I have used Linux in the past but have always had to return to Microsoft because of hardware incompatibility. My hobbies are amateur radio and photography, the latter causing most problems. I have a Minolta Dimage Dual Scan SCSI negative scanner, a Nikon Coolpix 5400 digital camera (USB), Jessop USB Compact Flash card reader, UMAX Astra 1200U USB scanner, Epson Stylus Photo 830 USB/Parallell printer and a HP Laserjet 4L parallell printer. I use a built in USB amplified and powered hub to expand the ports. I am concerned about this hardware working and have looked at a number of sites that were recommended for compatibility checking. I am no wiser and would appreciate some assistance. I don't mind buying a new flatbed scanner to replace the Umax if necessary but due to high costs, cannot afford to replace the other items. I was considering either SuSE or mandrake. Any help appreciated.
Ian