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Installing Puppy Linux on a separate, partitioned USB drive

I never heard of Etcher. Why not just use the dd command?

Posted 02-09-2024 at 06:03 PM by jr_bob_dobbs
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Posted 04-26-2023 at 05:18 PM by jr_bob_dobbs

Asus T100T & Linux

Thank you beachboy2.

I was/am in the middle of trying different permutations of code as recommended by colorpurple but I suspect there is a problem with the notebook, and your suggestion re the WiFi might be the answer. However, I have a problem. Where and how do I enter the network key? I can only enter the bios and grub on the notebook with or without the live USB. So I can't seem to be able to open a terminal window.

I had deleted Windows 10 ages ago so my Notebook is like a carcass which I have to revitalise!

Posted 03-25-2023 at 08:08 PM by RenH RenH is offline

Ryzen shine, again! (Ryzen 5 5600G)

mrmazda,

That Asus B560 looks a very nice board.

I take your point, but in this instance only a fairly basic board was required.

A higher spec rig for gaming etc would definitely require a board with more fan headers and ports.

The main point of my blog is to make users aware of the potential pitfalls with the supplied BIOS version on the motherboard and the Linux kernel version when using the AMD 5000 Series CPU.

Posted 07-30-2022 at 02:42 AM by beachboy2 beachboy2 is offline

Updated 07-30-2022 at 05:33 AM by beachboy2

Ryzen shine, again! (Ryzen 5 5600G)

Unlike the Gigabyte B550M DS3H and Gigabyte B550 Aorus Elite, the Asus B560M-A I bought for my i5-11400 provides three video ports, 1X DP & 2X HDMI, allowing all three outputs supported by the i5-11400 to be used simultaneously:

Code:

# inxi -GSaz --vs
inxi 3.3.20-00 (2022-07-27)
System:
  Kernel: 5.15.0-25-generic arch: x86_64 bits: 64 compiler: gcc v: 11.2.0
    parameters: BOOT_IMAGE=/vmlinuz root=LABEL=<filter> noresume
    ipv6.disable=1 net.ifnames=0 mitigations=auto consoleblank=0
  Desktop: Trinity v: R14.1.0 tk: Qt v: 3.5.0 info: kicker wm: Twin v: 3.0
    vt: 7 dm: 1: TDM 2: XDM Distro: Ubuntu 22.04 (Jammy Jellyfish)
Graphics:
  Device-1: Intel RocketLake-S GT1 [UHD Graphics 730] vendor: ASUSTeK
    driver: i915 v: kernel arch: Gen-12.1 process: Intel 10nm built: 2020-21
    ports: active: DP-1,HDMI-A-1,HDMI-A-2 empty: HDMI-A-3 bus-ID: 00:02.0
    chip-ID: 8086:4c8b class-ID: 0300
  Display: x11 server: X.Org v: 1.21.1.3 driver: X: loaded: modesetting
    unloaded: fbdev,vesa gpu: i915 display-ID: :0 screens: 1
  Screen-1: 0 s-res: 2560x3720 s-dpi: 120 s-size: 540x785mm (21.26x30.91")
    s-diag: 953mm (37.51")
  Monitor-1: DP-1 pos: primary,bottom model: Acer K272HUL serial: <filter>
    built: 2018 res: 2560x1440 hz: 60 dpi: 109 gamma: 1.2
    size: 598x336mm (23.54x13.23") diag: 686mm (27") ratio: 16:9 modes:
    max: 2560x1440 min: 720x400
  Monitor-2: HDMI-A-1 mapped: HDMI-1 pos: primary,top model: NEC EA243WM
    serial: <filter> built: 2011 res: 1920x1200 hz: 60 dpi: 94 gamma: 1.2
    size: 519x324mm (20.43x12.76") diag: 612mm (24.1") ratio: 16:10 modes:
    max: 1920x1200 min: 640x480
  Monitor-3: HDMI-A-2 mapped: HDMI-2 pos: middle model: Samsung built: 2009
    res: 1920x1080 hz: 60 dpi: 305 gamma: 1.2 size: 160x90mm (6.3x3.54")
    diag: 184mm (7.2") ratio: 16:9 modes: max: 1920x1080 min: 720x400
  OpenGL: renderer: Mesa Intel Graphics (RKL GT1) v: 4.6 Mesa 22.0.1
    direct render: Yes

Plus, my Asus has a USB-C port. When I was shopping last December, I couldn't find a Gigabyte with more than 2 video outputs plus USB-C, or I probably would have bought it instead.

Posted 07-30-2022 at 02:31 AM by mrmazda mrmazda is offline

The initramfs will attempt to resume from /dev/sda2..Set the RESUME variable

thanks for the tip

saved my bacon

Posted 06-11-2021 at 12:46 PM by nutronix

Contemplating building a new Linux PC? It’s time to Ryzen shine!

pizzipie,

I initially used Ubuntu 20.04 MATE, followed by Linux Mint 20 MATE.
The Vega 11 graphics are perfect on both.

I was referring to the Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN controller for a wired connection via ethernet cable, nothing to do with wifi.

According to the manufacturer the BrosTrend 1200Mbps Linux USB WiFi Network Adapter should also work on 5G.

Try contacting BrosTrend:
https://www.brostrend.net/

Best wishes, beachboy2

Posted 09-18-2020 at 04:21 PM by beachboy2 beachboy2 is offline

Updated 09-19-2020 at 05:09 AM by beachboy2

	Contemplating building a new Linux PC? It’s time to Ryzen shine! pizzipie, Glad to hear that you found my blog helpful. Good luck with your build.
	Posted 08-31-2020 at 11:38 AM by beachboy2

	Contemplating building a new Linux PC? It’s time to Ryzen shine! Thanks beachboy2 what a great article. I have never built a computer before and don't know much about hardware. I have been looking at the internet for a week now trying to figure out how to start and bingo I came across your POST. Thanks, R
	Posted 08-29-2020 at 05:10 PM by pizzipie

The Holy Grail for Linux users.....a USB wifi adapter that works “out-of-the-box”!

The best pcmcia card I have ever bought that is plug and play with any Linux connection manager with newer kernels than 3.4 on my old rigs is

Quote:

The EZ Connect™ N Pro Draft 11n Wireless Cardbus Adapter (SMCWCB-N2) is another cutting edge introduction in 2.4GHz wireless communication for notebook computers. Designed for the home and ofﬁce, this wireless cardbus adapter provides the speed, coverage and security expected by today’s wireless users. The SMCWCB-N2 is Wi-Fi CERTIFIED™ for full compliance with the 802.11n draft v2.0 standard, as well as the popular Wireless-G (802.11g) and Wireless-B (802.11b) standards. This next generation Cardbus Adapter utilizes advanced MIMO (Multiple-In, Multiple-Out) technology to deliver incredible speed and range. With wireless speeds up to 300Mbps and up to 11x the coverage, there is enough bandwidth to simultaneously stream video and audio, play online games, transfer large ﬁ les, make VoIP calls and surf the Internet. With security being a key consideration, SMCWCB-N2 supports the latest WPA andWPA2 wireless encryption standards, which prevent unauthorized access to wireless networks and ensure data is secure.

They are not easy to find since wireless N and pcmcia are not widely made because wirless usb is the fad and norm now a days. Here is picture of one.

picture link

I cannot comment on other wireless N pcmcia cards because I only own wireless G in other brands. Which is usually the norm for pcmcia. I just figured if anyone with a pcmcia slot on their laptop might be interested in this response.

Another nice thing about that card is it's low profile sitting in the slot. On a dual slot pcmcia laptop. One can still have room to install a second card if they wish in the other slot. Like usb, fire-wire, cf & SD card reader. I am pretty experienced in making a older panasonic CF-48 or IBM T-23 still be functional in today's modern internet world.

I'm not a breadline dude. Just a tinkerer.

Posted 08-01-2017 at 08:35 AM by rokytnji rokytnji is offline

The Holy Grail for Linux users.....a USB wifi adapter that works “out-of-the-box”!

This has worked well for me. The installation CD is for Windows and not used for Linux. I simply unplugged my Ethernet line and started up my computer with the WiFi dongle in the USB port. After I logged in, I clicked on my WiFi icon and selected my network. I then put in my password; and I was in. The speed of the connection was not noticeably slower than the hard wired connection. I rebooted the computer to see if I would have to go through the process again; but I didn't have to do anything. I just clicked on Chrome, and I was connected. Thanks again to beachboy2 for sticking with me over several posts.

Posted 07-27-2017 at 04:02 PM by LesBarrett LesBarrett is offline

Updated 07-28-2017 at 01:27 AM by LesBarrett

Installing WordPress on a Linux (LAMP) Server

Useful WordPress Plugins: wordfence

Good Job!

Posted 03-16-2017 at 11:26 AM by Habitual

	Linux Made Simple-A FREE Guide for Beginners Thanks for this beachboy. I will be borrowing/stealing/using your blog post links on a Windows/Mac forum I moderate at. If it helps convert 1 computer user from the dark side. It will be worth the effort.
	Posted 02-13-2017 at 06:49 PM by rokytnji

	Preserving your existing Home partition when installing a new distro TxLonghorn, You are correct. I must admit that I was assuming that most people now use ext4. I have modified the blog accordingly. Thanks.
	Posted 07-15-2016 at 01:37 PM by beachboy2 Updated 07-15-2016 at 01:52 PM by beachboy2

	Preserving your existing Home partition when installing a new distro nobahn, Yes, the home partition and settings such as single click, bookmarks, Documents, Pictures etc are all saved.
	Posted 07-15-2016 at 01:36 PM by beachboy2

Preserving your existing Home partition when installing a new distro

This is all sound advice, and thanks for the contribution.

I have one little warning to add. If you follow this:

Quote:

For sda3 (existing home partition):

It is essential to make some changes. Do NOT ignore it, otherwise your home partition will not be preserved.

Highlight the partition, click on Change, select Leave the size the same, select Use as: ext4, do NOT click on the box for Format the partition. Leave the format box empty.

it will work just fine - if your /home partition is already formatted as ext4.

However, if your /home partition is ext3, selecting Use as: ext4 will format the partition. The only way to prevent the formatting from happening is to chose the same format as the existing format.

Posted 07-13-2016 at 10:22 AM by TxLonghorn TxLonghorn is offline

	Preserving your existing Home partition when installing a new distro beachboy2-- So if I'm understanding you correctly, then it is possible to save your settings from your previous installation without having to manually install the previous settings.
	Posted 07-13-2016 at 09:27 AM by nobahn

siduction tips for beginners!

Why run Siduction when you can just run Debian Sid with a KDE desktop?

Posted 05-25-2015 at 04:20 PM by mralk3

thanks for the tip