Gain Control of the Storage Controller Loading Order
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Gain Control of the Storage Controller Loading Order

I encountered an intriguing issue recently after replacing my motherboard. Some block devices underwent a change in their order, causing /dev/sda to appear as /dev/sdy due to a modification in the PCI-e enumeration. This change, though seemingly insignificant, led to an unexpected consequence. Since the disk was subject to a specific mdadm filter, its altered…

How to Create an IPMI User Using Linux CLI, A Step-by-Step guide
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How to Create an IPMI User Using Linux CLI, A Step-by-Step guide

A common tool in use when needing a console access to a remote server is the IPMI. There are multiple names and implementations – HPE’s ILO, Dell’s iDrac, Lenovo IMM, and so on. This interface can be configured – both network settings and user access credentials, when having a BIOS access, however – a question…

Extracting PPPoE login details from a locked ISP router
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Extracting PPPoE login details from a locked ISP router

There are many internet service providers (ISPs) around the world that offer fiber internet connections, but sometimes you cannot access your PPPoE user details. This can happen if your ISP does not allow you to use your own router, or if you don’t have the login details for your router. There are ways to try…

Easy Guide to Using AutoFS to Connect to Windows CIFS Shares
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Easy Guide to Using AutoFS to Connect to Windows CIFS Shares

AutoFS is a powerful tool that allows for mount-on-demand functionality in Linux, reducing the chances of any negative effects when rebooting Windows running file services. In this article, we will focus on how to correctly connect AutoFS to a Windows share, without covering advanced features such as dynamic maps or special cases with different mappings….