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July 9th, 2008 07:00
how to install Linux on Dell XPS 1530 ???
Hi,
I just ordered a Dell XPS 15.4" laptop. I'm studying the Bachelor of IT and so, learning Linux is part of my study.
Can someone tell me the instructions of installing Linux on my laptop ? I never use Linux OS and heard that there are many distributed versions for Linux, though, Ubuntu and Fedora are arguably the best. I already downloaded both versions as iso image files. What distributed version would you like to suggest for a completely novice like me ?
I surfed around some Linux websites and saw that I've to create partition to have a dual boot, can I get your advice for how much size I should create partition on my HDD for Linux ? Can I expand that partitioned size later when I need ? (media and playing games will likely be running in window, and that's the only reason I purchased XPS; Linux is mainly for education purpose only).
Sorry for my English and even a piece of your advice would be grateful.
thanks in advance
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mgph
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July 9th, 2008 09:00
Very great and detailed explanations...I'm really appreciate your advice and will definitely keep in mind to do the instructions you mentioned asap when I have my ordered Dell.
many thanks
I found this website useful...and mean to share
http://apcmag.com/how_to_dualboot_vista_with_linux_vista_installed_first.htm?page=1
PhillyFloyd
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July 9th, 2008 09:00
;-)
If you are using it for studies/school I would suggest Fedora...you will have the advantage(s) of a larger development community as well as a wider breadth of developkit tools. Ubuntu is really for those who just want a plug-and-play alternative to Windows and aren't going to hack away...granted there are exceptions (not trying to offend anyone).
That said ... yes if you have Windows pre-installed you will need to repartition your hard drive...I would do this sooner rather than later since you will benefit from the quick/needless defragmentation. I would still disk defrag your harddrive to make sure all is well and good. Then the easiest I think is to download a Knoppix ISO and burn it to CD/DVD or USB. Boot into Knoppix by placing the CD/DVD or USB into the proper media slot and rebooting...hit F12 on reboot to enter the ONE TIME BOOT MENU and then select the drive you have the media inserted into.
Once into Knoppix open a terminal and su to root (su -) you won't need a passwd. Run gparted which is a partition editor. You can then resize your Windows partition making FREE SPACE available for the upcoming Linux install. You can search for how to dual boot a Windows and Gnu/Linux environment on google easily, and tis might help you a little more.
The other advantage of doing it sooner rather than later is you won't have any custom configurations in place that would cause grief should things go awry and tey get wipped out.
Google and forums are going to be your best resource...
http://www.google.com/search?num=50&hl=en&safe=off&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial&hs=bXW&q=dual+boot+Fedora+and+Windows&btnG=Search
google search above
PhillyFloyd
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July 9th, 2008 21:00
Keine Probleme!
Keep us posted how you like it...
alfred12
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July 16th, 2008 08:00
I am running Mandriva 2008.1 Spring PWP
Mandriva would have one of the best partition tools, which comes up during install. It's a fully GUI driven tool.
I was able to resize the Vista Ultimate partition without loss of data and add the "/"(root) partition plus my "/home" partition.
I now have Mandriva + Vista Ultimate + Media Direct in the Gub boot menu.
Just a couple of issues, which I am still trying to resolve:
The APLS Touchpad has issues during booting. When firing up the mouse is close to uncontrollable. This is not an Xorg.conf issue.
Same with the wireless "wlan0".
The temporary fix is...setup Kpowersave (for KDE) and set "hybernate to ram" when lid is closed.
Then I just close the Lid and wait for it to go into power save. Once done, re-opening the lid and loggin in, will give me a perfect working touchpad, including wlan0. Even scrolling works.
GkrellM reports the proper GPU temperature and the THM temperature. Also reports proper CPU's usage, both CPU0 and CPU1.
I haven't got the media card slot working yet, despite that Mandriva porperly sees and recognises it.
Bluetooth works once configured.
DVD playback via Kaffeine and once libdvdcss2 is installed.
Volume up+down+Mute works out of the box on the panel, including the remote, but stop+Play+forward+backward does not.
Eject on the panel also works fine.
Also during install the Video is the wrong ratio..4:3 instead of 16:10.
Easily fixed in the GUI config. "MCC" by choosing 1680:1050 in both, the Monitor and resolution.
Haven't tried burning CD's/DVD's yet, but considering that Mandriva actually employs the Author of "K3b".