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the inspiron 530s (barely a  year old) would it be safe to assume that if i keep the origianl backup image of vista that can be restored off the secondary partition from hitting the f8 could i wipe the C: drive and install the ubuntu image without any problems or is that me just being naieve?

It's easy to get wireless with Ubuntu(I use the latest). First you have to install “Ndiswrapper” from “Add/Remove” Applications, then go to Dell's website and download Windows drivers for your wireless card(XP version). Unzip it and look for 2 files: “bcmwl5.inf” and “bcmwl5.sys.” and put them on a memory stick. Go to “System” “Administration” “Windows wireless drivers” “Install new driver” and point it to “bcmwl5.inf” It worked flawlessly for me with the same wireless card.

This is VERY frustrating... I got Ubuntu going EXCEPT wireless. I would like a LiveCD with wireless for my 1720 w/1505 wireless. I've always hated windows and can't understand why I have to use it. I don't have to have ubuntu in particular, any distro that works is good enough. Please Dell... PLEASE help us with our laptops so we won't go with another brand!

Help please. If I buy an inspiron 1720 or 1525 with Vista but the same hardware as the Ubuntu version - i.e. Integrated Intel Graphic Media Accelerator X3100, Intel Pro Wireless 3945 802.11a/b/g Mini-Card, screen res WXGA+ (1440 x 900), (no bluetooth or other stuff) am I gonna be able to make a dual boot system using this remastered  Ubuntu 7.04 or 7.10, without too much hassle? Any help appreciated.

The only thing stopping me from buying a 1720 is the Windows Vista I am forced to purchase. Make it available with Ubuntu and you got a sale ;)
 

I purchased a inspiron 1420 from waltmart yestarday, (t5450, geforce 8400gs, wifi, bluetooth, 2gb ram, 120gb). I installed the remastered version of ubuntu today and everything works great except bluetooth and webcam.

For newbies, the first time you boot with linux, do it in safe mode (it worked for me), and the geforce can be installed very easy with a app called "envy" (http://albertomilone.com/nvidia_scripts1.html)

Now im trying to make work the bluetooth, and the powertop app from intel (http://www.lesswatts.org/projects/powertop/). The webcam isnt a top priority for me right now, i hope this can be fix it in newer versions of ubuntu.

One thingh, since a installed ubuntu, the inspiron work more cool. I hope this affect the battery duration too, i didnt tested it very long with vista because its sucks, the first time i turned it on, the vista os used 700 mb of memory for doing absolute nothing...

Gdc. 

What about XPS M1330, I recently  buy one and I will like to install Ubuntu but I am afraid about the drivers and others components that may not work in Ubuntu..

thanks.. 

hi every body

recently i purchased a new Dell inpiron 530n ...

can any body do me afavor for all the drivers for this Dell(operating system is win xpsp2) or full CD for the same drivers

thank you in advance

It takes ages to download. (More than 24 hours to wait, and I'm using a broadband)

Is there anywhere else I can download it in a faster pace?

I called the Dell Ubuntu support line to request a disc with a Dell configured version of Ubuntu and was told the discs they supply for the current dell models w/Linux would not work on my Inspiron 1705 - the systems are entirely different. And that there were no plans to work on an anything for my model.

Would an Inspiron 1720 be close enough to a 1705 so that if there is  an Ubuntu 7.10 configured to work on the newer 1720's  I might have some hope for a properly configured Dell with Ubuntu? Or does Dell just shine their  customers on who have such OLD (I just bought  this NEW in Jan '07) models?????

After my final confrontation with Windows I dumped XP and that sickly Vista upgrade in June '07 for  Ubuntu feisty 7.04 and love it. I works pretty well almost all the time - though there were a lot of problems at first. Downloading an Ubuntu 7.04  live CD configured for Dell computers from mylittleUbuntuGuide.org did make a difference but still required  tweeking.

Last week on this site I got the impression that 7.10 would be even more Dell friendly.

To quote one of the positive comments, "It just works" souded encouraging but now I am not so sure. 

I suppose I will wait but I wonder if  there is going to anything worth waiting for from Dell?

Hi.

 
Is there anybody that just tried this Remastered Ubuntu 7.04 on a Inspiron 1520? I tried the original version of Ubuntu yesterday, but when i start it i get "/bin/sh: can't access tty; job control turned off" error

Hi.

 I just (minutes ago) received my shiny new Inspiron 1720. I live in South Africa, so no linux preinstalled yet, but I am obviously going to run ubuntu instead of vista. It looks like some of the people are having trouble with this ISO.

 Do you think it is safe for me to install this remastered image on my I1720? What would be the best course of action as a brand new dell customer - I moved because of the possibility of having a supported linx for my laptop - would be nice to actually get it up and running!

 Thanks for the great steps forward in the industry.

Ivor
 

Thats Really Gr8 One!

I tried beta 7.10 and its releasing in 3 days and i works really nice and

with all Drivers on Dell 1420 machine

I m really happy with this release and i dont need to install any drivers from website(dell)

I Just works so waiting for real one JUST 3 DAYS TO GO!!! hahahahah

I got a Dell Inspiron 530S.

I ha instaled ubuntu 7.04 "Remastered" however I couldn't get nice screen resolution. My resolution is 1280x1024 is doesn't fit on the screen. Does anybody has fixed this problem?

Thanks,

Vernek.
 

I just bought an Inspiron 1720 Laptop, Windows Vista really got into my nerve rapidly, I'm a Linux guy, but because of the poor support with Ubuntu for this model I'm back with XP (for now), I think is a big step not just in the free software community but in the computer sciences advancement to have a vendor like Dell selling preinstalled Linux systems, so I congratulate you.

What I would really love is to have Dell supporting their laptops in such way they give us options (drivers), your hardware and service is great, don't push us to use Vista, give us at least in your Website the complete set of drivers for Ubuntu, XP and Vista so we can use your systems how we need them.

Also a special place on your Website with manuals to make this migrations would be great, I know there are big bucks involved, but listen to your customers and we will remain faithful to you, what will be benefitial to your company.

If the specific card or component vendor doesn't make drivers for Ubuntu/XP, buy to another one if you can, there are options out there and is time to change bets, thank you.

Please sell your ubuntu-dell in Italy.

30000 italian people are waiting to buy!

Haven't tried this yet, I will first thing tonight, but I just want to say I sincerely appreciate the effort even if I hit some snags, thank you for listening.

I installed ubuntu from the cd link given above on inspiron 1420.

I changed the desktop appearence, but as soon as i changed this setting everything hangs. Only the cursor is moving..

Also on rebooting, system hangs on the first screen after login..

Plz help me to cure this..

Is there any chance to have ubuntu on newer Dell machines like Inspiron 1720/1721 by default, please?

Why should I be forced to pay for a product (Windows Vista) that I don't want if I want to buy a Dell new notebook.

Cheers,

Cesare 

ATTENTION!!! =)

 I've tested a few different Live CD distros on my Vostro 1500 with no success at all. This one works when I boot into safe graphics mode. I know I have sound, touchpad, and keyboard; but I am unsure of just about everything else (I'm at work and can't test).

I'm a complete Linux newbie so I don't have any more specific information.

Thank you for your work on this respin. I would like to see Dell sell Linux preloaded desktops and laptops in Spain.

I work as a consultant on mostly Linux-only clients and this would make my clients happy and my life easier.
 

I have not bought a Dell Linux laptop, but I have to confess I'm really enthused by this new twist. An adapted version of Ubuntu for Dell laptops makes all users feel the support of the OEM.

This reduces the "cold feeling" of being alone against Linux (yes, there are forums, but they might be hard at times).

I really appreciate your work for users interested in Linux. I'll consider buying it soon, if you manage to bring it to the missing countries of Europe.
 

I just got a 1720 last week.  When I ordered, I did not know Linux was an option.  Has anyone tried to install the remastered version on a 1720?  I tried OpenSUSE, but the install program does not like something about the file format for some reason.  Anyone got any suggestions?

John

does this CD contain the drivers necessary for advanced desktop effects (Compiz) and 3d acceleration for games on the 1420N's built in intel video?

Congratulation to Dell, good job with the remastered Ubuntu Iso's. This month I bought Inspiron 1420 and is working fine. I am so glad to have a Dell with Ubuntu

Regards,

Dmery 

Thank you very much !!!!

Hope they will be offered in more European countries in the future. (*hint*)

John, ALSA support for the Intel HDA chips in your laptops is still somewhat random, as is the expresscard support. If Dell were to release a few more pieces of hardware specs, things would be sooo much simpler. See the below post

http://lists.us.dell.com/pipermail/linux-desktops/2007-September/000622.html

This  highlights why Dell chose ubuntu as their platform of choice.  I don't think platforms like Fedora and Gnewsense would allow their brand to be tainted with a default install with proprietary modules.

linux-restricted-modules-generic_2.6.20.16.28.1_i386.deb
linux-restricted-modules-2.6.20-16-generic_2.6.20.5-16.28_i386.deb

I guess that for the majority of ubuntu users, they dont use Linux for the freedom, they use it because its not windows.

Using proprietary or non free software sets us back a step, and lets vendors (like dell and whatever partners they have) think that this is OK in Linux.

 Poor form Dell, yay for shipping linux, boo for shipping proprietary modules.

I like the ability to purchase Dell computers without Windows and avoid all of the 'junk' that Dell throws in, because I'm just going to install a fresh copy of Vista anyways.

So I'm happy that Dell offers Linux as a choice (meaning I don't pay for the Windows license). 

It would be nice if Dell indicated that the machines available with Linux are fully compatible with XP and Vista for those that aren't really going to be using Linux anyways.

Thanks Dell.

Will this work for Dell Inspiron 1000? Could it support SiS 650 display card using XGL?

What is the difference between Dell Ubuntu and Ubuntu?

Thanks for the great job. 

Perhaps the hsfmodem driver could be included so those on dial up would be able to use the modem right away.

This is really great.  Dell's linux development has been pretty good on the enterprise side (look at dkms, for instance), and it's really very cool to see them reacting quickly and growing into the desktop space.

Thanks, Dell.  Y'all are doing a great job despite your upper echelon. 

Ubuntu is sweet on my old dell.. I prefer xubuntu release on slower pc's.

Jay

http://www.prankvideoz.com

Very good!

But pleaseeeee sell your ubuntu-dell in Italy, too!!!!

We are waiting to buy!

that's bloody great. good job Dell.  at least now we can get Ubuntu in Canada - even though it is not pre-installed directly.  My personal preference would be to purchase clean  Inspiron 530 w/o MS Windows so that none of my $ goes to B.Gates.  Can that be arranged?  Offering Inspiron 530 w/o windows at lower price?

I recently purchased an Inspiron 6400 in the UK - built 5th Sept. (and bloody excellent is it too!).

Do you know if the recovery partiton has this 'Dell tweaked' ISO, or is it the standard Ubuntu release?

Thanks, 

 Nick
 

For Kubuntu install (I'm a kubuntu user myself). Assuming you have broadband access, I would suggest

1. Use the modified ISO for installation.
   
2. Perform a light install of Ubuntu
3. After install, add "kubuntu-desktop" meta-package to get the kubuntu distro added

Any chance of a kubuntu version?

Some of us living in countries where factory configured Linux isn't available appreciate the effort.

So nice !

Now we can have an almost pre-installed, working out of the box Ubuntu Dell laptop worldwide available !

Thank you !