[lug] Install 'Linux' on a used (i.e. refurb/cheap) Pentium computer: need help/advice

[Lori R]

Newer versions (12.04 and greater) of Ububntu will reportedly not boot on
hardware that does not support PAE, the same may well be true for Debian.
This link may help.

http://www.webupd8.org/2012/05/how-to-install-ubuntu-1204-on-non-pae.html

Other than that, there's little any of us can do without knowing more
specifics about the hardware and software in question.

FWIW, I've made a few visits to Action computer and have never been
impressed with their prices or service.

-- 
Lori Reed
http://www.Lightning-Rose.com
http://som3000.sourceforge.net



On Sun, May 12, 2013 at 8:52 AM, Paul Condon <pecondon1 at gmail.com> wrote:

> I have done this type of install before, but a long time ago. Now.
> everything I try fails. Because I thought I knew how to do it, I haven't
> asked for help. too proud? too embarrassed?
> I purchased a used computer from Action Computers in Arvada. The people
> in the store said that they did not support Linux, but, based on my
> previous experience, I thought what support do I need? So begins a long
> journey. Much too long to fit in an initial post to this list. Much too
> unbelievable unless the reader can see and touch the hardware. I have
> many install CDs burnt on
> various dates from iso images of Debian at various stages of
> development. Does the Debian install process no longer work unless one
> uses some special new secret sauce?
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> When and where is the next Install Fest? I hope it is soon.
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