SVX Network Forums Live Chat! SVX or Subaru Links Old Lockers Photo Post How-To Documents Message Archive SVX Shop Search |
IRC users: |
#1
|
||||
|
||||
Linux help?
Last week, I had the misfortune of my hard drive crashing.....
Since I lost my Windows XP Pro startup disk and everything, I don't have a Key that will go through the activation process, thus I will only have windows for about 15 more days before it locks up or whatever. Since I really don't want to spend 200.00 on a new Windows XP Pro disc, I was wondering if anyone knows anything about Linux? I'm running a Dell laptop with 256 mb RAM, 2.2 GHZ processor, and a 60 GB HD. If someone could point me to the right version of Linux to download, it would be much appreciated.
__________________
1992 Midnight Black LS-L - Sold 3/3/06 1991 Toyota MR2 - Sold 11/27/07 1992 BMW 325i - Tokicko Suspension |
#2
|
||||
|
||||
I haven't used it in years,
which makes my opinion obsolete, however, I am fond of RedHat.
__________________
"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence." '92 Dark Teal SVX LS-L, >146,000m 3 pedals, 5 speeds., restoration underway. 2012 Honda Insight, slow but cute. |
#3
|
||||
|
||||
how are compatibility issues? does it have any major ones?
__________________
1992 Midnight Black LS-L - Sold 3/3/06 1991 Toyota MR2 - Sold 11/27/07 1992 BMW 325i - Tokicko Suspension |
#4
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
__________________
"That which can be asserted without evidence can be dismissed without evidence." '92 Dark Teal SVX LS-L, >146,000m 3 pedals, 5 speeds., restoration underway. 2012 Honda Insight, slow but cute. |
#5
|
||||
|
||||
Hi,
I'm a Network Administrator and I use Linux all the time. At my company, all our critical systems run on Linux. It is a far better system than Windows, but you need to be a geek like me to get the best out of it. Have a look at CentOS: http://www.centos.org It's a copy of RedHat's Enterprise Linux, but it's free. PM me if you need any help. Phil.
__________________
Subaru ECU and TCU Website 1992 Alcyone SVX Version L 1992 Alcyone SVX Version L 1994 Alcyone SVX S40-II 2004 Subaru Legacy 2.5 SE Sports Tourer 1996 Subaru Legacy 2.2 GX Wagon 1988 Subaru Justy J12 SL-II |
#6
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
__________________
1992 Midnight Black LS-L - Sold 3/3/06 1991 Toyota MR2 - Sold 11/27/07 1992 BMW 325i - Tokicko Suspension |
#7
|
||||
|
||||
What are you using your laptop for? Do you need to continue to use MS Windows based programs?
b3lha, Please correct me if I'm wrong - I don't think any flavor of Linux has any type of emulation to be able to use MS Windows based programs, although there are many good free Linux based programs available that will do the same things as the MS Windows based programs. Also, laptops seem to need special drivers for touchpads, etc. that might not be included in a basic Linux build. You may have to do some searching. On a more positive note, you should be able to get a new install disk from Dell for minimal expense . . . as long as the laptop wasn't stolen. They'll ask you for the model number and serial number from the laptop to determine which disk(s) to ship out. Good Luck, Dan |
#8
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
thanks for the head's up. I will call Dell tommorow I guess
__________________
1992 Midnight Black LS-L - Sold 3/3/06 1991 Toyota MR2 - Sold 11/27/07 1992 BMW 325i - Tokicko Suspension |
#9
|
||||
|
||||
if it's a dell, you don't have to have the original disc to reinstall. all you need is any copy of the software. the cd key should be located on the bottom of your dell. all you have to do is call microsoft and read them the product id registration code on the screen to register it.
then again you could download a cracked version to install. |
#10
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
Depending on what your needs are (and the expense), it might still be worth while to get the install disks from Dell as they should include the applications that were originally sold with your laptop. Judging from your original statement that your hard drive crashed, I'm assuming you're starting out with a fresh drive full of zeros. Replacing the applications can be just as fru$trating as replacing the operating system. Dan |
#11
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
yeah, i'm running a cracked version of Windows XP Pro right now, but i've only got 14 more days until the activation runs out. It's been quite frustrating
__________________
1992 Midnight Black LS-L - Sold 3/3/06 1991 Toyota MR2 - Sold 11/27/07 1992 BMW 325i - Tokicko Suspension |
#12
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
Quote:
Quote:
__________________
Subaru ECU and TCU Website 1992 Alcyone SVX Version L 1992 Alcyone SVX Version L 1994 Alcyone SVX S40-II 2004 Subaru Legacy 2.5 SE Sports Tourer 1996 Subaru Legacy 2.2 GX Wagon 1988 Subaru Justy J12 SL-II |
#13
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
|
#14
|
||||
|
||||
Quote:
well, I tried to activate the key I got from a generator, but it won't go through. I have.....18 days left to activate it
__________________
1992 Midnight Black LS-L - Sold 3/3/06 1991 Toyota MR2 - Sold 11/27/07 1992 BMW 325i - Tokicko Suspension |
#15
|
||||
|
||||
I've played Hearts using WINE
__________________
David B. SVXipedia @ SVX-IW.COM -- SVX Information Warehouse 2.0 coming...eventually! Ebony 1992 SVX LS-L 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro 187k miles RIP (Rust In Pieces) 1993 SVX 5 spd Koni/GC Stebro Polyurethane bushings still available! |
|
|