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    Wubi problems

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by McLuvin, Feb 9, 2008.

  1. McLuvin

    McLuvin Notebook Guru

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    I want to install Wubi on my Vostro 1400 and after the *ugh*12 hour install*ugh*...it always crashes on first boot. I get the Ubuntu screen with the orange loading bar, but it says my "server x failed to load"...I want to try something new, but not permanently like if i were to install Ubuntu direct...

    Thanks
     
    McLuvin, Feb 9, 2008
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  2. John B

    John B Notebook Prophet

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    Try the Ubuntu LiveCD....no need to install to use it.
     
    John B, Feb 9, 2008
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  3. McLuvin

    McLuvin Notebook Guru

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    CDs are so cumbersome though...

    I'm downloading the ISO right now to burn a copy for a Boot CD

    But on the Wubi problem, could it be a driver issue?

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    McLuvin, Feb 9, 2008
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