Enterprise Server on SLES 9 with NO OES installed.
30 Aug 2006
Designing a Clustering Solution for Linux and NetWare with Novell Cluster Services (feature)
Informit.com has published a sample chapter from the book Novell Cluster Services for Linux and NetWare by Rob Bastiaansen and Sander van Vugt. The chapter is titled Designing a Clustering Solution for Linux and NetWare with Novell Cluster Services. It provides you with all the functional and technical details you need to design your clustering solution.
30 Aug 2006
Issues fixed with downloading and installing patches on Open Enterprise Server (tip)
Updated: This information has been updated and is now available in the OES Documentation. Get the details here.
30 Aug 2006
Configuration and Authentication for Proxy Squid (tip)
Careful - there may be a proxy squid sitting next to you - and if you'd like to configure it for NDS Proxy authentication, Eric Champagne has the recipe ...
29 Aug 2006
Cool Blog: Teaching you to suck eggs? (tip)
Alex Evans shares a tip about using WinRAR to extract individual files from Novell patches. Read it here.
29 Aug 2006
Novell Wins Top Channel Award for Open Platform Solutions (feature)
Novell Open Enterprise Server and SUSE Linux Enterprise Server have swept the top spots for server operating systems in the Annual Report Card (ARC), a prestigious ranking by VARBusiness that identifies the top technologies among the solution provider channel. Read about it here.
23 Aug 2006
Getting USB Devices to work under Windows XP (tip)
Updated: Jason Doller explains why there are sometimes conflicts for drive letters when you're trying to use USB devices. (And, of course, supplies a way around the problem...) Freshly updated with some new suggestions, including automated ways to make this happen for your users without getting them all riled up.
22 Aug 2006
Getting an Open Enterprise Server box to Register SLP Services to NetWare SLP DA (tip)
Here's a very timely article. Configuring SLP on OES to communicate with a NetWare DA is a very common topic in the forums these days. Enjoy!
21 Aug 2006
You Talk, Novell Listens: Progress Report on Customer Suggested Improvements (tip)
Check out this report that explains how Novell has implemented many changes suggested by customers.
17 Aug 2006
Installing OES Linux as a Xen Guest on SLES10 (feature)
Glen Davis explains how to install Open Enterprise Server Linux SP2 as a Fully-Virtualized Xen VM Guest on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.
17 Aug 2006
Using RSYNC to Synchronize Windows XP Group Policy on NetWare (feature)
Vikas Johari shares a solution on how to use RSYNC to copy and synchronize Windows XP/2000 Group Policy on NetWare.
11 Aug 2006
Running VMware Server on a NSS partition with OES (feature)
Florian Deckert shares a solution for a problem he had with VMware crashing with the error: caught signal 7.
9 Aug 2006
Migrating GroupWise to Open Enterprise Server on Linux (feature)
Read how Novell's own IS&T Messaging Team moved GroupWise to Open Enterprise Server on Linux.
4 Aug 2006
Novell Open Workgroup Suite Eval Now Available (feature)
Novell Open Workgroup Suite includes server and desktop platforms with complete management tools, e-mail and collaboration and office-productivity software. Now you can evaluate any or all of the great products in the Suite, including the Novell Edition of OpenOffice.org for Windows.
4 Aug 2006
Slipstreaming Post Service-Pack Patches into a Service Pack Build on NetWare (appnote)
This article by Greg Riedesel describes procedures for including patches released after a service pack into a service pack. Some patches are very simple, and others require knowledge of obscure Novell scripting. This can reduce (sometimes greatly) the number of reboots required during the application process of a NetWare service pack.
3 Aug 2006
The Easiest Linux Guide You'll Ever Read (feature)
Heads Up: Scott Morris just released a new book called "The Easiest Linux Guide You'll Ever Read - An Introduction to Linux for Windows Users". It is available as a free download. Get all the details here.
3 Aug 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Using the SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 Search Tool (tip)
When you can't remember what you named that document, can't find an application, or can't recall the URL to the Web page you were browsing the other day, try using the Search Tool built right in to your desktop. In this tip, BrainStorm shows you how it works.
1 Aug 2006
Maintenance SPK (tool)
Use ZENworks to add the minimum patches after a Support Pack for OES NetWare.
1 Aug 2006
Using MySqlHotCopy on Open Enterprise Server (tip)
Chris Beckett explains how you can use Perl and a script that is already included in MySQL called MySqlHotCopy, to backup your tables on Open Enterprise Server.
28 Jul 2006
Create Trustee Audit Report (tool)
Creates a trustee audit report that includes Trustees assigned to a folder and their rights, and if any trustees are groups it will list the groups and their members.
28 Jul 2006
Installing iFolder 3.x on Novell Open Enterprise Server SP2 on Linux (feature)
Check out this new article in Novell Connection magazine. Bart Wallace explains how to install iFolder 3.x on Open Enterprise Server SP2 on Linux in an eDirectory tree within an existing clustered environment.
28 Jul 2006
How to Create a Cluster Resource with a Native Linux Filesystem (tip)
Novell Support recently published a new TID that explains how to create a native Linux Cluster Resource for Novell Cluster Services. Read it here.
27 Jul 2006
SLES 9 Authentication to Active Directory (tip)
Cameron Seader explains how to setup authentication for a SLES 9 client server to a Windows Active Directory Server.
27 Jul 2006
Configuring a NFSv4 Server and Client on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10 (feature)
Praveen Kumar explains how to configure a NFSv4 Server and Client on SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 10.
25 Jul 2006
NDPS/iPrint Print Queue Monitoring by Nagios (tool)
Monitor Print Queue Size of NDPS or iPP Print Queue on a Linux or NetWare Server.
21 Jul 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 7 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection articles designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux. Part 7 provides basic information about Linux disk partitions, Novell Storage Services (NSS) on Linux, Linux file system access control, NetWare Core Protocol (NCP) server and file access for Linux, and Native client file access for Linux.
21 Jul 2006
Integrating Novell OES Linux iManager, Virtual Office and Welcome Page with Apache 2.2.2, Tomcat 5.5.17 and Sun Java2 1.4.2 (appnote)
Jonathan Peck has provided a guideline for installing Apache's web server version 2.2.2 and the Tomcat Java servlet version 5.5.17 and integrating them with your current OES Linux setup.
20 Jul 2006
BrainStorm Cool Tip: Posting Sticky Notes in SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 (tip)
Ready for SLED 10? BrainStorm gives you a sneak peek and a tip that you'll want to use as soon as you install. Check out their tip complete with a flash demonstration on how to use Tomboy Notes, the SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop 10 electronic sticky notes program.
19 Jul 2006
tkdiff (tool)
Graphical User Interface for diff utility
13 Jul 2006
Configuring NFSv4 on Active/Passive iSCSI-based High Availability Clusters (appnote)
Yatin Manerker explains how to configure NFSv4 on iSCSI-based Linux High Availability (HA) clusters.
13 Jul 2006
Cool Blog: A Different Approach to HSM (feature)
Richard Jones has posted several Cool Blog entries about Hierarchical Storage Management (HSM). In his last entry, he talks about Shadow Volumes. Read it here.
13 Jul 2006
How To: Remote Installation Using SSH or VNC (tip)
Here's a cool tip from Novell Support that explains how to set up a remote installation using SSH or VNC. An install can be started that will allow for remote control during the installation process.
7 Jul 2006
SDelFile (tool)
Scan deleted files, purge deleted file on age.
6 Jul 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 6 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection articles designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux. Part 6 covers four topics concerning the Linux file systems: System choices, System structure, File facts, and Commands and permissions.
6 Jul 2006
Nagios and NetWare: SNMP-based Monitoring (appnote)
Christian Mies shares a solution for NetWare monitoring with Nagios, based on SNMP Get and SNMP Trap.
6 Jul 2006
Francais-agent.cpk (tool)
Install/Update French agent
30 Jun 2006
AppNote: iFolder 3.1 on NSS with OES SP1 (appnote)
Andrew Grant shares some instructions on how to install and configure iFolder 3 to work on NSS. Update: Andrew discovered a race condition that affects iFolder on NSS. The problem is that if Tomcat comes up before the NSS daemon, iFolder simply doesn't start. Check the solution here.
30 Jun 2006
Using Clam AntiVirus to Protect your iFolder 3 Server (tip)
Magnus Hoglund explains how to install Clam AntiVirus as a real-time scanning anti-virus solution for your iFolder 3 server.
23 Jun 2006
Printer Driver Generator 1.2.0.0 (tool)
Generate INF-based printer drivers without iPrint.
22 Jun 2006
NWCollect (tool)
Determine how much free disk space is available on NetWare servers.
22 Jun 2006
Cool Blog: Disaster Recovery - What are you doing? (feature)
Brad Rupp recently posted a request for feedback about your Disaster Recovery solutions in his Cool Blog. Read the responses and share your solutions here.
22 Jun 2006
Using INETCFG To Manage Your NIC Cards (tip)
Geoffrey Carman shares a tip on using INETCFG to manage NIC cards.
15 Jun 2006
Running a VMware Virtual Machine as a Service in OES Linux (appnote)
Virtualisation is something that has really taken off over the past few years. Andrew Grant explains how to run virtual machine(s) in a similar way to a service using freely available software.
15 Jun 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 5 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection magazine articles designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux. Part 5 focuses on the server management tools that you use to remotely access and manage Open Enterprise Server for Linux.
15 Jun 2006
How to Change File Modification Dates without Changing Data in the Files (tip)
Andreas Eckert shares a tip on how to change a file modification date (if it is in the future) without changing data in the files.
15 Jun 2006
DisableClose and ShowDesktop (tool)
Prevent users from closing the windows that are running scripts.
8 Jun 2006
Cluster Resource Service Check and Preferred Node Failback via CRON and Server Console Conditional Commands (tip)
Jonathan Laudicina explains how to set up a scheduled failback of
cluster resources by leveraging NetWare conditional commands and CRON.
7 Jun 2006
Workaround for Error: "LOGIN-LGNWNT32.DLL-890: The specified server is unknown" (tip)
This error is caused when using MAP INS in the Login Script. It is fixed in the Novell CLient Post-4.91 SP2 Patch Kit B, but if you haven't applied the patch yet, here is a solution from Gurpreet Singh Khamba.
5 Jun 2006
RconJ for Mac - Updated (tool)
Runs using Java 1.5.0 and is native on Intel Macs so much faster overall.
5 Jun 2006
Automated Root Password Change Script for Multiple Systems (tool)
BASH script to gather system names and change root password.
5 Jun 2006
Convert list of group names and its members to CSV and TSV file for reporting (tool)
List all groups on a server with its members in a CSV file and a TSV file.
5 Jun 2006
Script to convert Volume Trustee Report to CSV (tool)
Perl script that will convert the text output from the Remote Manager Volume Trustee Report to a CSV file for volume or directory trustee audit.
1 Jun 2006
Novell Open Audio: Open Workgroup Suite (feature)
Rick Fowler and Allen Tietjen of the Workgroup product management team provide an overview of the Open Workgroup Suite.
1 Jun 2006
Enabling RConJ on Linux -- Unsecure Mode Only (tip)
Jim Gosney explains how to enable RConJ using the tools already available with NetWare 6.5.
31 May 2006
ConsoleOne Booster (tool)
Select ConsoleOne SnapIns at Startup.
30 May 2006
RConJ for Linux (tool)
Easily run RConJ on Linux.
23 May 2006
File System Primer (feature)
Richard Jones recently posted a File System Primer in the Cool Solutions Wiki. It provides an overview of the different Linux file systems and explains why there are so many file systems on Linux. Furthermore, he even clarifies when each Linux file system is best used. Read it here.
23 May 2006
How to Create Logical Volumes on Solaris (tip)
Harshwardhan Pradhan explains how to create a logical volume including two or more hard disks.
18 May 2006
Setting up Open Enterprise Server as a Primary Domain Controller (feature)
Justin Grote explains how to set up Open Enterprise Server to allow Samba to authenticate against the eDirectory Universal Password.
18 May 2006
Moving iManager to its own Virtual Host on OES Linux (feature)
This article from Justin Grote details the process of setting up an application inside its own Apache Virtual Host on OES Linux, using iManager as an example.
11 May 2006
Moving NetWare Java Webapps from Tomcat 4.1 to Tomcat 5.0 (tip)
Rodney Crossman provides instructions to help you move your NetWare Java Webapps from Tomcat 4.1 that is installed by default, to the faster Tomcat 5.0 system available on later NetWare 6.5 support packs.
10 May 2006
Novell Open Workgroup Suite Now Available (feature)
Heads Up: Novell Open Workgroup Suite is now available worldwide. Novell Open Workgroup Suite gives enterprises a cost-effective employee productivity solution based on proven, open software. Get all the details here.
10 May 2006
DSRepair - Cross-Platform Functions (feature)
This quick-guide article by Novell's Akos Szechy helps you run DSRepair effectively on Linux and Windows platforms.
9 May 2006
Implementing a Transparent Deployment of Novell Branch Office (appnote)
Gary Childers explains how to deploy NBO servers in a transparent fashion -- meaning that, if we do our jobs right, the end users may be blissfully unaware that any change at all has taken place on their network.
9 May 2006
Running GroupWise WebAccess with Tomcat 5 on NetWare (tip)
Joe Moore provides instruction to help you install and configure Tomcat 5 on NetWare and move GroupWise WebAccess to run on Tomcat 5.
4 May 2006
How to Build a Mixed OES Cluster using iSCSI (feature)
Andreas Ollenburg explains how to create a cluster on servers running OES NetWare and OES Linux.
4 May 2006
Installing OES or SLES without having to swap CDs (tip)
When installing a SUSE based system, be it OES or straight SLES, you may be swapping CDs for quite some time! William Schneider shares his solution on how to install a system without swapping CDs.
4 May 2006
Apache Error: (13) Permission denied (tip)
Matt Midson shares a tip on how to avoid the following Apache error: (13) Permission denied: file permissions deny server access.
3 May 2006
PKIDiag on Linux - Recreating Server Certificates (feature)
Can you run PKIDiag on Linux? No, but you can do the PKIDiag tasks on Linux, thanks to this solution from Justin Grote.
2 May 2006
Getting RSS Feeds in your Instant Messaging Client (appnote)
Rather than having a RSS news reader running all the time checking for updates to your web feeds (blogs and podcasts), wouldn't you love to get updates via IM? Jon Strickland explains how to use InstantFeed to get your RSS feeds to show up in most IM clients, including AIM, ICQ, Jabber, MSN, and Google Talk. Very nifty device for keeping yourself informed while you chat with your friends.
28 Apr 2006
How to put SMDR into Debug Mode on Linux (tip)
Dean Giles shares a tip on how to put SMDR into debug mode on Linux so you can get a debug log.
28 Apr 2006
Find Out Who Has a Specific File Open on OES Linux (tip)
Sometimes it is helpful to see who has a file open (for updates etc.) Olaf Zerfowski shares a script that will find the user who has a specific file open on OES Linux.
27 Apr 2006
RconIP Front (tool)
A small windows frontend for rconip.
27 Apr 2006
Novell Branch Office Q&A: An Open Discussion (appnote)
Updated with new Q&A: Gary Childers has provided answers to some of the most common questions that he has received about using Novell Branch Office.
20 Apr 2006
Enabling the Debug Options in TSAFS on OES Linux (tip)
If you've had problems backing up on OES Linux and need information about what might be failing, check out this tip from Dean Giles. He explains how to put TSAFS in debug mode so you can get a debug log.
20 Apr 2006
Disable NetWare Messenger for Specific Users (tip)
Tony Fiore shares a tip on how to disable the use of NetWare Messenger for specific users.
20 Apr 2006
Upgrading Tomcat 5.0.19 to Latest Version (tip)
Rodney Crossman provides instructions on how to upgrade Tomcat 5.0.19 to the latest version from the Apache Tomcat site.
20 Apr 2006
Configuring Apache Webserver to Withstand DoS and Brute Force Attacks on NetWare 6.x (tip)
Mike Farell explains how to configure your Apache Webserver to block DoS and Brute force attacks on your NetWare 6.x servers.
20 Apr 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 4 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection magazine articles designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux. Part 4 shows you commonly used NetWare commands and tasks and then gives the functional equivalents on Open Enterprise Server for Linux.
20 Apr 2006
This week in Novell Open Audio: Novell Client for Linux & News from Support (feature)
Many organizations have told Novell that in order to start using Linux as a desktop OS, they must have a way for desktop Linux systems to simply and easily connect to their Novell infrastructure. Jason Williams tells us how Novell is bringing this to life. Plus, listen to a special report about the acquisition of e-Security.
13 Apr 2006
AppNote: Novell Client 4.9 SP2 : Initialization, Login and Settings (appnote)
Updated: Here is a fantastic AppNote that you'll want to print and cherish in your giant Binder of Knowledge. This article describes the operation of the Novell Client, from boot-up of the machine, through the user login. It discusses how the Client uses defined protocols to locate resources and authenticate a user. It also contains a comprehensive listing of the various settings available to control the behavior of the Client.
13 Apr 2006
Migrating from IPX to Pure IP (feature)
Fahim Siddiqui shares some tips and lessons learned from his experience migrating NetWare 5.1 Servers from IPX to Pure IP.
12 Apr 2006
FixMyKey! (tool)
Looks for drive letter conflicts between removable storage devices and mapped network drives and corrects them.
12 Apr 2006
Infoboard (tool)
Shows a .rtf file for a predefined time interval.
12 Apr 2006
ZfD iPrint Mover (tool)
Resets iPrint policies to the OES Linux iPrint printers.
6 Apr 2006
Checking NSS User Quotas on Open Enterprise Server for Linux (feature)
Marc-Andre explains how to create a friendly, convenient interface to the helpdesk for checking user quotas.
6 Apr 2006
Tomcat 4 Won't Start after Installing a New Package (tip)
Eric Champagne shares a solution for a problem he had with Tomcat not starting after he installed a new package.
6 Apr 2006
Open Enterprise Server Named 'Best of Show' at LinuxWorld in Sydney (feature)
Novell Open Enterprise Server was named 'Best of Show: Total Industry Solution' at the LinuxWorld Conference & Expo held in Sydney, Australia. Get the details here!
6 Apr 2006
Data Replication Using Novell Technologies Video (feature)
Gary Childers presents some strategies for data replication using Novell technologies such as Novell Branch Office, Novell iFolder, and the RSYNC utility that has been ported to NetWare. Watch the video here.
30 Mar 2006
IFPING (tool)
Checks if a specified host is reachable and then returns the ERRORLEVEL value back to the CMD.
30 Mar 2006
OES Autoyast AID (Auto-installation tool) (tool)
Script creates an Autoyast Profile for use with OES SP2 Linux.
30 Mar 2006
Modules (tool)
Win32 based Workstation equivalent for the MODULES console command.
30 Mar 2006
Got Skills? Bridge 'em to Linux - Part 3 (feature)
Here's the latest in a series of Novell Connection magazine articles designed to help you bridge your NetWare skills to Open Enterprise Server for Linux.
23 Mar 2006
Leveraging Novell Open Enterprise Server and Novell eDirectory as a File Protocol Gateway and Central Identity Store (feature)
This article provided by Novell Supp