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mdcomp
10-13-04, 06:24 PM
Calling all folding gurus,
I am looking for some really knowledgable folders who are willing to help update the Folding FAQ (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index) located on our team website and in our FAQ thread here on the forums. This is a lot of work, so I was going to split it up by section, I was thinking one person per section, but if we have enough people perhaps two per section. Some questions are obsolete and no longer needed and in some sections we need to add questions.

This is how the sections break up. I took this from The Official O/C Team 32 Folding FAQ/Links and everything else (http://www.ocforums.com/showthread.php?t=108580):
---INTRO---

1. What is Folding@Home (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#17)
2. Where can I find out more about the project? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#18)
3. Folding@home in detail. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#88)
4. What is gromacs? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#39)
5. Is there a list of current projects? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#40)
6. Where can I find more information on the proteins? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#41)
7. Who "owns" the results? What will happen to them? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#89)
8. Why don't you post the source code? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#90)
9. Why not just use a supercomputer? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#91)
10. Can I run Folding@Home on a machine I don't own? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=5&categories=Intro&parent_id=0#92)


---General Hardware Questions/Info---

1. What are the system requirements for folding? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=19&categories=General+Hardware+Questions%2FInfo&parent_id=0#42)
2. Can I be a dial up user and still use FAH? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=19&categories=General+Hardware+Questions%2FInfo&parent_id=0#43)
3. Is there support for dual processors? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=19&categories=General+Hardware+Questions%2FInfo&parent_id=0#44)
4. Will running my computer at 100% 24/7 shorten the life of my computer? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=19&categories=General+Hardware+Questions%2FInfo&parent_id=0#45)
5. Is there anyway to speed up my folding times? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=19&categories=General+Hardware+Questions%2FInfo&parent_id=0#46)


---Setup/Quick Guides and Getting started---

Now that I know what folding is, where do I get the client? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=8&categories=Now+that+I+know+what+folding+is%2C+wher e+do+I+get+the+client%3F&parent_id=7)

1. FAH 3.1 text-only client setup guide for 98/ME/2000/XP/. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#19)
2. Linux setup guide. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=11&categories=Setting+up+the+Client+in+Linux&parent_id=7)
3. FAH 3.1 graphical client setup guide for 98/ME/2000/XP. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#25)
4. How do I hide the console? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#26)
5. How do I run the client as a service in 98/ME? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#33)
6. How do I run the client as a service in NT/2000/XP? This also includes how to use Firedaemon! (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#34)
7. How do I setup more than multiple clients on one machine? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#35)
8. Setting up your computer to auto-dial. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#36)
9. I am interested in setting up a diskless folding setup, where can I find out more about this? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=7&categories=Setup+Guides&parent_id=0#37)


---General questions- Network and Software---

Samba Guide for EMIII (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=24&categories=Samba+Guide+for+EMIII&parent_id=20)

1. I am behind a firewall, can I still use FAH? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#47)
2. Why should I try to keep my client up to date? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#48)
3. Can I run FAH and SETI at the same time? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#49)
4. Will FAH keep me from doing the things I normally do? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#50)
5. How do I send back a protein when I am done with it? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#51)
6. How long do I have to finish a work unit? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#52)
7. Can I download more than one unit at a time, is caching available with this client? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#53)
8. How can I keep track of my client? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#54)
9. I have machines on a network, is there a way to monitor them all from one place? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#55)
10. I keep getting the same work units over and over is this a problem? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#56)
11. I am running more than one client and they are both working on the same work unit, is this a problem? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#57)
12. Why does adjusting the core process priority via the task manager not affect its performance? How do I manually adjust the priority of the Folding@home core? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#98)
13. Can I run the Linux version on Free-BSD? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=20&categories=General+Network+and+Software+Questions&parent_id=0#99)


---Other Questions---

1. Which version should I run? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#58)
2. What about security issues? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#59)
3. Will FAH run in standby mode? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#60)
4. What Time Zone does FAH use and can I change it? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#61)
5. On Stanford's stat page it has the wrong start date for me? How can I fix this? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#62)
6. I am using windows and I get a dll error when i try to run the folding client? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#63)
7. FAH looks strange (windows) or segfaults (Linux) (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#64)
8. My screensaver just looks like a black screen with little dots floating around. What gives? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#65)
9. I get an error like "Format:MyForm not found" when I try to download. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#66)
10. I get an error like "Network Recv Timeout" or in the console version (or in the file scrlog.txt). (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#67)
11. I get an error like "Running self tests.......test failed, error -1" in the console version (or in the file scrlog.txt), but it seems to be running OK after that. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#68)
12. When I'm running the screensaver, it crashes, and says something about a page fault. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#69)
13. I get an error like "Running self tests.......test failed, error -1" in the console version (or in the file scrlog.txt), and it dies. (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#93)
14. How can I choose F@H or G@H, just give a preference, or allow the client to be flexible? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#94)
15. Why merge the two clients? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#95)
16. I just finished a WU and now I got another for the same protein. Is there something wrong? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#96)
17. How do I run the screen saver when nobody is logged on? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=21&categories=Other+Questions&parent_id=0#97)


---Stats and user information---

1. Where can I find my personal stats and the team stats and server stats? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#70)
2. How do I change my user name? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#71)
3. How you decide how much credit a work unit is worth? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#72)
4. Where can I find a list of how much each protein is worth? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#73)
5. I just joined but I don't I see myself in the stats? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#74)
6. On Stanfords stat's page I am higher in the stats than on Statsman's page; I have the same number of points on both pages, as do all the people around me? What's wrong? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#75)
7. The stats say we are in 4th place but everyone else says we are in 3rd, how is this? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#76)
8. Where can I go for more help? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#77)
9. Are there any characters I should avoid in a username? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#100)
10. How you decide how much credit a work unit is worth? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=22&categories=Stats+and+User+information&parent_id=0#101)


---Addon software---

1. What is Electron Microscope III and how do I set it up? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#78)
2. How do I get EMIII out of stealth mode? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#79)
3. Is there an O/C skin for EMIII? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#80)
4. What is Fold Monitor and how do I set it up? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#81)
5. Is there an O/C skin for Fold monitor? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#82)
6. What is KDfold and how do I set it up? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#83)
7. Is there an O/C skin for KDfold? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#84)
8. Is there a IRC stats script available for FAH? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#85)
9. If I have any problems with these programs where can I get more help? (http://folding.octeams.com/modules.php?op=modload&name=FAQ&file=index&myfaq=yes&id_cat=23&categories=Add+On+Software&parent_id=0#86)

If you want to request a specific section, go for it. I will do this on a first come, first serve basis. Any volunteers?
:)

Matt

MLMIB
10-13-04, 06:48 PM
intro or general, but would like to work with another person(college is kickin my butt)

Fever
10-13-04, 06:50 PM
Sorry for the off topic post, but whatever happened to NASsoccer?!

mdcomp
10-13-04, 07:03 PM
intro or general, but would like to work with another person(college is kickin my butt)

Got it. We'll see who else volunteers.
Thanks.
:)


Sorry for the off topic post, but whatever happened to NASsoccer?!

No idea, but he hasn't been around for a few years now.


Matt

mdcomp
10-15-04, 08:18 PM
C'mon this will only take up a bit of your time guys. This is an important step if we want to be able to recruit some more members.
Anyone?

Matt

Andyman902042
10-16-04, 09:20 AM
I can update these sections:

---Setup/Quick Guides and Getting started---
---Stats and user information---

PM or AIM me

-Andy

Wedo
10-16-04, 10:18 AM
I'll take Setup. Seems I write about that all the time anyway. :D

Andyman902042
10-16-04, 10:32 AM
Ok I guess I'll take---General questions- Network and Software--- and ---Stats and user information---

-Andy

mdcomp
10-16-04, 10:45 AM
Thanks everyone!
:)

Who is doing what:

Intro: MLMIB
General Hardware Questions: MLMIB (if he can handle both)
Setup: Wedo
General Network and Software: Andyman
Other Questions:
Stats: Andyman
Addon Software:

mdcomp
10-16-04, 10:47 AM
Also, please note, you can get started right away. You can just check out the FAQ and then copy your section into word. Update it, make changes and then send the document to me. I will update it to the site. Just make sure it is formatted, so I can tell, what goes with what. Thanks.

We still need someone for "Other Questions" and "Addon Software", ask around.
:)

Matt

mdcomp
10-17-04, 09:37 AM
Andyman, good work!
He already sent me one section, by the way. Thanks.
:)

Matt

dicecca112
10-17-04, 11:10 AM
I'm taking add-on software

mdcomp
10-17-04, 01:30 PM
Who is doing what:

Intro: MLMIB
General Hardware Questions: MLMIB (if he can handle both)
Setup: Wedo
General Network and Software: Andyman - DONE!
Other Questions:
Stats: Andyman
Addon Software: dicecca112
Ethics: Flixotide


Thanks to dicecca112 and flixotide for volunteering. Only 1 section left!!!
:cool:

Matt

mdcomp
10-22-04, 10:03 PM
Just a reminder, get to work fellas!
:)

Thanks again for volunteering.

Matt

Woozy
10-22-04, 10:12 PM
Give me other questions for $200 Alex. Tag me on AIM WoozyXV

mdcomp
10-22-04, 10:13 PM
Give me other questions for $200 Alex. Tag me on AIM WoozyXV

Welcome aboard.

Matt

MLMIB
10-23-04, 12:22 AM
hmmm, I'll finish my part this weekend. question though, are we allowed to talk smack in the intro :D

mdcomp
10-23-04, 08:46 AM
hmmm, I'll finish my part this weekend. question though, are we allowed to talk smack in the intro :D

To an extent, I guess. Go for it.
:)

Matt

FizzledFiend
10-23-04, 10:27 AM
whats left man?

mdcomp
10-23-04, 10:43 AM
whats left man?

Nothing is left, but I haven't heard from some of the people working on it yet, so don't count yourself out just yet.

Matt

FizzledFiend
10-23-04, 01:21 PM
just give the word i will put my 8th grade language skills to work ;)

dicecca112
10-25-04, 02:33 PM
bump on this, if someone wants to help with Add-on software feel free to shot me and mdcomp a PM. I could use some help, Advanced Physics is kicking my a** right now.

dicecca112
11-26-04, 10:29 PM
bump

mdcomp
12-03-04, 02:53 PM
UPDATE:

The update process has begun. I posted the questions that were sent to me. A slight glitch was found in the FAQ system, but hopefully it will get worked out soon.
:)

Matt

Leviathan41
12-03-04, 04:47 PM
Cool, it will be very helpful to get this up and running!