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This category lists at the bottom of the page all the pages that refer to this category, therefore it is a useful entry point should you wish to explore all pages that are relevant to MX.
This category lists all the pages that are relevant to MX, so is a good starting point.
<div style="padding-left: 20px; width: 95%; border:solid; border-width: thin; padding:10px; margin-bottom:20px; padding-bottom:20px; background-color:#FFFFCC"><big>'''It's your Wiki......'''</big><br> <br>We always welcome contributions from the Cumulus Community and if you feel you can contribute, please do. 
* There are pages in this category for all folders and files, used by MX
* If you contribute a new page, add it to this category by quoting '''<nowiki>[[Category:Cumulus MX]]</nowiki>''' on your new page.
* ''[[Migrating_from_Cumulus_1_to_MX|How to migrate to MX]]'' - For those still using the original Cumulus software


Every page, linked from this page, was written in the past, newer MX releases may therefore require these pages to be updated, can you help to do that?  You will see messages on various pages warning that they are out of date, and asking for your help to add content under some headings.
SOME KEY INFORMATIVE PAGES (FOR NOVICES):
* [[What to do when I have a problem with MX]] - read this before you seek advice in the Cumulus Support Forum
* [[Raspberry_Pi_Image|Setting up Raspberry Pi using a pre-built Image]] - install MX on a Raspberry Pi computer, (with all access to the Pi done from another computer on same network).
* [[MX_on_Linux|MX on Linux]] - MX is really easy to install, and run, on any simple computer running any UNIX derivative
* [[MX_on_Windows_OS|MX on Windows Op Sys]] - you can install MX on a Windows PC, or laptop
* [[Updating MX to new version|How to upgrade to new MX release]] - comprehensive guide
* [[MX Administrative Interface|Administrative Interface]]- all about the pages used for settings, correcting log files, and viewing your weather derivatives locally
* [[Cumulus.ini]] - comprehensive guide to settings and configuration file
* [[Samplestring.ini]] - configuration samples for customisations
* [[:Category:Ini Files]] for all pages that deal with the files storing highs and lows


As a starting point, we suggest you read [[Help:Contents/Editing|How to Edit]] which was written specifically for this Wiki. [[How_you_can_contribute]] is full of suggestions on where your help would be appreciated.
SPECIALIST GUIDES (NOT FOR NOVICES):
* [[:Category:JSON Files]] for all pages dealing with files used to get data to your web site
* [[Webtags/Parameters]] - see this page if you want to vary how data appears on web pages
* [[Cumulus_MX_Local_API|MX application programming local interface]] - the developer explains how data is made available for local interfaces
* [[MX Basic info]] -  contains details like the library functions used by MX, and how the end of day process works.
* [[Cs Code Modules]] - quick guide to the components compiled up to make the MX executable


'''Are you willing to help us rewrite this Wiki to document MX''', as that has been evolving rapidly since Mark Crossley took over development, so there is still lots to document. In particular, '''can you help make it more friendly for those whose first encounter with Cumulus is a MX release? '''
PAGES THAT WERE CREATED FOR MX BETA:
*If you plan on '''CONTRIBUTING''' to the Wiki, then you will need a userid.
These were created in a rush when there was a threat that the support forum would close, they need a willing contributor to sort them into useful pages:
**Please use the [[Special:RequestAccount|Request Account]] form to apply for a userid  (you may have to wait some time for a response),  or
* [[MX Issues]] Detailed known issues with 3.0.0 beta releases
**If you already have a userid, then just [[Special:UserLogin|Login here]] (link also available on top right of any page).
* [[Cumulus MX FAQ]] Was intended to be quick reference answers to frequent questions
 
'''''When requesting a Wiki account, it would be helpful if you can use the same user name as on the Cumulus forum (but use a different password!), it makes it easier for the admins to identify genuine account requests from spammers.'''''
 
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*[[What to do when I have a problem with MX]] - read this before you seek advice in the Cumulus Support Forum
*[[MX Basic info]] page  -  contains details like the library functions used by MX beta, and how the end of day process works.
*[[Compare C1 and MX|Comparing legacy original Cumulus with MX]] and [[Migrating_from_Cumulus_1_to_MX|How to migrate]]  - If you are still using the original Cumulus software; these should help you decide whether to migrate to MX, and how to do it.
*[[Raspberry_Pi_Image|Setting up Raspberry Pi using a pre-built Image]] - for those tempted to install MX on a Raspberry Pi, operating in headless mode (instead of connecting a screen and keyboard to it, you do all access to the Pi from another computer on same network). The developer has made life easy for you by combining the '''Raspberry Pi Lite Operating System''' with a pre-installation copy of MX.
* [[MX_on_Linux|MX on Linux]]  A Raspberry Pi computer (and similar devices from other manufacturers) is much simpler than a normal computer, but it can still run various operating systems that allow you to use it perhaps for both running MX and a web server.  
*[[MX_on_Windows_OS|MX on Windows]] - you may be tempted to install MX on a Windows PC, laptop, or similar computer
*[[Updating MX to new version]] - Whether you have not updated for a long time, or simply wonder whether you are updating the easiest way
*[[Cumulus MX FAQ]] - A new FAQ for MX has been started at [[Cumulus_MX_FAQ|another page]]. As I add the link here, the Cumulus MX FAQ is in a mess, but hopefully someone will have time to sort it out.
*[MX Issues|Cumulus MX Known Issues]] article was based on [https://cumulus.hosiene.co.uk/viewtopic.php?f=39&t=12943 Steve Loft's forum post] so based on an early beta version of MX, and there has been minimal attempt to update the contents as MX has been developed further and come out of the original beta. <big>Anyone willing to check the linked article and do a further update?</big>
*[[MX Administrative Interface|Administrative Interface]]- all about the pages used for settings, correcting log files, and viewing your weather derivatives locally
*[[Cumulus_MX_Local_API|MX application programming local interface]] has been fully documented by the developer

Revision as of 04:23, 9 August 2021

This category lists all the pages that are relevant to MX, so is a good starting point.

  • There are pages in this category for all folders and files, used by MX
  • If you contribute a new page, add it to this category by quoting [[Category:Cumulus MX]] on your new page.
  • How to migrate to MX - For those still using the original Cumulus software

SOME KEY INFORMATIVE PAGES (FOR NOVICES):

SPECIALIST GUIDES (NOT FOR NOVICES):

PAGES THAT WERE CREATED FOR MX BETA: These were created in a rush when there was a threat that the support forum would close, they need a willing contributor to sort them into useful pages:

  • MX Issues Detailed known issues with 3.0.0 beta releases
  • Cumulus MX FAQ Was intended to be quick reference answers to frequent questions

Subcategories

This category has the following 5 subcategories, out of 5 total.