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    Linux with ATI mobility radeon HD 5850

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by Tree_Burner, Apr 15, 2010.

  1. Tree_Burner

    Tree_Burner Notebook Deity

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    I've heard that linux has had issues with ATI cards, I wonder if my new laptop will have issues with it (the MSI gx640 in sig). i've tried to fin info on the subject, but have been unsuccessful. any input? thanks.
     
    Tree_Burner, Apr 15, 2010
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    make a partion and try it.
    but yes i have had issues in the past with ati card under ubuntu
     
    Reaper05, Apr 15, 2010
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    i just checked the drivers for ati, they don't have any linux drivers for the mobility radeon 5000 series. does this mean there will be issues?
     
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    not necessarily. mobile drivers always lag behind in linux but that doesnt mean there will be an issue but i guess we will wait and see.
     
    Reaper05, Apr 15, 2010
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    Pitabred Linux geek con rat flail!

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    Pitabred, Apr 15, 2010
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