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    Toshiba Satellite linux compatiable?

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by Odin5578, Jul 1, 2006.

  1. Odin5578

    Odin5578 Notebook Evangelist

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    Hey guys, I'm running a Toshiba Satellite A105.

    It has an Intel Celeron 1.6Ghz processor
    X200M ATI Radeon
    Atheros Wireless Card

    Is there a linux distro that can run on it? I tried installing Red Hat 9 and SuSE (older version I don't remember which) and neither would work. Red Hat would say it didn't detect a hard drive and SuSE would just freeze.

    I also tried running d***smalllinux and KnoppiXMAME and both would freeze at bootup during the hardware detection.

    I'm looking for a Linux distro that will force me to relearn how to use the comp :). I also have a C++ Programing hobby... so.

    Not really worried about games, I've just about given up on my X200M, plus now I have a Satellite Internet Connection and it's not good for gaming.

    So anyone got any advice or anyone ever tried to run linux on a Satelite A105?
     
    Odin5578, Jul 1, 2006
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  2. ZaZ

    ZaZ Super Model Super Moderator

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    I like Unbuntu, but I have not tried it on a Toshiba.
     
    ZaZ, Jul 2, 2006
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  3. gotgenes

    gotgenes Notebook Guru

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    I don't see that particular model listed on the Ubuntu Laptop Testing Team page, but give Ubuntu a try. It runs as a live CD, so you'll know if it will work with your notebook before you actually install it onto the hard disk. There are other live CDs you can try, but I suggest giving Ubuntu a try, first. It has a huge, very active community.
     
    gotgenes, Jul 2, 2006
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