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Well I am supposed to be receiving these items today so after I get it all installed I will update as to what I did. Thanks for all the input!

I think I read something about this last night. If I don't used a router for DHCP and just have the computers and the network hard drive(Buffallo) connected to the switch(netgear gigabit) they will be able to see each other without IP addresses assigned? This would be fine because there will be no connection to anything outside this small network.

Yes they do

Well we are using this switch for two reasons: the first because the router only has 4 ports and we are planning on adding two computers eventually and the second to try and speed up the transfer between devices. The router is only up to 100mb where as the switch is 1000mb. As far as breaking the file up we routinely need fast access to every customer record we have. We could split it up but to be honest the boss man doesn't want to do that.

So my final question. If I go with DHCP from the router through the switch is it just that simple? Just plug it in and it will recognize everything and assign IP address's? Again to clarify I will have an 8 port switch with a hard drive, 3 computers, and one router attached to it. Nothing else.

Yeah we just bought a Buffallo Technology Live link or something to that effect. It was the 1TB model. Nothing fancy.

I'm not sure if you can do it like that or not. I don't believe so but we do have Quick books installed on each computer but will be accessing the company file on the networked hard drive.

I don't believe these computers could handle uncompressing the file like that. Yes we do modify this file throughout the day every day so that wouldn't be an option. The main problem is the speed of accessing the file. The local computer that the file is on has no problem quickly doing any tasks but the two other workstations are quite a bit slower. I believe it is to due the file being located on that computer rather than a server or a location that is not busy doing other tasks. My understanding is that the host computer completes any tasks that it is doing locally before any requested shared files are sent out.

Each computer is using one of the verizon USB cards to access the internet. Not sure if that matters with the DNS and gateway settings but the switch is only being used to share the quickbooks company file between computers. It is almost a 200mb file.

Ok here is a dumb question. If I were to use static IP addressees what will I be setting them to. I know the last few numbers are all that matters but will I be matching them to the hard drive? the switch? thats where I get confused.

The quick books file will now be on the networked hard drive. Is it safe to say this should be a plug and play process for the most part if I use the router to assign IP's? Also we are updating to the gigabit switch to try and get the faster transfer speeds. Will having a 100mb (or less) connection on the router effect this?

Ok thanks. My problem with computer networking is that I know a little about a lot of things. I can usually tinker around with stuff and search enough online to figure it out but I think I will go the DHCP route with the router. I just wasn't sure if it would actually still assign the IP's like that but I'm pretty sure I know what you mean on the DHCP pool.

I'm sure someone on here is a little tech savvy so here goes. At work right now we are running three computers networked together through a router and one of the computers is hosting our quick-books company file. We are planning on updating that router to a gigabit switch and putting that company file on a networked hard drive to speed it all up a little. My question is would it be better to just plug the computers and hard drive into the switch and assign static ip's (which i'm not sure how to do)or could i plug the router in the switch as well and let it assign ip's?

Those are the kind of deals I wish i'd never ran across. (unless I bought it of course)

Good to know. Thanks

I just got off the phone with the cycle shop where I bought my four wheeler. It seems that with every tire rotation the back end of the four wheeler drops a little. They said it was probably flat spots from sitting which is probable because I never ride the thing. They also said they would work themselves out when I ride it. My question is do you agree and am I hurting the tires by letting them develop flat spots?

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Just to let everyone know what I decided; I happened to go into Dick's last night to pickup some things and noticed they have a extra wide ladder stand (2 people?) with a cover included for $170 plus tax. I had never seen them online or anywhere for that matter but that fits my needs for cover and warmth and I got off pretty cheap.

After looking at my location again this is a possibility. I'm not sure exactly how high I could go with it but at least four feet so that should give me the view I am looking for. Can anyone give any input on the size I should build it for two comfortable people? I'm thinking a 4x8 which would minimize lumber cost.

I considered that but the location I am in doesn't permit putting one there. I am building this stand right on the treeline overlooking my field on one side and a creek on the backside so my options are limited. I'm just thinking maybe using 2x12's for the base structure and secure them really well. It will be more expensive but I might as well do it right. I know in my first post I made out like I wanted a quick fix but the more I think about it this is a prime hunting spot so I am going to put the extra effort in even if I have to wait longer for completion. Should I wait until after this season to start construction?

Well I was thinking of building a triangular shaped base in between three trees and using some good wood and lag bolts. Do you think the wind would be a big factor if I did it that way? If so it is starting to sound like a good tripod with a good shooting rest and a cover might be my best bet.

Never thought of that but I can imagine that would ruin my day

I'm hunting out of an old ladder stand now and am thinking about trying to build an enclosed box stand in a group of trees but am wondering how expensive that might be. I'm sure someone on here has built one. I don't need a fancy one just something with plexiglass windows on hinges and a roof to keep the breeze out. Anyone have a round about cost one building one versus just getting a tripod and an enclosure to go on it? My main concern is having some type of shooting rest but the wifes main concern is being able to take a propane heater:)

Ok cool. Thanks

Hey guys. I just bought this model 70 Winchester and am trying to find out more info on it. I have dug up that it was made in 1979 but that's about it. It is a .270 XTR model, had the iron sights but I removed them last night. Apparently Winchester made a "Classic" model those few years to and am wondering the difference. I gave $400 for this rifle with a cheaper bushnell scope. I'm very happy with it but in your opinion was it a good deal?