Category Archives: New Toys

Faster Network Access

Posted on January 25, 2024 by larry

Been on 10GB network for a while now, but between subnets I had a VM acting as a router. Today I got a physical firewall/router like I mentioned. But I also have stretched the Network to the garage. Currently it … Continue reading →

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Almost Good 10GB network

Posted on January 21, 2024 by larry

Used up most of my 10GB network connections, but at this point I think I am good. Wish I had more so I will keep on I on things. Firewall is good too. Unfortunately I spent too much time on … Continue reading →

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Firewall is In

Posted on January 20, 2024 by larry

Wasn’t expecting for it to be in. I started the day late (slept in) and I needed to clear my desk. Ended up moving the firewall and spending time cleaning up the wiring. Also after some planning late last night … Continue reading →

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Firewall Parts All In

Posted on January 19, 2024 by larry

I got everything I need to get this firewall up. Although I may get a DAC (may already have some around the house). Maybe a UPS dedicated. Regardless this is ready to go. Weight: 349.6

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Well Paced Day

Posted on January 18, 2024 by larry

I did a lot today Busy day. Weight: 348.4

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Firewall Does Firewall

Posted on January 17, 2024 by larry

After work I played with my new firewall a bit more. Here is a pic Couple initial things, Linux doesn’t recognize the SFP and SFP+ NIC, I knew that before I purchased it though. It is confirmed that Rocky 9 … Continue reading →

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Messing Around With New Toy

Posted on January 16, 2024 by larry

Had a late walk today because a new toy came in today that will be my new firewall. All I have for you today is a link to Amazon where I purchased it Qotom Q20321G9-S10 This will be my new … Continue reading →

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Mostly Done

Posted on January 15, 2024 by larry

Recall Friday I mentioned I have a list of things to do. I got all of them done for the most part. Feeling satisfied with where I am at. I think this is going to be a busy week at … Continue reading →

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Happy New Year 2024

Posted on January 1, 2024 by larry

OK 2022 was Meh, 2023 was Meh, but if today is going to be like the rest of the year it is going to be busy. The fireworks on TV for Seattle wasn’t that great, looked like it was just … Continue reading →

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Closing in on End of Year

Posted on December 28, 2023 by larry

Tomorrow really starts the archiving and cleanup to prepare for next year. Office needs some cleanup, got 3 more days. Figured out some technical stuff today, found out how to create multi boot in Windows 10 with VHD Tomorrow going … Continue reading →

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