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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.

27 Dec 2007
CLIENT 4.9x ADM (tool)
Administrative Template for Novell Client 4.9x.

18 Dec 2007
GroupWise Best Practice Video Survey (feature)
With the launch of the new Cool Solutions community site, we are eager to start introducing more rich media content into each community. Please take this short survey and let us know what topics you are interested in for GroupWise.

18 Dec 2007
Omni Training for Novell Users Groups (feature)
Interested in having Omni present to your Novell Users Group? We are currently featuring 30 or 60-minute sessions on Omni eControl, Riva, EMU, CCUweb and the Desktop Multiplier. Read about how to schedule Omni Training for your Novell Users Group ...

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.

4 Dec 2007
Cool Blog: Bonsai Authorized BETA has SHIPPED! (feature)
Dean Lythgoe, Director of GroupWise Engineering, shares the good news and the inside details of the Bonsai Beta.

4 Dec 2007
Prepare for Latest E-discovery, Retention, Storage Challenges at BrainShare 2008 (feature)
Get the information you really need by voting for Messaging Architects' technical sessions today.

4 Dec 2007
Syncsort Signs On to Be a Gold Sponsor at GWAVACon (feature)
Novell and GWAVA are pleased to announce that Syncsort will be joining us at GWAVACon. Get the details here ...

4 Dec 2007
Success Story: Rabenhorst (feature)
Learn how Rabenhorst, a German company that produces and distributes a wide range of specialty foods, resolved security, reliability and support issues for its e-mail platform by switching to a GroupWise solution.

4 Dec 2007
Setting GroupWise as the Default Mail Client in KDE and Gnome (tip)
Rodney Crossman explains how to select GroupWise as your default mail client if you're running KDE or Gnome.

4 Dec 2007
Cool Blog: GMS on Linux (tip)
In this Cool Blog, Alex Evans brings us up to date with the latest happenings with GroupWise Mobile Server for Linux.

4 Dec 2007
Solving QuickFinder Index Problems (tip)
Is your Find function not finding? Danita Zanre shares some advice for troubleshooting indexing problems with QuickFinder.

4 Dec 2007
Getting GroupWise Nightly User Upkeep to Stick (tip)
This tip from Michael Bell helps you ensure that the nightly user upkeep feature maintains its changes properly.

1 Dec 2007
Double Bonus Points for Novell Teaming + Conferencing Tips & Articles (feature)
We're looking for tips, tricks, gotchas, workarounds, and success stories about Novell Teaming + Conferencing. Send us your Teaming + Conferencing tips and articles and and we'll show our gratitude with a special double-points offer. Get all the details here.

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.

27 Nov 2007
Restoring GroupWise E-mails and Accounts (feature)
Dave Simons provides a step-by step approach for restoring e-mails or GroupWise e-mail accounts.

27 Nov 2007
GroupWise Filter for Tasks (tip)
Jack Shreve shares a simple approach for getting tasks - and only tasks - to show up in a user's GroupWise view.

27 Nov 2007
GWAVACon Bonus Day: Linux Deep Dive or GWAVA 4 Certification (feature)
Space is limited... sign-up soon! You do not want to miss out on a great opportunity for this all day one-on-one, in-depth training at GWAVACon.

27 Nov 2007
Getting URLS to Display as Plain Text in GroupWise (tip)
Need to get that URL to display as text instead of as a link in a GroupWIse message? This tip from Michael Bell should help ...

27 Nov 2007
Installing GroupWise with a Secondary Domain on SLES 10 (tip)
Tim Heywood explains the order of events for getting GroupWise, ConsoleOne, and WebAccess installed on a SLES 10 system.

27 Nov 2007
Solving a D101 Error: Can't Connect to Restore Path as User (tip)
This tip from Tim Toepp helps you get past the D101 error that may occur when you try to log in to a restore area as an already deleted user.

27 Nov 2007
Using a GWIA Relay through an Appliance (tip)
Tim Heywood explains how to get ConsoleOne set up to support a GWIA port change of traffic.

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)
Tell us how you're using your favorite Novell products to do something unique, save time, streamline a process, boost your bottom line or troubleshoot an issue. Whether you send a suggestion, a short tip or a full-length article, you'll be making a difference and building the Novell support experience. Find out more.

20 Nov 2007
Apache2 Configuration and the Location of WebAccess (tip)
Tim Heywood shows you how to modify your Apache config file to redirect WebAccess to a different port.

20 Nov 2007
Resending Common E-mails (tip)
Jonas Bundy shares a few basic approaches for saving time by resending commonly requested e-mails.

20 Nov 2007
Creating SSL Cert Files with the GWCSRGEN Tool (tip)
If you need to brush up on creating SSL Cert Files for your PO, this tip from Tim Heywood should help.

20 Nov 2007
Restoring GroupWise without an NDS Backup (tip)
What to do if you're looking at a GroupWise restore but have no eDirectory backup? Try these words of advice from Tommy Mikkelsen ...

20 Nov 2007
Finding the Date when an Appointment was Created (tip)
This tip from Jonas Bundy helps you find the date when an appointment was created, in case you need to prioritize or share the information.

20 Nov 2007
Inadvertently Filtering Out Calendar Appointments (tip)
This simple tip from Shashikal BV gets your calendar appointments showing up again if they have mysteriously disappeared.

20 Nov 2007
AnyKey AnyFile (tool)
AnyFile is a client/server application which prepares larges files/folders for download by external party, notifying them by email with download instructions.

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.

13 Nov 2007
GroupWise Migration and Clustering Tips (feature)
Gregg Hinchman and Tim Heywood team up with some practical advice for migrating and clustering GroupWise systems.

13 Nov 2007
Cool Blog: GWAVACon Berlin and Customer Visits (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Dean Lythgoe gets us up to speed with the latest happenings in GWAVACon Berlin and Novell customer visits for GroupWise.

13 Nov 2007
SiteScape Signs On to be a Gold Sponsor at GWAVACon (feature)
Novell and GWAVA are pleased to announce that SiteScape will be joining us at GWAVACon. Get the details here ...

13 Nov 2007
Keyboard Shortcuts: Squashing the Evasive Mouse Syndrome (feature)
Anita Moore shares a detailed list of keyboard shortcuts that helps you get out of the mouse "trap" ...

13 Nov 2007
GroupWise Training Schedule (feature)
Check out the latest ATT training sessions for Novell GroupWise ...

13 Nov 2007
Getting URL's in Text Emails to Work Correctly with Firefox (tip)
This workaround from Chad Smith helps you avoid a link problem with text e-mails and Firefox.

13 Nov 2007
Another Way to Find a Missing Trash Folder (tip)
Gary Ryan shares an easy way to find an elusive GroupWise Trash folder.

12 Nov 2007
SUSE / Novell Pocket PC Themes (tool)
Themes for Pocket PCs featuring SUSE / Novell images

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.

6 Nov 2007
Cool Blog: What's New in Bonsai (feature)
Keep up with the latest Bonsai developments in this Cool Blog by Dean Lythgoe, Director of GroupWise Engineering.

6 Nov 2007
Webinars from Messaging Architects' Best Practice Series (feature)
Learn how to set up logging with MySQL on your M+NetMail system - and discover M+Guardian 2007.3.

6 Nov 2007
Finding a Missing Trash Folder (tip)
Where is that invisible trash folder? Tommy Mikkelsen offers a few clues for tracking it down when you can't see it in your desktop ...

6 Nov 2007
Using Sync Settings with GMS 2 (tip)
This tip from Joe Marton explains how to get the sync settings working for GroupWise Mobile Server 2.

6 Nov 2007
Troubleshooting Port 25 Problems on GWIA (tip)
Morris Blackham explains how to get around conflicts on port 25 with GWIA and Postfix.

6 Nov 2007
Limiting GWIA to a Specific Service (tip)
Need to set up your GWIA so it only accept and send mail with one service? Joe Marton describes how it's done ...

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.

30 Oct 2007
Migrating GroupWise to OES 2 Linux (feature)
Here's a step-by-step process for moving your GroupWise system from NetWare to OES 2, courtesy of Norm O'Neal.

30 Oct 2007
The GroupWise "Zombification" Tool (tip)
Just in time for Halloween, Matt Ray (evil laugh here) explains the horribly delightful process of bringing back an e-mail message from the dead ...

30 Oct 2007
Omni Announces CRM Integration Initiative for GroupWise (feature)
Come check out the GroupWise CRM Integration announcement from our friends at Omni. This announcement marks an important milestone in their plans to deliver third-party database integration and CRM support for GroupWise.

30 Oct 2007
Hands-on Lab to Integrate SugarCRM to GroupWise Offered at GroupWiseR EMEA Summit (feature)
Interested in getting hands-on training on how to integrate SugarCRM and other third-party CRM, ERP and third-party database applications into GroupWise? Following the Omni Riva CRM Integration Strategy Announcement at GWAVACon Europe, GroupWiseR EMEA Summit attendees will be the first to get training on how to deploy Riva's CRM Integration Strategy. Read more ...

30 Oct 2007
Vertigo Released at GWAVACon Berlin (feature)
Vertigo, GWAVA's Key GroupWise Management Console was released at GWAVACon Berlin this past week. Although currently Vertigo has a limited feature set, it will increase after the release of Novell SP3.

30 Oct 2007
Getting Notifications on E-mails for a Designated Folder (tip)
Anita Moore shows you how to filter incoming e-mails into a designated folder and then get notifications for new messages that arrive there.

30 Oct 2007
GroupWise Resource Archive Update - October 2007 (tip)
Check out the new update to the GroupWise Resource Archive Update ...

30 Oct 2007
Configuring WebAccess on OES 2 (tip)
Aaron LeSaux explains how to adjust the default installation of WebAccess so it handles the Tomcat path and ProxyPass correctly.

30 Oct 2007
Troubleshooting a C06B Error with the GroupWise Server Migration Utility (tip)
Matt Ray explains how to avoid a C06B error when dealing with the GroupWise Server Migration Utility.

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
How to Install and Configure VMware on SLED (appnote)
Dave Simons shares a step-by-step guide on how to install a VMware server on SUSE Linux Enterprise Desktop.

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 Teaming + Conferencing Now Available! (feature)
It's here! Novell Teaming + Conferencing is now available, allowing you to bring the benefits of enhanced productivity and open collaboration to your organization. If you're looking for next-generation collaboration capabilities like blogs, wikis, enterprise social networking and real-time conferencing--or if you want an open alternative to proprietary offerings from Microsoft and IBM--this product is for you. Find out more...

24 Oct 2007
Novell Open Audio: This is Not Your Father's Workplace (feature)
From blogs, wikis and forums to whiteboarding and Web/VoIP conferencing, teams are now able to collaborate more effectively than ever. Join Rob Luhrs, one of the lead developers of Novell Teaming + Conferencing, and the Open Audio guys to hear how Novell is taking advantage of these next-generation collaboration tools.

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...

23 Oct 2007
Cool Blog: GroupWiseR Summit in Bruges, Belgium (feature)
In this Cool Blog, Alex Evans provides an inside look at the upcoming GroupWiseR Summit in Belgium.

23 Oct 2007
Messaging Architects Invites Our Valued Clients to Support Us for SC Magazine Readers Trust Awards (feature)
Voting for products in the Readers Trust Award categories of the SC Magazine Awards 2008 has begun!

23 Oct 2007
Setting Up Spam Filter Accounts (tip)
Danita Zanre shares a few steps for configuring spam filter accounts for GroupWise systems.

23 Oct 2007
Setting Up a GroupWise Post Office for Students (tip)
Here are some guidelines for setting up post offices in an academic environment, courtesy of Timothy Leerhoff.

23 Oct 2007
Messages Read - or Not Read (tip)
Danita Zanre explains a few good ways to find out why a message that has actually been read is still showing up as "unread."

23 Oct 2007
Solving Printing Problems with WebAccess and IE7 (tip)
This tip from Matthew Swenson helps you automatically pop up a print dialog for WebAccess users who print from Internet Explorer 7.

23 Oct 2007
Deleting a User and Clearing the User Space (tip)
Is that GroupWise user really gone? Here's a tip from Tim Heywood that helps you make sure, once and for all ...

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
Cool Blog: GroupWise Advisor,GWAVACon Berlin and Bonsai BETA Update (feature)
Dean Lythgoe, Director of GroupWise Engineering, shares his thoughts on some cool GroupWise happenings you should be aware of ...

16 Oct 2007
More Productivity and Profit for Your Small Business (feature)
As a small business, you may feel pressure to stay competitive with software that far outpaces your budget. Or maybe you've heard of "free" software, open source and Linux, but wonder if this means sacrificing the support services and applications so critical to your business. Announced on October 16, the Novell Open Workgroup Suite Small Business Edition addresses these concerns by combining the benefits of Linux and open source with the support ecosystem small businesses need. Find out more...

16 Oct 2007
Novell Open Audio: Novell Open Workgroup Suite Small Business Edition (feature)
Troy Wilde and Richard Lindstedt give an overview of Novell?s Open Workgroup Suite Small Business Edition.

16 Oct 2007
Reload 2.5 Coming Soon (feature)
Reload 2.5 is slated for release in the month of October 2007. Get the details here ...

16 Oct 2007
Learn from Your Peers: South San Antonio ISD Prepares for Legal Discovery and Open records Requests with GWArchive (feature)
A K-12 organization tackles the challenges of email retention. Find out more here ...

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!

16 Oct 2007
Archiving for Compliance in the Government Sector (feature)
Attend this informative webinar and enter to win a free Email Essentials Product Suite - the essential toolkit for the GroupWise administrator!

16 Oct 2007
Troubleshooting Incorrect Default Folder for Attachments (tip)
Arend Teraa explains how to get to the right folder for attachments, instead of an old default one.

16 Oct 2007
Solving a WebAccess Web Page Issue after Upgrade (tip)
If your users are getting to the wrong starting page for WebAccess, this tip from Bob Mahar should help solve the problem.

16 Oct 2007
Unarchiving an Entire Calendar at Once (tip)
This simple tip from Joe Marton helps you unarchive a complete GroupWise calendar, all at once.

16 Oct 2007
Solving Problems with Xplat GroupWise on openSUSE 10.3 (tip)
James Taylor explains how to get the GroupWise Client running successfully on openSUSE 10.3.

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.

9 Oct 2007
Riva Collaboration Integration Suite for GroupWise Featured on Novell Open Audio (feature)
Our friends at Omni share how their Riva Collaboration Integration Suite allows administrators to 'push' calendars, proxy access, managed signatures, common folders and address books to GroupWise accounts. Hear about Omni's new Secure Distribution List module and their roadmap for ERP / CRM email integration with GroupWise.

9 Oct 2007
Learn from Your Peers: Email Retention Management with GWArchive at Univ. of Florida (feature)
Here's a real-life case study on how to meet the requirements of email retention management in Education ...

9 Oct 2007
Messaging Architects Achieves "Novell Ready" Status across Product Line (feature)
GWArchive, M+Guardian, GWExtranet, and GWTreecast are tested and ready for GroupWise. Get the details here ...

9 Oct 2007
GWAVA Announces iPod Touch Winner (feature)
Over the past few weeks GWAVA has been running a promotion for Reload in the Midwest Region. To win, customers attended a special Midwest Reload webinar. See who the winners are here.

9 Oct 2007
Upgrading a Fully Patched GroupWise 6.5 System to 7.0 (tip)
Wallace Frist shares a simple solution for going from a patched GroupWsie 6.5 system to version 7.0.

9 Oct 2007
Displaying the DNS Name instead of IP Address at Client Login (tip)
Here's a tip from Tommy Mikkelsen that helps you display the DNS name at client login time.

9 Oct 2007
Solving Error -8200: Unable to Access SDD (tip)
If -8200 is not a good number for you or your SDD, Wallace Frist has a solution that may help ...

9 Oct 2007
GW Messenger and External Entities (tip)
Read this tip from Don Heinze if you'd like to get your GW Messenger working with external entities ...

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.

2 Oct 2007
Linux Deep Dive Training with Danita Zanre and SwitchDesk at GWAVACon (feature)
GWAVA has added an additional day of training for Linux at GWAVACon. Danita Zanre and SwitchDesk will deliver a full day ramping up on Linux fundamentals and GroupWise 7 on Linux. Register now for this special pre-conference event.

2 Oct 2007
GroupWise and SAN Design, Part 1 (appnote)
In this AppNote, Tim Heywood provides a background for the processes that are required for running a GroupWise system on centralized storage, such as a SAN.

2 Oct 2007
Meeting the Email Retention Requirements of Educational Institutions with GWArchive (feature)
GroupWise guru and email archiving expert Greg Smith discusses a typical email archiving scenario for educational institutions that can be accomplished simply and elegantly with GWArchive.

2 Oct 2007
GWAVA Certification Training Hits the Road (feature)
Due to an overwhelming demand for its Certification training, GWAVA and BrainStorm are bringing this training to a city near you. Get the details here ...

2 Oct 2007
Omni Announces Secure, Access Controlled GroupWise Distribution Lists (feature)
Do you need to control who can send emails to GroupWise Distribution Lists? How about hiding GroupWise distribution list members? Interested in having external account email addresses included in your system-defined distribution lists? Riva's Secure Distribution Lists takes GroupWise distribution list control to the next level. Read more about Riva's GroupWise Secure Distribution Lists module.

2 Oct 2007
Check out Messaging Architects' Video Archive on Best Practices in Messaging (feature)
Even if you missed the live webinars this summer, you can learn how to secure and optimize your messaging environment.

2 Oct 2007
Monitoring Load Balancing for WebAccess Servers (tip)
This tip from Dave Hatfield helps you keep an eye on how well your load balancing is working for your WebAccess servers.

2 Oct 2007
Marking Confidential E-mails as Private to Other Users (tip)
Here's a practical solution from Anita Moore that gets your confidential e-mails marked as private to other GroupWise users.

2 Oct 2007
Tips for Using GWCheck (tip)
Mickael Lundgren shares an approach for using GWCheck to help solve client errors, crashes, lost folders, etc.

1 Oct 2007
Incremental GroupWise Database Backups (tool)
How to use a shell to backup GroupWise databases.

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.

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.

25 Sep 2007
Formulating Retention Policies for Education (feature)
GroupWise guru and email archiving expert Greg Smith discusses the need for educational institutions to define formalized retention policies for electronic records and email documents that address the needs of access to information and legal discovery.

25 Sep 2007
Novell Licenses Riva from Omni to Keep New Zealand on Time (Daylight Savings Time) (feature)
Omni Technology Solutions, Inc. and Novell Inc. recently announced the immediate availability of the Riva New Zealand Daylight Saving Time (DST) module for New Zealand GroupWise customers. New Zealand GroupWise customers are invited to download the free module from http://www.omni-ts.com/integration.

25 Sep 2007
Using GroupWise Mail and Calendar on Non-Novell Portals (tip)
Kevin Hurni explains how to get your GroupWise mail and calendar features working on non-Novell portals.

25 Sep 2007
Success Story: Belisol and GroupWise (feature)
Learn how the Belgium's Belisol company got a handle on its expanding sales and marketing activities with a solid GroupWise solution ...

25 Sep 2007
Dealing with the Latest Risks in Corporate Messaging: Eliminating PDF Spam with M+Guardian (feature)
This article from Messaging Architects explores the dangers and remdies for one of the newest threats to e-mail systems - PDF spam.

25 Sep 2007
Handling a Domain Name Switch for GroupWise (tip)
Need to switch domains and wondering about what will happen to your GroupWise system? This tip from Paul Lamontagne should ease the process.

25 Sep 2007
CBT Installation Training for GWAVA 4 (feature)
GWAVA in conjunction with BrainStorm has released a CBT training for GWAVA 4 for Free. Get the details here!

25 Sep 2007
Silent Upgrades for GW Messenger (tip)
You can get a silent install going for GW Messenger, by using the undocumented switch described in this tip.

25 Sep 2007
Disabling HTTP but Keeping HTTPS for WebAccess (tip)
Here's some advice from the Forum on how to disable HTTP access in WebAccess while still allowing HTTPS.

25 Sep 2007
Creating Multiple Aliases for Users in GWIA (tip)
Danita Zanre shares a simple tip for allowing more than one alias per GWIA user.

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.

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
Network Configuration Command-line Control (tool)
Updated: Simplified syntax for using netsh.exe.

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.

18 Sep 2007
Consultant's Corner: Introducing Novell Teaming + Conferencing (feature)
Gregg Hinchman opens the curtains on Novell's new Teaming + Conferencing tools and explains their impact on your GroupWise systems.

18 Sep 2007
Creating an Annual, Recurring Event in GroupWise (tip)
Bryan Keadle shares a handy solution for creating annual GroupWise events, such as birthdays and anniversaries.

18 Sep 2007
Solving a "503 Service Not Available" Error for WebAccess (tip)
This tip from Royce Robinson helps you work around a 503 error in the WebAccess application.

18 Sep 2007
New from Novell Downloads: GroupWise Mobile Server 2.02 (tip)
Check out the latest version of GroupWise Mobile Server, available on download.novell.com ...

18 Sep 2007
GWAVACon Bonus Day Announced (feature)
Due to overwhelming demand, GWAVACon has announced a Bonus Day of intense, in-depth training!

18 Sep 2007
Omni Training for Novell Users Groups (feature)
Interested in having Omni present to your Novell Users Group? We are currently featuring 30 or 60-minute sessions on Omni eControl, Riva, EMU, CCUweb and the Desktop Multiplier. Read about how to schedule Omni Training for your Novell Users Group ...

18 Sep 2007
Learn How to Mitigate Email Risk with Novell, AMD, IBM, and Messaging Architects (feature)
Attend this exclusive free event and get up-to-date with the latest technology in messaging security and compliance.

18 Sep 2007
Illinois-based School District Pushes GroupWise Calendar Information to Staff Accounts with Riva CCU from Omni (feature)
Keith Shaffer, Director of Technology at Skokie/Morton Grove School District 69, had been waiting for a long time to be able to "push" GroupWise calendar content to his users. With Omni's new Riva Common Calendar Update module, he is able to push GroupWise appointments, reminders and calendar items to staff. What a great way to start the new school year!

18 Sep 2007
GWAVA's Vertigo Will Be Released Late September 2007 (feature)
Learn more about the upcoming release of GWAVA Vertigo here ...

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
SLE10: Create a YaST Installation Source for Auto Installation (feature)
Cameron Seader shows you how to create a YaST installation source that can be used during an Auto installation or a Network installation.

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
How to Install Skype on SLED 10 SP1 (tip)
Eric Gearhart shows you how to install Skype on SLED 10 SP1.

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.

11 Sep 2007
Consultants Corner: Special Edition - Exchange 2007 Facts (Update) (feature)
Gregg Hinchman compares the features of GroupWise 7 and Exchange 2007 counts the migration costs - the findings may surprise you! (Now updated with GroupWise cost tables)

11 Sep 2007
A GroupWise First -- Integrate eDirectory Values into GroupWise Signatures (feature)
Do you need to standardize your GroupWise signatures by adding eDirectory values? Read more about how Omni's new Managed Signature module allows you to push eDirectory values into GroupWise signatures.

11 Sep 2007
GWAVACon - The Worlds Largest GroupWise Conference is Taking over Europe (feature)
GWAVACon will be in Berlin, Germany on October 20 - 22, 2007. Find out about it here ...

11 Sep 2007
Looking into the Future - Email Archiving and Retention with Retain (feature)
Taylor Cochrane, Product Manager for Retain, presents "Looking into the Future - Email Archiving and Retention with Retain" on Wednesday, September 19th at 2:00 PM EST.

11 Sep 2007
Discover M+Guardian: Using Executive Reports to Help Your Senior Management Understand the Importance of Investing in Messaging Security (feature)
Learn more here ...

11 Sep 2007
Locating GroupWise User Objects with Missing eDirectory Counterparts (feature)
Ruud van der Zwet explains how to locate disassociated GroupWise objects.

11 Sep 2007
Converting Groupwise Client RPMs to Run on dpkg-based Distributions (tip)
This tip from Mike Culbert helps you get your GroupWise client up and running on Debian and Ubuntu.

11 Sep 2007
Restoring a Personal Address Book from Backup (tip)
Tim Heywood explains how to get a personal address book from a backup