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javier10132
July 15th, 2009, 05:25 PM
My previous attempt to install Linux software was an utter [failure]- and I honestly could say I had little idea of what I was doing; I was attempting to install Xubuntu on an old Dell Latitude laptop and during installation I got an error saying I didn't have enough hard disk space. I booted Windows to delete some old files to save space, and when I re-booted the CD my laptop had somehow installed as a dual-boot system (which, on an old laptop like that- would make it slower). I attempted to remove Linux from my system and eventually my Hard Drive just gave up, and I couldn't boot onto either one.

I have a newer laptop with these specs: Intel Pentium M processor 1.60GHz 589 MHz, 1 GB of RAM. The name of my graphics card is Intel 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller, and the model of my laptop is Dell Latitude D400. I'd just like to know if I can run Ubuntu on my computer, and what I could do to prevent any catastrophic mistakes like I made in the past, because next time I might not be so lucky..

zerhacke
July 15th, 2009, 05:54 PM
Yes, Ubuntu will install and run on your machine. However, given your slower CPU speed, I suggest looking into Xubuntu, as it has lower system requirements than Ubuntu or Kubuntu.

javier10132
July 15th, 2009, 06:03 PM
Ok great thanks, do you know any tutorials on how to succesfully install Xubuntu so I won't mess up like the last? :l

mikewhatever
July 15th, 2009, 06:03 PM
You should be able to install and run Ubuntu on that machine without issues, provided there is enough disk space. Follow the installation guide (https://help.ubuntu.com/community/GraphicalInstall), and backup your files just in case. If, for some reason, your system becomes unbootable, use a live cd to access the forums and post a help request.

raymondh
July 15th, 2009, 06:07 PM
Ok great thanks, do you know any tutorials on how to succesfully install Xubuntu so I won't mess up like the last? :l

are you wanting to sole-boot or dual boot?

EDIT : I type so slow. Mike's right. The install guide should help. If you wish other set-ups (i.e. separate /home, etc) post back.

javier10132
July 15th, 2009, 06:30 PM
Thanks for the help guys, and you mentioned that I need a sufficient amount of space-
well I have a 60 GB Hard Drive with 45 GB free space, and do you guys recommend dual booting on my system?

shicy
July 15th, 2009, 06:37 PM
absolutely :D

javier10132
July 15th, 2009, 06:41 PM
Thanks!

javier10132
July 15th, 2009, 06:43 PM
are you wanting to sole-boot or dual boot?

EDIT : I type so slow. Mike's right. The install guide should help. If you wish other set-ups (i.e. separate /home, etc) post back.

Dual Boot, last time it just installed on it's own without giving me options.

raymondh
July 15th, 2009, 06:45 PM
and do you guys recommend dual booting on my system?

My thoughts:

- If one OS fails (or gives me trouble), I have another to back me up and keep me productive.
- If I virtualize and the host OS crashes, neither can I access the guest OS
- I will dual-boot only if I have enough space in my HD

Your preference really. I always believed that dual-booting is best until you are ready to single-boot Ubuntu (or comfortable with Virtualizing).

Happy Ubuntuing.

raymondh
July 15th, 2009, 06:54 PM
Some tips:

-Read the release notes.
-Back up your files.
-Defrag windows before dual-boot install
-Burn the iso, image as slow as possible
-Boot into the liveCD and check for defects and hash
-Try the liveCD in live session to see how it reacts with your system specs' and hardware
-Read up on install references and have a go.

If you are installing Ubuntu:

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Ubuntu_OEM_Installer_Overview
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=500020
http://www.ubuntupocketguide.com/index_main.html

Good luck.

javier10132
July 15th, 2009, 06:59 PM
Some tips:

-Read the release notes.
-Back up your files.
-Defrag windows before dual-boot install
-Burn the iso, image as slow as possible
-Boot into the liveCD and check for defects and hash
-Try the liveCD in live session to see how it reacts with your system specs' and hardware
-Read up on install references and have a go.

If you are installing Ubuntu:

https://help.ubuntu.com/community/
https://help.ubuntu.com/community/Ubuntu_OEM_Installer_Overview
http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=500020
http://www.ubuntupocketguide.com/index_main.html

Good luck.

Thanks for the tips :p