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  1. chalkywhite

    Leaf vacuum cleaner

    Which model Flymo please foxhole?
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    Solar PV for shed/office & garage

    May I ask what make of panels you use, and to share the setup image again please? Thanks
  3. chalkywhite

    Olde laptoppe

    Ha ha. In 1992 I left my first fulltime job where my manager tried to keep me offering a 386 with the maths co-pro. Oooh, I thought, already pretty sure 486 was already a thing in '92 :)
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    Olde laptoppe

    I'd add RAM to my not-so-old Lenovo Yoga which only ships with 4Gb, but last time I tried the order couldn't be fulfilled in over 40 days. Sodding covid affecting chip supply :(
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    System Interrupts & USB's

    This article suggests its OK to uninstall the driver and allow windows to reinstall, I know, unlikely to solve, but worth a shot ...
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    What is "Secure VPN" and do I need it?

    What everyone has said is spot on. You'll only lose passwords etc if you use them on non-443 (padlocked) websites, in particular perhaps duped to amaz0n.com for example. Just ensure everything is updated and take note of your modern browser warning you of insecure sites. Oh, and don't share...
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    Microsoft Edge

    Hiya, hit ... top right, then settings, then on-startup on left menu.
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    Galaxy tablet A7. Cannot switch data on

    Is the A7 a 4G device? Thought it was only WiFi? need a SIM for standard data functionality
  9. chalkywhite

    Caravan chassis rust

    When you say modern, anything this century? I was aiming to avoid 90s 'vans. Thanks
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    Caravan chassis rust

    Thanks. Hadn't thought about base. Was going to wheel it in over compacted soil and chipped bark, but that would only encourage damp. Good shout :)
  11. chalkywhite

    Temporarily remove arris rail fence section

    Thank you, now looking up arris rail brackets :)
  12. chalkywhite

    Temporarily remove arris rail fence section

    Hi, I'd like to temporarily remove the section of fencing to the right of this photo to be able to wheel in an old caravan. Is this a DIY job, or would a carpenter be recommended please? Thank you
  13. chalkywhite

    Caravan chassis rust

    Hi all, considering buying an older caravan to turn into a hobby room at end of garden. Anyone with caravan experience know how old caravans tend to get before their chassis disintegrates please? Thank you
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    Hikvision NVR vs Synology NAS with Surveillance Station

    Hello all, is one camera feed to Synology surveillance app free of charge please? It's not clear from the documentation. I currently have a Floureon 4 cam setup, which is seeing cameras drop off through moisture ingress. Want to try adding dome cams that are compatible with my existing...
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    Lenovo not resetting

    Looks like an OS boot disc or thumb drive is needed
  16. chalkywhite

    System restore password

    Try no password?
  17. chalkywhite

    Best Windows Lap top.

    I have a Lenovo Yoga, bought in 2018 and already the battery is dodgy. Not sure I'll buy Lenovo again. Always seen HP Pavilion and Dell models to be fit for purpose, nothing fabulous
  18. chalkywhite

    Linux on a Lap Top

    We run Linux Mint on two old laptops. Really helped during homeschooling and lockdown. Amazing how much can be achieved through Chrome :)
  19. chalkywhite

    Mesh WiFi setup

    I'd like to hear how you get on Chris, I use a combo of Asus RT86u hung off our Sky router and tplink powerline plugs which are largely reliable.
  20. chalkywhite

    Ammonia dog deterrent on grass

    My front lawn always looks bad due to dogs peeing on it, particularly close to the pavement. Is there a deterrent like ammonia that I can use which won't hurt the grass, but will deter dogs please?
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