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    8800m GTS vs Ubuntu

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by Kamin_Majere, Aug 5, 2008.

  1. Kamin_Majere

    Kamin_Majere =][= Ordo Hereticus

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    Does anyone know how i would go about getting my 8800gts to work with ubuntu. I've got everything else working on my 6860-fx (ubuntu comes with SO much that it was even better than plug and play)

    But for the life of me i cant figure out how to get the driver for the 8800gts to install.

    Viewing everything at 800 x 600 res is beginning to drive me slowly crazy

    Thanks for any help you can give
    K_M
     
    Kamin_Majere, Aug 5, 2008
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    I'm using Kubuntu right now, but did you go to Admin>Restricted Driver Manager and check the 'enable' box by your vid card? then it will download and install
     
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    mcfaddenator Notebook Consultant

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    Turn on proprietary drivers? My friend has a 6860 too and he's using Ubuntu. I'll ask him tomorrow.
     
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  5. Kamin_Majere

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    Yep, thanks all. All i needed was the Nvidia Unix drivers and everything is working beautifully now. I love all the graphic options the fusion has. Its freaking sweet.

    Thanks again for everyones help!
    K_M
     
    Kamin_Majere, Aug 5, 2008
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