I can trace my computer usage back to 1996, when computers were precious and companies were offering training courses. At that time, everyone talked about the three essential skills for the future: driving, English, and computer skills. I bought many books to understand computers, hoping to build a solid theoretical foundation and not be left … Read more
Guide to Installing OECT and Deploying OpenWrt in LXC 1️⃣ Main System Selection OECT has recently gained popularity, and after acquiring it, I considered flashing the firmware. The K2P + N1 has met most of my home network needs, and with OECT’s 4GB of RAM, running OpenWrt separately would be too extravagant, so I decided … Read more
Mainline U-Boot and Linux Kernel Many Linux enthusiasts may have heard of the terms mainline or upstream, but they might not be clear about what they actually refer to. Generally, when you get a development board, it usually comes with U-Boot and Linux kernel developed by the chip manufacturer, which we refer to as vendor … Read more
Armbian, a lightweight Linux distribution optimized for ARM architecture single-board computers, has officially released version 25.8.1. This update is undoubtedly a significant upgrade for developers, enthusiasts, and embedded players who rely on SBCs (Single Board Computers). ⚙️ Kernel and Firmware Updates At the core system level, Armbian has introduced a brand new kernel upgrade. Most … Read more
Note: Swipe left on the briefing content to view the event timeline, historical background, technical details, and quick Q&A information. Fwupd 2.0.14 Adds Support for Framework and SteelSeries Fwupd 2.0.14 was released today, adding support for Framework QMK devices and SteelSeries Arctis Nova 3P headphones. This update also introduces build support for RHEL 9 and … Read more
Abstract This article introduces the basic knowledge of FileBrowser, related documentation, and installation deployment. It analyzes errors through log analysis, locates errors using information from images and the host machine, resolves permission issues by modifying directory attributes, verifies the cause of errors, lists precautions when mounting volumes, and compares the differences between specified users and … Read more
Introduction Recently, while browsing a seafood market, I noticed a mining box called the Panther X2, which is another custom hardware box similar to the Xunlei Money Treasure that has already ceased operations. The price for a brand new unit in the seafood market is approximately 110 RMB (as of 2025/5/27). The hardware configuration includes … Read more
Feel free to message the editor for casual chats. Table of Contents 1. Background 2. Confirming the Box Chip 2.1. Labels 2.2. Boot Screen 2.3. Disassembling the CPU 3. Preparing the Flashing Environment 3.1. Preparing Flashing Tools 3.2. Preparing the Flashing Package 3.3. Burning the Image 3.3.1. Installing Flashing Software 3.3.2. Burning the Image 3.4. … Read more
For the past two weeks, I have been experimenting with the WanKe Cloud, aiming to use it as a home NAS. I tested several different systems, and I have compiled the more effective ones into this article. Detailed tutorial on flashing WanKe Cloud, giving new life to idle electronic waste Complete guide to flashing WanKe … Read more
In the Armbian system, mounting disks is a common operation, but traditional mounting methods (such as directly modifying /etc/fstab) carry certain risks. If a disk fails to mount properly, it may lead to system failure or even damage. To avoid this situation, this article will introduce a safer and more stable mounting method: using UUID … Read more