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    MS SQL select inside an if

    I am attempting to write the below query, but the column doesn't exist in photos table so MS SQL is reporting an error if exists (select column_name from INFORMATION_SCHEMA.columns where table_name = 'audio' and column_name = 'aud_length') begin select * from audio where aud_length = 334 end...
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    DSL Noise margin

    An ISP tech has been out here three times and the telco has been here once. None of them could find anything wrong with the line. Or at least they said the line was clean at the NID. Although for 8000 ft I think that the attenuation is quite high. But without SLA, I don't think I have much...
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    DSL Noise margin

    for up, the typical noise margin is about 5 db higher than download. Attenuation is 29db.
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    DSL Noise margin

    I did the home-run myself with cat 5e. I had to do it because originally the ISP served up ADSL2+ on separate pairs than my POTS with the telco. They rent the copper between the NID and CO/DSLAM from the telco. But now the ISP serves up POTS on the same pair so I had to get that Wilcom...
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    DSL Noise margin

    Yes, the noise margin you stated is correct. I am on ADSL2+. Will the noise margin make much difference in speed? My modem is currently capped below the tier of service to maintain stability. I'm about 8000 ft from the CO, but the copper could be longer. There was an AT&T tech out...
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    DSL Noise margin

    The noise margin is consistently 4 to 6 db higher when plugged in near the NID compared to my office. My attenuation is 48db regardless of where the modem is plugged in. The DSL filter is this one: http://www.wilcominc.com/Item.cfm?ProdID=100 It's located right next to the NID.
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    Comcast Bandwidth Cap

    Not sure about other areas, but here Comcast HSI w/o other services, it's $58/mo for residential 15/3 (powerboost speeds -- I don't know the sustained speeds) and $60 for SMB 12/2 (no mention of powerboost). The next tier is 16/2 at $90/mo.
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    DSL Noise margin

    I ran 80ft of Cat5e between the NID to my office and used the tool-less key stones from Monoprice for Cat5e on both ends. One of these. I wired both ends using the 568B standard. I noticed that when the modem is plugged in at the NID the noise margin is about 4 to 6 db higher than when...
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    IT Resume Thread

    I received a response from a headhunter The position he has in mind requires a certification which I do not have. I suggested that I have sufficient experience to make up for lack of the certification and he agrees. I have done Win XP/7 OSD via SCCM, WDS, Lite Touch, and RIS; VMware...
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    Who makes good SLA batteries for UPS?

    It chirps and all the LEDs flash. APC calls this an "internal fault." I bought a new UPS thinking the old one was busted. Out of curiosity, I took the battery pack and rigged it to fit my old UPS. Everything works fine and no error. I ran it for 10 min w/ a 150 W flood lamp bulb and the...
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    Who makes good SLA batteries for UPS?

    Two days ago, the open voltage of the two batteries in circuit was 22V. Today it was 15V, which is what led me to tear apart the battery pack. It shouldn't be draining the battery like that...
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    Who makes good SLA batteries for UPS?

    I have two 12V 8AH SLA batteries made by Universal Battery. I put these in my UPS about 6 months ago and they're now bad. One reads 9V open voltage and the other is 6V. This was after a 4-5 min power interruption. There have been maybe 10 power interruptions in the past but all were less...
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    Any auto battery to UPS conversion kits?

    Unless you have an Optima or other type of SEALED lead acid car battery, it's not a good ideal to use a car battery for UPS. You more common car batteries can discharge explosive hydrogen gas during charging. Unless the battery is stored in a detached garage or soem out building, I wouldn't...
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    IT Resume Thread

    About 4 years ago, I earned my AA in general education at night school. This December, I am getting my BS. I am looking for systems admin jobs right now. Should I only put my BS anticipated Dec 2010 only or should I list my AA also?
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    Homemade computer stand - IKEA

    I was at a lumber yard awhile back and they did have 1x8 boards in lengths from 1 or 2 ft all the way up to 12 ft. I don't remember if they have 10 or 12 in boards or whether or not they had birch. I know they had maple, oak, pine, redwood, and walnut for sure. I think maple might be a good...
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