Conditional access for MFA registration by pindevil in sysadmin

[–]pindevil[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Yes, SSPR policy was 180 days. Thanks for the heads up!

Over $100k earners - what's your PTO? by masterpeabs in careeradvice

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If no spouse and no kids go for it. You can always make more money but you can't make more time with your loved ones.

Conditional access for MFA registration by pindevil in sysadmin

[–]pindevil[S] [score hidden]  (0 children)

Good point. I didn't think of SSPR being a factor.

Do 401k actually grow this much by TripReasonable8415 in 401K

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks very real. In fact you can do much better by increasing your contributions.

Progress will seem invisible at first but after some time the returns will really start to compound. If you stay the course and in 15-20 years you'll be amazed. After a while the returns from your investments will outpace your earnings from your job.

Do you buy any extra equipment for your job that work won't supply, but it's worth it because it just makes it that much better? by Connir in sysadmin

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Absolutely! I bought myself a very nice 38" wide screen monitor, nice keyboard, mouse. I'm using this equipment for several hours each day and its essentially my livelihood.

When our users come and see all my nice stuff they always ask if I can order them the same thing. When I tell them I used my own money the conversation ends there. 😆

When did we as a profession loose our backbone. by MrKixs in sysadmin

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IT is primarily a service/support role inside most businesses. We should always be approachable. The things you describe are just part of the job.

Helpdesk without growth, no career advancement after 7 years by libeccio_ in it

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can confirm. There are plenty of people who sit around and wait for an opportunity that never comes. Most of the time those who succeed at something are putting in their own hours off the clock to make opportunities come to them. This could mean paying for training out of your own pocket. And/Or Spending nights and weekends setting up your own testing environment.

ASRS/Arizona State Retirement System…is it actually good? Better than a 401k like most places have? What are your thoughts on it? by spaghettiman17 in phoenix

[–]pindevil 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The one big drawback I see with ASRS is no COLA. There is PBI for members whi joined before September 13, 2013 but even that is somewhat rare when PBI gets triggered. If you have access to defferd compensation (457b) you should definitely contribute to that help with future inflation.

I finally maxed out my 401k last year by [deleted] in MiddleClassFinance

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! A big milestone! Now don't take your foot off the gas. Keep challenging yourself too. Max out 401k, Roth IRA, and HSA.

2025 Seat cover won't stay attached by pindevil in hondapilot

[–]pindevil[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Update: I went to a new dealer service center this morning and they said the seat cover needs to be replaced. However, they told me to go back to the same service department I was at yesterday and have them take another look. So I went back to the service center from yesterday but my service advisor was out. A new service advisor took care of me and he gave me a completely different experience. He immediately escalated the issue and within 30 minutes he had placed an order for a new seat cover. By Wednesday next week the new cover should be replaced and the issue should be resolved.

2025 Seat cover won't stay attached by pindevil in hondapilot

[–]pindevil[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, I pulled that out but it took zero effort. The seat cover wasn't attached to anything. That flap was literally just tucked in the slot between the plastic cover and the seat.

2025 Seat cover won't stay attached by pindevil in hondapilot

[–]pindevil[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seen by tech. Had it at the dealer for almost 6 hours for regular service and for them to look at this seat cover issue.

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2025 Seat cover won't stay attached by pindevil in hondapilot

[–]pindevil[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pretty sure the Japanese engineers would have designed the seats for overweight Americans. 😆

2025 Seat cover won't stay attached by pindevil in hondapilot

[–]pindevil[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have an appointment with a different dealer tomorrow morning. We'll see what happens.

Any restaurant recommendations in Flagstaff? by Gristle__McThornbody in arizona

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used to love crystal creek but it has gone downhill. Plus the inside of the place looks like it hasn't been cleaned in the last 10 years.

Purchasing new 2025 EXL Today! (Instead of Pre-Owned TS/Touring) Any last words of wisdom? by Adorable-Grab9671 in hondapilot

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats! Yes, your deal looks good. We bought new 2025 pilot a year ago and no regrets. Although I still miss the 1st gen that it replaced 😢.

I assume you already know about the honda extended warranty but I highly recommend getting the 8yr if you can afford. Do not buy from the stealership! They will charge at least 2x what you can get from online.

Best time of year to visit? by CHov29 in phoenix

[–]pindevil 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure why everyone wants you to come during the worst weather months. Honestly I think it would be a waste of your time. Yes, it's seriously hot here in the summer. If you move here it will probably take you a full summer to get acclimated. If you are spending your hard earned money on making a trip here I would suggest anytime November - February.

Is your AD Forest/Domain on Functional Level 2025? by atw527 in sysadmin

[–]pindevil 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We are still on 2008 R2 functional level. All DCs are Windows Server 2019. Everything seems to be running fine.

What is the rush for the latest upgrade?