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    Ubuntu 8.10 on Dell XPS

    Discussion in 'Dell XPS and Studio XPS' started by beto113, Nov 4, 2008.

  1. beto113

    beto113 Notebook Consultant

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    Anyone using ubuntu that could report hows the OS are running on it??

    Im asking it because the previous version at least with my 1330, the OS has a terrible battery life, and also kept the fun running on full speed at all times

    And before going for it id like to know if anyone have a positive review in this situation.

    all the best Beto
     
    beto113, Nov 4, 2008
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    vinumsv MobileFreak™

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    I have Ubuntu in my xps m1530 and never faced any issue mate :rolleyes:
     
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    how long do you get from the battery out of the box?

    ps: 6 or 9 cells?

    cheers
     
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    9 cell and it gives me around 3+ hrs of battery life
     
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    so no problems with drivers or whatsoever? Does the remote work?
    Actually did you notice that something doesnt work propertly or it cant be installed?

    Thx
     
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    good... this version still so poor in managing battery/ performance. I know if you squeeze you can beat out ...Vista, but for a out-of-the-box config still terrible. i have a 9 xps 1330 and normal using (internet + wireless) and some basic things i can get 5h+, i believe i can get aroud 6h if doing some hardcore mod though... now contrasting this results against ubuntu make ubuntu looks yet not ready for a mobile market. i know, as i said before, its possible to install some apps that helps but a good default config still lacking specially for really basic users.

    btw: dont get me wrong i like ubuntu and i support the open source community

    anyway thx
     
    beto113, Nov 4, 2008
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