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    Linux with panasonic let's note series

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by randomBuyer, Jun 28, 2011.

  1. randomBuyer

    randomBuyer Notebook Enthusiast

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    I am wondering if anyone uses linux with panasonic let's note notebook? I am interested in the S10 model that just releases but will need to use linux for my work.
     
    randomBuyer, Jun 28, 2011
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    nomnex Newbie

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    I do. I live in Japan and I use Fedora LXDE on Let's note PCs. S10 is an excellent notebook. I would wait (am waiting) 2012/04 for the intel ivy cpu let's note serie.

    You can read a review about the latest B10 here ???????blog?: Ubuntu11.04 Beta1 with Let's Note B10???? (the user had some problem with the screen resolution using Ubuntu beta 1).
     
    nomnex, Jul 7, 2011
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    randomBuyer Notebook Enthusiast

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    Thanks. I am trying to decide between the S10, Toshiba R731, and the lenovo x220. One thing that I like about the x220 is I can customize to have english keyboard (free of charge) and window (free of charge again) plus the international warranty. The S10 would come with a 3-yr warranty (restricted to Japan). Have you experienced any problems with your Let's note PCs so far?
     
    randomBuyer, Jul 9, 2011
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    nomnex Newbie

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    Look here for a review (use Google translate)

    ???? ThinkPad vs Let's note???

    Toshiba: you can't be more against Linux than them. I will never use their notebooks.

    Linux: Panasonic usually offers a good compatibility. They use standard components, but you are alone fixing your stuff (unless if you speak Japanese). Lenovo has a bigger English user base. They also provide bios update for Linux users.

    My take: Let'note
     
    nomnex, Jul 12, 2011
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    theZoid Notebook Savant

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    theZoid, Jul 14, 2011
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