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Originally posted by motionman04: Quote: How can I access fdisk in mandrake linux so that I can make my windows xp partition unhidden? If you're talking about restoring the XP boot sector, You must do it from the XP install CD. This is how it's done: http://mepislovers.com/modules/ewbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=132&forum=4

Originally posted by Philipp: Quote: Originally posted by sapiens74: Quote: I don't like the new forum, and It aggravates me to post and read. Maybe you already noticed that I working currently on the forum software. Some massive updates are planned for the next 2 weeks. What do you not like on the new forum? Please post a complete list. I will try to implement every requested feature. You simply need to remember that most people liked the way the old forum operated.

They are suposed to be moving right along with the write part of access to NTFS, however, many of the sources that I've read think this is a 'very bad' idea which will never be entirely reliable. Use a NTFS format for everything except a small transfer volume. That works well in getting necessary files from Linux to Windows without much risk. Going the other way... There actually are a couple of Windows utilitys that will read linux ext2 files and last I checked they were working on one that will read ext3. I haven't looked at these in a while, so, I'll check the progress when I get a chance and get back.

Here is a report on a known working system: http://sdb.suse.de/sdb/en/html/laptop_daten_compaq_armada-1750.html As for the heat issue, the problems with cpu overheating is common to both desktop and laptops. Unfortunately laptops are a lot more problematic. Make sure that everything is 'clean'. All vents should be free/clean and the fan should be working. Any heat sink and/or fan on the cpu should be in good shape and secure to the cpu. Laptops tend to run hot anyway, so, all this is super critical.

Be nice if you told us what the resolution of your problem turned out to be ;-)?

That's the purpose of all these Questions. You cannot 'copy' the iso file to the CD. Instead you must 'burn the image' using the iso image option preferably with a program like Roxio or Nero. If you're seeing the iso file on the CD then you will not be able to boot.

Originally posted by bluesky64: Quote: and copied the .iso to the 3 disks. You mean you burned the iso to disk (I hope).

Recommended Resolution is 1280x1024@60Hz These LCD monitors don't require (or tolerate) the high frequencys that you need with a conventional monitor. Don't continue to run it at a high frequency!

This explains the problem that I ran across in several distros lately and the incompatibility I've seen with partition magic 8. Seems there's a 'serious' bug in Qtparted. http://www.mepis.org/node/view/2428

Originally posted by danleff: Quote: Do If you have NTFS for your Windows XP install, you must use PartitionMagic, not Qtparted. Trust me on this. Agree. 'Never' use a linux utility on a bootable nt/w2k/xp volume. Probibility of corruption is almost certain. Additionaly, Some recent Linux utilitys have been demonstrating extreme incompatibility with Partition Magic 8.

Originally posted by Mel: Quote: ??? kevjo_uk, Make sure you burn your ISO's at a low speed, no faster than 8x, I find 4x is best. Any faster can result in errors that will make your disks useless. Hi Mel, Haven't seen you in a while. I agree that you should back off on the speed, but, I usualy run my 42X at 32X and it works fine. I never get coasters. The limiting factor seems to be CDs that aren't rated for the speed, especially if you're buying them bulk. Also, if it's going to be an overburn, make sure you're using good media rated 700MB minimum. Hey, are you still running Mepis? You should try the new 2004.05. I've been running the beta3 for the last week. 2.6.4 Kernel, the latest KDE, iceWM, and Gnome running without any major problems.

Originally posted by Mel: Quote: ??? kevjo_uk, Make sure you burn your ISO's at a low speed, no faster than 8x, I find 4x is best. Any faster can result in errors that will make your disks useless. Hi Mel, Haven't seen you in a while. I agree that you should back off on the speed, but, I usualy run my 42X at 32X and it works fine. I never get coasters. The limiting factor seems to be CDs that aren't rated for the speed, especially if you're buying them bulk. Also, if it's going to be an overburn, make sure you're using good media rated 700MB minimum. Hey, are you still running Mepis? You should try the new 2004.05. I've been running the beta3 for the last week. 2.6.4 Kernel, the latest KDE, iceWM, and Gnome running without any major problems.

gkrellm requires a lot of the gk/gnome libraries as well as support from your MB/bios. I have it running on iceWm with gnome support installed. Sorry I can't help you with the rpm stuff. Now if you were using Debian... .

Ah... I was just going to suggest that. Probably better that you found it for yourself tho .

Originally posted by soulnothing: Quote: what exactly does it do besides system monotoring Well nothing really, but it sure does look hot ! Thanks for the tip guys. I'll have to post a screenshot later. Also, found a new one 'lshw.' gives you a printout of the whole system parameters. Not flashy, but, very useful.

I haven't fooled with it much, but the latest Gnome (and I think KDE) allows you to set up toolbars in odd configurations. The more I see of the new Gnome desktop, the more I'm impressed by it. Gnome seems to be trying for some true inovations. On the other hand, KDE seems to be more interested in duplicating the Window$ look & functions. I think it will be the way databases are handled and integrated that will finaly decide the winner.

I just installed the latest Mepis beta with the 2.6.4 kernel and it really kicks butt. Still need a little more tweeking, but, On my system everything works, it's entirely stable, and it really flys! I have KDE, Gnome, and iceWM all running nicely. For those of you with newer hardware and a little experence this is something you may want to try.

I'm sure that each of us has his or her favorite Distro. If you ask me, I'd strongly recommend Mepis. Dan will undoubtedly tell you Fedora. I think that all of the possible choices 'could' be valid, but honestly, If you're happy with Mandrake, you'd probably be best advised to stay with that for a while. Once you have more experience, then you'll be better prepared to make an informed choice.

http://www.sane-project.org/sane-supported-devices.html

And, in your case Dan, You are entirely justified. Also, you're more than competent in setting up and running your network. I Know you spent considerable effort and time in arriving at that solution. I only want people to be aware of that 'necessary' commitment, especially if a business' sucess may depend on it.

You don't just 'jump into' Linux. I think you would be wise to create a dual Boot so that you can begin to 'learn' if Linux is a viable solution for you. I have a similar setup. 1 desktop w/dual boot W2K & Debian, 1 desktop w/w2k and XP on the laptop. I like Linux a great deal. It's a very interesting and powerful system which is being developed at a breakneck pace and has vast potential. It is also still an 'expert' system. You really have to have more than average experience, understanding and ability to deal with hardware and OS in general. I'm an Engineer with Administration experience in everything from DOS through OS/2 and XP. I've been using Linux for about 3 years ... seriously for the last year, and, There is no way that I would use Linux for my main system at this point in time. M$ phobia aside, I certainly 'would not' recommend that you switch from a system that you are familiar with, and, appear to have entirely under control to one that you don't know and that will require 'considerable' effort to learn well. You are taking all of the appropriate security measures and I simply don't see any immediate benefit to you. Many in this forum may not like this answer, but it's the current reality.

The default prefs.js file in FireFox probably needs to be edited.

This gives some general guidelines: http://www.heatsink-guide.com/maxtemp.htm

Setting in the bios?... or pins on the MB? See if you can get a diagram & manual from Gateway. Also, You need to set the #of processors in 'devices' as I remember.

Originally posted by danleff: Quote: Be careful! The new versions of Knoppix do not support the knx-hdinstall method anymore. From the Knoppix hard drive install faq's; In which case there should be a link in the menus.