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Don't use FAT32 on your Airdisk AEBS(n)!

11 Apr

After a few phone calls with Apple, trying to figure out why files over 2gb are giving me unexpected error Code -50, and transferring at 20 or more minutes, I finally figured out why I was having such a problem transferring files to my Airdisk.

You have to usa a HFS+ format, not FAT32. I finally moved to a GUID Partition with HFS+ (Journaled) format and it’s twice as fast when transferring files wirelessly.

So if you’re out there on Google like I was, looking for this, I hope you find this and do like I did.

 
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Posted in Airport, Airport Extreme, Apple, FAT32, HFS+, Hardware, Networking, Wireless Networking

 

Configure your AEB(n) to join a Windows Domain

05 Apr

So after playing with my Apple Airport Extreme Base Sation with 802.11n wireless capability, I figured out how to get it to work on my office domain while still giving me the ability to connect to my office resources and maintain my 802.11n connectivity to my Airdisk.

  1. Plug AEB(n) straight into ethernet jack on wall
  2. Configure Wireless to “Create Wireless Network”
  3. Configure Connection Sharing to “Off (bridge mode)”
  4. Configure your “Internet” settings to set your domain and DNS servers properly
  5. Hit update.

And that’s it. Simple, I know, but I thought I’d write about it in case anyone else is searching out there on how to do it.

And there you go,

 
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Posted in Airport, Airport Extreme, Apple, Computers, Hardware, Macbook Pro, Networking, Wireless Networking, Work Stuff

 

I'm the Proud Owner of an Apple Airport Extreme Base Station

02 Apr

I just picked up an Apple Airport Extreme Base Station at CompUSA for $179 retail. I must say I could not be happier with this purchase. Not only was the set up way easier to use than any other router I have ever used (and I’ve used plenty), but the connection is immensely fast.

I’ve set it up at my office to extend the office network, so that I can still have access to the office resources, but I also plugged in my USB hard drive to the back, and am getting speeds similar, at, and even faster than directly connected USB. It’s great! The only problem is if I relocate my Macbook Pro closer to the office 802.11b/g router, I automatically switch to 802.11g, so I have to stay back in my sunless warren in order to be able to work with my hard drive.

That’s fine, but if I can figure out how to make my Airport Card only connect to 802.11n networks at my will, then I will be able to sit anywhere in the office and maintain this speed.

 
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Posted in Airport, Airport Extreme, Apple, Artemis Solutions Group, Computers, Hardware, Macbook Pro, Work Stuff

 

Homemade Photobooth using Photobooth

27 Jan

I made a photobooth last night for our party using my Macbook Pro, the built in iSight, a USB mouse, lots of duct tape and a sheet.

It was a huge success, resulting in 512 pictures. It was a lot of fun and I enjoyed making it.
Here’s how I did it

  • I prepared my macbook by creating a managed account that could only open Photobooth
  • I set my Macbook Pro atop my closet shelf
  • I plugged in a USB mouse
  • I used a ton of duct tape to put the mouse on the shelf’s hanger rack, and covered up the optical sensor
  • I wrote “Press Here” on the left button
  • I positioned the cursor on the “Take Picture” button
  • I hung up a sheet around the area with tape
  • I placed a lamp inside the enclosed area
  • I encouraged everyone to use it

And the Results
Here are a couple of my favorites from the night:
Photo 485.jpg

Photo 412.jpg

Photo 148.jpg

Photo 381.jpg

Photo 482.jpg

Go see the rest of my 512 photobooth pics

Digg!

 
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Posted in Apple, Computers, Hardware, Life, Macbook Pro, Photography

 

The Mighty Mouse is Mighty Hard to Use

17 Jan

Since purchasing the Mighty Mouse from Apple this past weekend, I’ve had my own mixed reviews. At first I thought the complaints about right clicking were just a bunch of whiny jerks who can’t get used to lifting their left fingers.

Well, less than a week into using my mouse and the “use of the right click” has deteriorated to the point where it’s exceptionally annoying. If I find a fix, I will post it.

edit: So far, turning it off then back on has solved the issue. This does not bode well.

 
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Posted in Apple, Computers, Hardware, Macbook Pro, OS X