Why can’t I ping my Synology NAS when I enable my FireWall
July 24th, 2024 1:28 PM Mr. Q Categories: Synology
I’ve been locking down the firewall on my Synology NAS to only allow certain ports from specific IP subnets. After enable the firewal, ping stopped working from external command prompt. I still wanted to be able to ping the Synology from anywhere. I couldn’t work out how to configure the […] Read more »
Synology upgrade Plex Media Server manually
July 11th, 2024 5:57 PM Mr. Q Categories: Synology
Launch Package Center and open Plex Media Server Stop the Plex Media Server Upload the latest (not Bata) version and follow the instructions. Once installed, launch the Control Panel Open Shared Folder Edit the shared folder containing your Media Click Permissions tab Change to System internal user and give PlexMedaServer […] Read more »
How to backup Plex Server
July 11th, 2024 5:47 PM Mr. Q Categories: Synology
To backup my Synology NAS, copy \volume1\PlexMediaServer\AppData to a new location Now that I know what to backup, I can use any tool to automate this. Read more »
Control Your Streaming Experience with Alexa and Plex – A Step-by-Step Guide
July 9th, 2024 6:36 PM Mr. Q Categories: Other
In this article, we will explore how to control your streaming experience with Alexa and Plex. We will discuss the different ways to control Plex using Alexa, including setting default servers, players, and adjusting player settings. Additionally, we will cover various commands for controlling specific content on Plex, such as […] Read more »
Linux Rotate Log Files
January 20th, 2024 7:28 PM Mr. Q Categories: Linux
Rotating log files is a common task, and Linux systems often use log rotation tools such as logrotate for this purpose. Here’s a simple example: 1) Create a Configuration File for Logrotate: Create a configuration file, for example, /etc/logrotate.d/myapp Replace /path/to/your/log/file.log with the path to your log file. 2) Run […] Read more »
Raspberry Pi desktop – Set time format
January 20th, 2024 7:01 PM Mr. Q Categories: Rasberry PI
To set the time format on the Raspberry Pi desktop, you can use the raspi-config tool or manually configure the time settings. Here are instructions for both methods: Using raspi-config: 1) Open a terminal on your Raspberry Pi. 2) Run the following command to open the raspi-config tool: 3) Navigate […] Read more »
Raspberry Pi 5 – Boot from NVMe M.2 SSD
January 19th, 2024 11:34 AM Mr. Q Categories: Rasberry PI
Set time format Update PI Update Pi packages If failure Update Pi firmware Verify M.2 is visible Seup Geekworm X1001 Avoid: Phison controller config.txt Update boot config Testing Read more »
Create a concrete mold
October 28th, 2023 6:19 PM Mr. Q Categories: Miscellaneous
Creating a concrete mold for various projects, such as stepping stones, pavers, or decorative concrete elements, can be a fun and rewarding DIY project. Below are instructions for making a simple square concrete mold: Materials and Tools: Instructions: Remember that these instructions provide a basic overview of creating a concrete […] Read more »
List of things to inspect when purchasing a used car to determine value
July 27th, 2023 1:38 PM Mr. Q Categories: Automotive
When purchasing a used car, there are several critical factors to inspect to determine its value and condition. Here’s a comprehensive list of things to check during the used car inspection: Remember that purchasing a used car involves careful consideration, and it’s essential to take your time, do thorough research, […] Read more »
2004 Mercedes SL500 “visit shop” brake light diy fix
July 24th, 2023 1:16 PM Mr. Q Categories: Brakes
If you are getting a “Visit Workshop” warning for the brake light on your Mercedes, it indicates that there is a fault or issue with the brake light system that needs attention. It’s essential to address brake light problems promptly for safety reasons. While some DIY fixes might be possible, […] Read more »