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Where does the WPHOST file get stored in our Novell server?

Sanchaita — Tue, 25 Jan 2011 09:23:47 +0000

Where does the WPHOST.db file gets stored .Does it get stored in our local disc.If yes then where.And where is the novell address book gets stored it gets stored in our local disc or is present at the server side

Calendar entries in Novell Groupwise

Sanchaita — Wed, 19 Jan 2011 06:17:42 +0000

How to create calendar entries with recurrence in novell groupwise.

Novell GroupWise: WPHOST.DB

PCVITA — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 06:22:14 +0000

when is the WPHOST.db file created.How do we create a Post Office.Do we do it in the same manner as we create a domain.

Database file in Novell GroupWise

PCVITA — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 10:39:36 +0000

Question Edited by MTidmarsh

Email transfer from Novell Groupwise

Rhc — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 16:51:31 +0000

Question Edited by MTidmarsh

Error installing linux on Dell Poweredge 2950

ITKE — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 14:35:41 +0000

I’m trying to install Novell Linux OS on a Dell Poweredge 2950 server. 64-bit with raid and sas drives but i am getting a “no hard disk found” error

novell eDirectory and LDAP

Magato — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:40:47 +0000

hi there

I’m new to linux and i want our organization to use ldap to share all our network assets. I have configured LDAP correctly according to the steps i got. And i was later told that with only ldap installed i will not be able to reach my goals, but need to install novell eDirectory first and now I am confused and can not get enough information about eDirectory and LDAP. and also can not find eDirectory downloads. By the way i am running SUSE Linux SP2 platform.

Any one for help????????

Redisgn Best Practices

YJTechy — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 19:52:02 +0000

I work in a Novell/Netware environment and we are workin to outsource our GW and change it to Outlook. I feel like our network is just a bunch of piece thrown around to do jobs but they don’t function as a cohesive unit. I’m working to find the best redesign ideally switching to Active Directory so we can integrate with out web monitoring, email, workstations, firewall, and anitvirus server in a much better fashion.

My initial thoughts were to migrate to a Server2008 Domain Controller (this would manage our AD). For a file server I was thinking linux or some sort of NAS.

We have about 90 users and are planning to expand up to about 175 over the next few years. I am trying to find a scalable, functional solution.

Can I get some input from you IT pros out there? I’m one of those young just out of college guys…I’ve been working in the tech field for 7ish years…mostly project jobs/internships. I’ve been at this job for two years now and can see where we need to improve…

Thanks,

Cheaper then Windows Server

SBIT — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 18:20:04 +0000

So here is the story. I am the IT person for a small vehicle dealership chain that is spread across 4 locations in the city. Each location is presently setup with a VPN connection to the main site which houses a database server hosting all the programs needed to run the dealership like, customer tracking software, accounting software and all that is in between. The 100-125 workstations spread across all 4 buildings are presently on a Workgroup setup with local management of User Access, hardware and software management. From a productivity standpoint I need to convert to a domain environment.

Here is the problem, I have supplied the boss man holding the company credit card with 3 quotes for a new Windows Server with enough licenses to support the number of staff members properly, however he has flat out informed me the price tag is too high and to find a way to lower it. Now unfortunatly since the hardware is not going to decrease in value just because I want it to, that leaves me with the software and licenses.

I have been doing a little research online for alternatives to a Windows Server and have already ruled out a Mac XServer since it cannot support workstation management or roaming profiles. I have also installed SME Server on a old box I got laying around but have hit a wall with its capabilities as far as I can see and what I would like for it to do. (Or maybe I am just reading the wrong documentation). I am also looking into Novell as an alternative although I do not daught it has changed drastically since my courses in 2001.

Basically, this is what I am looking for in regards to capabilities:

*Roaming Profiles (Desktop settings, email settings, emails, webpage favorites/bookmarks etc.) – if this means I need a login script that tells windows to backup all settings to a users home directory on the server and then restore on logon I am ok with that.
*Domain User Management (logins, passwords) – A no brainer but still much prefered then creating each user on each individual workstation.
*File and Print Sharing (network drives mapped to each profile with full control on who has access to what)
*Ability to set program access and control for user groups such as who can uninstall and install on the local workstations
*Remote desktop management (for pushing software packages down to workstations. ie. Software updates, new programs etc…)
*Ability to setup a new user from scratch so that when he logs in for the first time to any computer on the network he is all setup with access to the dealerships software, email through outlook express and anything else I need to set.

I know most of these things can be done with Windows Server, with the exception of the Outlook Express settings I think, however since the boss wants me to cut corners I come seeking help.

I have heard of OpenLDAP but have not been able to find any information if it will be able to do all that I require. I have also heard of Mandriva software package that has several components that will work together, however since my knowledge in the way of Linux/Unix is rather limited, I would prefer to hear the thoughts of more experienced Network Admins to make this decision.

So if you have any suggestions please let me know. I apologise for my ignorance, however I fully admit it and am open to suggestions and helpful advise.

Thank you for your time.

Mounting a USB Drive On a Netware 5x server

USBOUTLAW — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 15:47:02 +0000

I need assistance on getting a new Novell 5x server to recognize a USB floppy drive. We are migrating from an old IBM netfinity to a new IBM systemx 3500. In the final phases of the migration it askes to copy files from one server to the other and to do it via the A: drive.

The old netfinity has an A: but the new systemx 3500 does not. We bought a USB A drive and attached it to the new server and rebooted. DOS recognizes the A: drive but Netware does not. Does anyone know how to get NetWare to recognize this floppy drive? IN later versions of Netware 6.5 there is a lfvmount command to mount USB devices. HELP !!!!