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    Laptops and Linux

    Discussion in 'Linux Compatibility and Software' started by maigrey, Apr 20, 2005.

  1. maigrey

    maigrey Newbie

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    I'm trying to select a replacement laptop for college that would run Linux. I'm told that Toshibas are good; but we could use some more alternatives. We are looking for 2Ghz processor, 512RAM, 40GB hardrive, nice video card, probably a 15" screen, wireless, ethernet, CD/DVD drive, under 8 lbs., ~$1399, BUT any advise about which manufacturer is best would be appreciated!
     
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  2. rfortson

    rfortson Notebook Consultant

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    I know nothing about Linux, but I know a bunch of people at this site (http://www.r3000forums.com/viewforum.php?f=15&sid=608d2bf7980a4941104475ef9db7710b) are running Linux on their HP ZV5000/Compaq R3000 machines. I'm sure others run it as well, this just happens to be the one I know about.

    Russ


    HP ZV5000z
    Athlon 64 3000+
    512mb RAM
    60gb 4200rpm HD
    nVidia G0 440 64mb
    DVD-RW/CD-RW
    1394, 5-in-1 card reader
    15.4" wide screen
    802.11 b/g w/Speedbooster
     
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  3. Hubi

    Hubi Newbie

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    Hi,

    I have ASUS Z71v and I've installed :
    1) PLD Linux
    2) Mandrake Linux 10.1
    3) Windows XP Prof.

    I use grub as system loader.


    Hubi

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    Hubi, Apr 26, 2005
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