Monthly Archives: April 2021
Find SonicWall Hidden Configuration Page
In this tutorial I will be showing you how find the SonicWall hidden configuration page. Well it’s hidden from most because there is no real easy way to access it from the GUI. In these simple steps I will show you how to access these amazing features.
Step 1: Log into your SonicWall.
Step 2: Replace the /main.html with /diag.html
Step 3: Click on the [ INTERNAL SETTINGS ] button to load the hidden features and configuration options.
Below are actually all the settings you can change under this features and configuration options page.
Trace Log
They provide you with a button to download trace logs.
ARP Settings
Enable ARP bridging
Enable open ARP behavior (WARNING: Insecure!!)
Enable Source IP Address validation for being directly connected
Only allow ARP entries with unicast addresses
Limit ARPS of non-responsive IPs
Limit resolution of a same IP Address rate less than 10 100 … Read the rest
How to Resolve Unifi VPN Access RAS/VPN Server Error for Windows 10
In this tutorial I will show you how to resolve Unifi controller version 6.1.71, Unifi VPN Access error “The Connection was prevented because of a policy configured on your RAS/VPN server. Specifically, the authentication method used by the server to verify your username and password may not match the authentication method configured in your connection profile. Please contact the Administrator of the Ras Server and notify them on this error.”
There are only a few steps you need to take to resolve the RAS/VPN server VPN Access Error.
- Log into your Unifi controller version 6.1.71. This should also work with newer and previous versions of the Unifi controller software.
- Click on Settings
- Click on System Settings
- Click the New User Interface slider to turn it off.
- You will be prompted with a popup, click the red [ Deactivate ] button.
- You should now be viewing a classic version of the
How to Configure Unifi UDM PRO VPN for Windows 10
In this tutorial I will show you how to configure the Unifi UDM Pro VPN for Windows 10. I will take you through the processes of configuring a VPN User and VPN VLAN on the Unifi controller version 6.1.71 of the UDM Pro and then finishing with configuring the Windows VPN client.
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Once your logged into your UDM PRO follow these steps below.
- Click on Settings
- Click on Advanced Features
- Scroll Down to Radius
- Locate Default Radius server. On the right hand side click on the dot burger and click Configure.
- Once the page loads flip the switch to blue.
- Type in the secret. You can use my simple
A Thumb Drive For Every MSP TECH
This Thumb drive is a must for all MSP TECH’s, once we purchased the SAMSUNG FIT Plus USB 3.1 Flash Drive 128GB we have been more productive. I’m sure your asking right now how can this thumb drive make a tech more productive? Well it comes down to time saved. This thumb drive is very fast and the quicker we can transfer data and write data the quicker we can be done with tasks like installing windows on a computer or transferring clients data from computer to computer.
The thumb drive, SAMSUNG FIT Plus USB 3.1 Flash Drive 128GB is quick and convenient with read speeds up to 400 MB/s*¹ with the latest USB 3.1 standard to ensure transferring data never slows you down. Send a 3GB ISO file from this thumb drive to your PC in around 10 seconds. Your MSP Tech
Myself and other MSP Techs have really … Read the rest
APC 1500VA Smart UPS Review
I have been purchasing the APC 1500VA Smart UPS battery backups for a few clients now and they been holding up great. One of the top features I love about these product line is the APC SmartConnect. This feature is the first cloud-enabled UPS for Distributed IT. Through a secure portal (via any internet-connected device), you can view the status of your UPS, receive notifications, get firmware updates and more.
We have connected network devices like SonicWall, Unifi with and without POE and Servers. They tend to last 30mins or more on battery depending what’s connected to these APC 1500VA Smart UPS’s
APC SmartConnect products are ideal for managed service providers because Smart-UPS models with SmartConnect are cloud-enabled and have a built-in Ethernet port, making it easy and cost effective to monitor your UPS online. With the APC 1500VA Smart UPS you can set it up with all sorts of … Read the rest
How To Update CentOS 7 Or Older
As you know it is important to keep your Linux OS updated. In this Tutorial I will show you how to update CentOS 7 or older. Updating your CentOS 7 or older servers regularly will patch up the latest security vulnerabilities. I’m sure your not interested in being a statistic as many others have.
In this tutorial you will learn:
- How to update CentOS 7 or older packages via command line
On CentOS 7 or older, open a terminal and type the following command to check for available updates:
# yum check-update
To install all of the updates shown, simply execute:
# yum update
You can use the following If there are specific packages that you want to update you can specify it by name:
# yum update httpd
In this Tutorial you saw how easy it is to update CentOS 7 or older servers. Please remember to keep your … Read the rest
How To Update CentOS 8
As you know it is important to keep your Linux OS updated. In this Tutorial I will show you how to update CentOS 8. Updating your CentOS 8 server regularly will patch up the latest security vulnerabilities. I’m sure your not interested in being a statistic as many others have.
Updating CentOS 8 is a little different from previous versions. Cent OS 8 m oved to the dnf package manager. While as previous versions to update CentOS was the YUM package manager.
In this tutorial you will learn:
- How to update CentOS 8 packages via command line
On CentOS 8 and newer versions, open a terminal and type the following command to check for available updates:
# dnf check-update
To install all of the updates shown, simply execute:
# dnf update
You can use the following If there are specific packages that you want to update you can specify it … Read the rest
How to solve common computer problems with 8 steps
Solve common computer problems using these 8 steps.
You can solve common computer problems by keeping an eye out for symptoms and then implementing your theory. Most common computer problems you’ll run into include no power, physical damage, failed boot, application failure to load and peripherals that don’t function as they should. The 8 steps on how to solve common computer problems will guide your through your day to day troubleshooting.
Standard troubleshooting steps
Step 1. Identify the problem.
- Break large problems down into smaller problems.
- Consider scope; who or what is affected?
- Gather details about the issue; ask users, view logs.
- Determine whether anything has changed.
- Duplicate the problem.
Step 2. Do your research.
- Refer to past help desk tickets.
- Search through private or public knowledge bases.
- Ask friends or colleagues.
- Internet search.
Step 3. Establish a theory of probable cause.
- Eliminate the simple and obvious possible causes.
- Consider
How to configure Dell N3024 or N3048 Switch
nIn these few steps I will be showing you how to configure a Dell N3024 or n3048 switch. We will be using putty and a series of commands to get these Dell switches.
- Download and install PUTTY onto the computer you will be using to configure the Dell N3024 or n3048 switch.
- Make your life easier with a USB Console Cable. But yes you will need one of these to configure the switch.
- Unpack your Dell N3024 or n3048 switch.
- Make sure you have the Console cable connected to the switch and the computer.
- Open up Putty. Make sure to select the Serial radio button. Keep the Speed at 9600 you may have to change the serial line from COM1 to COM2 or COM3 to get connected to the switch.
- Once connected wait for the switch to load. Step 1 will display: “Would you like to run the setup
How to configure Dell N2024 or N2048 Switch
nIn these few steps I will be showing you how to configure a Dell N2024 or n2048 switch. We will be using putty and a series of commands to get these Dell switches.
- Download and install PUTTY onto the computer you will be using to configure the Dell N2024 or n2048 switch.
- Make your life easier with a USB Console Cable. But yes you will need one of these to configure the switch.
- Unpack your Dell N2024 or n2048 switch.
- Make sure you have the Console cable connected to the switch and the computer.
- Open up Putty. Make sure to select the Serial radio button. Keep the Speed at 9600 you may have to change the serial line from COM1 to COM2 or COM3 to get connected to the switch
- Once connected wait for the switch to load. Step 1 will display: “Would you like to run the setup
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