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megahost
February 17th, 2009, 02:20 AM
hey I've gotten to the base part of the installation. I've gotten to 70-80% of the download, and i get this message. please insert the disc labeled: Ubuntu-Server 8.10 _intrepid Ibex_- Release i386 in drive /cdrom/ and press enter. I downloaded the server from the ubuntu website. I've been successeful with installing it on other computers, but not this one. Please help

spiderbatdad
February 17th, 2009, 02:27 AM
looks like a problem with ubuntu recognizing the cd/dvd drive in this machine. Is it possible to temporarily switch it? You may be able to work around with th minimal install disk...or perhaps a boot option (F6 key at start up window) and using something like acpi=off.

megahost
February 17th, 2009, 02:34 AM
Thanks im trying the other drive right now