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Hello, I have an old IBM Thinkpad that has 32 Mb RAM, 3Gig HD, and a PI 166mhz processor. I tried to run DSLinux from a live cd, but it ...
  1. 09-15-2007 #1
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    Thinkpad PI Distro?

    Hello,
    I have an old IBM Thinkpad that has 32 Mb RAM, 3Gig HD, and a PI 166mhz processor. I tried to run DSLinux from a live cd, but it freezes up.

    Any recommendations on a Linux Distrobution to install as my main os? The computer would just be a Linux learnin machine.

    Thanks ahead of time!
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  2. 09-17-2007 #2
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    Hi fightingfish !

    Welcome to the LinuxForums.

    Which Graphics Card do you have? Check this Poll on lightweight distros.
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  3. 09-17-2007 #3
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    Thanks for the welcome!

    The graphics are: Trident Cyber9385

    The model is ThinkPad 760XD
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    Its a Graphics Card problem only. You have to configure it manually.
    Do you have good internet connection?
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    I have internet on my desktop pc. The laptop I want to run linux isn't online. Thanks for your help so far!
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    In that case, try Puppy Linux. Check this Poll on lightweight distros.
    If its possible to connect your Laptop to Internet then I would suggest you Debian Netinstall. It will work pretty fine on your Lappy.
    Debian Netinstall + any lightweight DE or WM.
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    Thanks devils_casper!
    I got puppy linux to run on this laptop dinosaur.
    Now to start learning how to use it!

    You've been a great help, I really appreciate it!
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    I am glad to help you.
    Most of Desktop Distros are GUI oriented and one can do almost everything with mouse clicks. But its good to learn a few basic linux commands. I would suggest you to check linuxcommand.org.

    Have fun with Linux !!
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