I was installing Symantec Backup Exec 11d to back up a bunch of servers with Oracle database. After several fruitless sessions to get the Oracle Agent to work, I logged a call to Symantec Support.
OWA Error 503
Recently, a colleague encountered an interesting problem after installing Exchange 2003 sp2. The OWA gave error 503 on the sole exchange server.
Maid or Domestic Helper
1st day of work for the domestic helper. First time in Singapore from Indonesia. Let’s see how she turns out.
Server hardening
To reduce to surface vulnerable to malicious attack. This is accomplished by removing, disabling unused services and/or increasing the encryption level of communication protocol. Microsoft has provided three types of templates: Compatible, Secure and Highly Secure.
Holiday 2007
This year we checked out Swissotel Stamford. The room has a king-size bed and threw in a cot, lots of space for the kids.
Patching ISA 2004
Ever tried patching an ISA server? Not as easy as other application servers. Recently I had an interesting experience on patching an ISA 2004 server. So I am documenting this down for everyone and myself.
Train rides
Usually, I do not do social commentary, but it has been really nagging me.
Palm Vx digitizer went nuts
I have lost control of the lower half of the screen. Looks like I need to do a hardware reset to get it to calibrate. Then add in the Hackmaster plugins to have full control. Looks like time for a…
The Brave One
Moving backup to disk folders for Backup Exec 11d
I had a situation that required me to change the IP address of the NAS for the Backup to disk folders. Now the location of the folders cannot be changed in the properties. Symantec recommends to create a new location…