Re: [CAD_CAM_EDM_DRO] linux/EMC Computer Config ?

> I read in the Red Hat manual that a 3
> button mouse is preferable for X-Windows.
> Should I specify this from the start?
>

yes a three button mouse is better for use with X
or you can also emulate the third button by clicking the
left and right buttons together on a two button mouse

you may also want to look at using a trackball
that way you wont be chasing it off the edge of
the pad,over chips ,etc.
as I'm sure you know any flat surface in the shop
is a magnet for tools,chips,parts and assorted junk
and you never seem to have enough room to move
a mouse

> The cost of the system is about $800.
> Quite a bit more than a used P-100 but I
> think worth it if it eases linux, rtlinux
> and EMC install. It has no LAN, modem or
> good method of backup. I wanted to keep it
> as simple as possible, I can add hardware
> once I have it running.
>

I would consider adding a network card from
the start ,it makes moving files onto the machine much easier
the redhat instalation scripts can guide you thru setting up
the network without to much trouble

Brian