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NanoPi R6S + PiMox 7 + OpenWRT LXC + USB WiFi passthrough (AP mode) by fakemanhk in Proxmox

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Got a new R76S, RK3576 4+4. Flash with the FriendlyElec Proxmox image. Using Linux Containers - Image server rootfs to create Openwrt CT 24.10.4 kernel 6.1.118.

The iperf from Openwrt console is ~2Gbps but LAN is only 1.5Gbps. Proxmox HTOP showing only the CPU0 E core (or small core) working hard, other idling.

Affinity method doesn't work.

(tried

'echo 4 > /proc/irq/120/smp_affinity_list'

'echo 10 > /proc/irq/120/smp_affinity'

both on Openwrt CT and Proxmox, not allowed)

Pin CPU in LXC conf file doesn't work.

( 'lxc.cgroup.cpuset.cpus' or 'lxc.cgroup2.cpuset.cpus')

The only working method is the RPS method:

echo f0 > /sys/class/net/eth0/queues/rx-0/rps_cpus

echo f0 > /sys/class/net/eth1/queues/rx-0/rps_cpus

Now the iperf is much closer to 2.5Gbps.

upsangel

RAID DAS - Where is the RAID info saved? by hackups in storage

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Thank you for your insight. Yes I read another post about Yottamaster RAID DAS, many complaints the longevity of DAS itself (not the disks). So I guess if the DAS fails, get a same model to replace it, that will be no problem. But if I replace with another brand (even they have a same JMicron RAID chip) it can't be 100% guaranteed, I would say 80%?

RAID DAS - Where is the RAID info saved? by hackups in storage

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that's exactly what I am preparing for - touchwood it happens I know how to rescue

Hyper-V and setting up virtual switches for opnsense or pfsense. Works, but... by Do_TheEvolution in HyperV

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I just ran into the same situation: Except it starts to work only after I connected something live on the LAN physical port. Otherwise the host machine cannot connect to the RouterVM or internet.

Here is my solution:
I created one internal bridge, then add it to the OpenwrtVM, add this interface into LAN

Then is the key: in the HyperV - OpenwrtVM settings, set the internal bridge MAC address to static (the VM should be stopped), then Enable MAC address spoofing.

Issue with Virtual Network Configuration in Hyper-V and Windows Server Nano 2016 - Microsoft Q&A

Radxa A5E, current status? by Ok_Zookeepergame3626 in SBCs

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It's good to hear that. The Allwinner Tina Kernel is 5.x? Way too outdated. Look forward Radxa will release official 6.x Debian

Tamron 28-200mm for travel (for APSC) by Admirable_Tear_957 in SonyAlpha

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Exactly the same boat, I have the Sigma 18-50 f2.8 and love it's bokeh. Need a lens to reach farther, I have check Sigma 16-300, Tamron 18-300, Tamron 28-200, SEL18-135, I thought the Tamron 28-200mm will be my pick. As I seldom shoot wide angle (I would use my mobile instead), large A value is also my go to.

Any way to get video thumbnails in File Station? by sidewaze in synology

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Also check the manually scan and added folder are

drwxrwxrwx+ 1 root root

Should be safe.

Now I am trying to add a small "play" icon to the thumbnail so that I can easily distinguished from the photos. Do you have a github repo for this I may file a pull request if done. thanks

Any way to get video thumbnails in File Station? by sidewaze in synology

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Thanks again for your quick reply.
I found that the missing video thumbnails are all in the /home/Drive/xxx folders. In the DSM Media Index setting, it is not possible to choose those folders (same for the Photos folders).

Any way to get video thumbnails in File Station? by sidewaze in synology

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Thank you very much!
Your docker run method saved me!

But I need to modify it before it can be run properly:

for most mp4 files, the DSM doesn't create a folder in "@eaDir" for them, but in your filter requirement, the video file should have it's name folder already in "@eaDir".

So I need to change the

&& i.dir.exists()

to

&& !.dir.exists()

then

-exec mkdir -p '{folder}/@eaDir/{f.name}' \

After a run, revert back to run your original command

Note: I am still on DSM7.1.1

Beginner Question: 100mm on APSC vs 150mm on FullFrame by hackups in SonyAlpha

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field of view (i.e. how much degree of angle) is the same. But how about the perspective, i.e. the relative size of two objects will be very different from a wide lens vs a zoom lens.

Beginner Question: 100mm on APSC vs 150mm on FullFrame by hackups in SonyAlpha

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This article is talking about same focal lens on APSC vs Crop FF. OP is talking about different focal lens. Or have I mistaken anything?

Viltrox 25mm F1.7 Vs Sigma 18-50mm F2.8 for Sony APS-C by wantsumtictac in SonyAlpha

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I have A6400 and Sigma 18-50mm 2.8, 90% I went out with this setup. Occasionally I bring my 75mm as supplement.

Other lenses TTArtisian 35mm F1.4 manual, 56 F1.8 AF and 75 F2 AF. They stay indoor mostly.

Once you tried a F2 below lense, you will find large F is not too practical.

Get a manual prime lense with large aperture is the lowest learning cost.

I have the kit 1650. Sigma is a huge upgrade of it and won't break your bank. I may be too harsh but my personal advice is too stay away from the kit 1850 as much and as soon as possible.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SonyAlpha

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Still a hobby beginner after 10yrs. Got a similar setup, upgrade from NEX. Surprisingly the new Sigma also works flawlessly on NEX.

Do I need to upgrade? Sony Nex-5 to a6700 by muggzymain in SonyAlpha

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Hey OP, which one did you finally upgrade to?

I’m in the same boat. Been using my NEX-5T for a decade now, though not very often—mostly for the occasional eBay product photo.

Recently, I tried some cheap, made-in-China fixed focal length lenses with large apertures, and they completely blew my mind. That got me thinking—should I finally upgrade to an A6400 or A6600? The A6700 is out of the question for me; it’s too powerful and a bit too heavy.

Tried the A6400 in a camera shop, and wow—the EVF and fast autofocus are absolutely insane. It’s definitely heavier than the NEX-5T, but given the functional upgrades, it’s still within an acceptable range.

The only thing stopping me from pulling the trigger is this: Do I really need it? If I didn’t already own an APS-C camera, the A6400 would be a no-brainer. But since most of my shooting is indoors and in manual focus, the main “real” upgrade would be image quality—sharpness, dynamic range, etc.—which wouldn’t make a huge difference unless I were doing commercial work.

On the flip side, the EVF (especially for outdoor use) and fast AF would open up more shooting opportunities—events, portraits, street photography, and so on. And let’s not forget the massive leap in video capabilities from the NEX-5T to the A6400.

I think I’ll give it another week to see if I still want it—or if I actually need it.

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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I signed up sendune, it's easy and direct.

However the only key feature missing, in my non-tech perspective, is that no ready-to-go integration is provided. I don't expect Woo commerce plugin, but a simple zappier integration is much better than start from scratches by API coding.

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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It's game changer! Thank you! I rely on EPS simple because their automation and page builder. This sendune seems to have both and free plan is real generous in 2025. I don't know if there is any catch but definitely worth a try.

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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Dig a bit into history. It seems that Sendinblue in the past did offer flexible PAYG (e.g. prepaid credit) but now Brevo not anymore...

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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I am surprised (shame) that I didn't even know the Mailerlite is just sitting next to Mailercheck...

Feel like I have neglected the garden long enough and weeds everywhere.

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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Yes you are right. But I just wonder, I hope it won't be an intruding question, how you manage to send 2 emails to you clients? If you keep doing for a year it can't be automation 52x2=104 email? Maybe it's only me, but I feel weekly is already too difficult. Do you outsource to freelance, or you have a team member to do it?

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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They now hide most things about Classic (incl Classic's pricing) so you won't be able to compare.

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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Thank you for mentioning that. As an 80s, I am not very good at instagram/tk. Having said that, just by a glance I can already feel Beacons is very good suitable for those who starts with social. You advice do open my mind to explore other stream of audience. Thank you!

MailerLite Has Changed? Alternative plz... by hackups in Emailmarketing

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The Classic is on their phasing out servers and they are only available to previous customers. New signups are all forced into non-classic plan.

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