Debian/Lenny install hangs, at "retrieving file 811 of 811"

pixellany · 02-27-2009, 03:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by joespam

I had the same problem when using the ftp.us.debian.org package mirror (or perhaps via http). Switching to a different mirror solved the problem.

Me too--same mirror, same issue.

How do we report this and to whom?

brianL · 02-27-2009, 04:32 PM

If anyone in the UK is having this problem, try using the mirrorservice mirror, that went without a hitch for me.

bestombes · 02-28-2009, 10:01 PM

On my third mirror with no luck. What does the Laptop option install that the Standard Desktop does not?

joespam · 03-01-2009, 09:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pixellany

Me too--same mirror, same issue.

How do we report this and to whom?

I don't know if it will do any good, but I send a message regarding the problem via the "contact us" at ftp.us.debian.org.

t-legiaw · 03-01-2009, 09:32 AM

the same happened to me with the german debian mirror ftp.de.debian.org

Vostro 1310 Laptop on retrieving 810/810

dora · 03-01-2009, 10:06 AM

The same thing happened to me about one hour ago with the ftp debian mirror in Switzerland. I switched to another server and the install went well. I'm configuring things as we speak.

Padiamon · 07-04-2011, 02:56 PM

Installation stops at this step because network adapter is available and it is
connected to internet for checking the latest software version from ftp site.
So if Networking become disabled, the problem is solved, and there is no way to check for update
and the installation resumes without internet connection. try enable connection when OS installed completely.
Hope this helps.

EDDY1 · 07-05-2011, 02:20 AM

It can't be solved in that manner as the network adapter doesn't disconnect while downloading or retrieving the file.
Debian doesn't remove packages or prepare until the packages are downloaded.
Also the original poster has to mark as solved.

Debian may stop a download for dialog though.

Padiamon · 07-05-2011, 02:27 PM

i've tested installing debian-6.0.1a-i386-CD-1 image file
which stops at this step of checking for updated version of packages.
in my situation it was for internet connection which was configured automatically
through wizard , but when i postponed setting of network configuration then
i found that this step ignored checking for updated packages and continued
the installation using packages included in the image file and finished successfully.
In addition i mentioned the post reply as solved for it was solved for me,
but i think you're right, it would be better if it was left for the poster
to tag the post as solved.
thanks.

EDDY1 · 07-05-2011, 09:24 PM

Quote:

i've tested installing debian-6.0.1a-i386-CD-1 image file
which stops at this step of checking for updated version of packages.
in my situation it was for internet connection which was configured automatically
through wizard , but when i postponed setting of network configuration then
i found that this step ignored checking for updated packages and continued
the installation using packages included in the image file and finished successfully.
In addition i mentioned the post reply as solved for it was solved for me,
but i think you're right, it would be better if it was left for the poster
to tag the post as solved.
thanks.

I beg to differ as with cd installation if there were no network connection you would only have installed a terminal, you can however elect not to update though.

cynwulf · 07-08-2011, 06:52 AM

I think what Padiamon is saying is in effect - if you physically disconnect the network during a typical install from CD1, the installer will not find an active connection and will disable the repos - this can be a good thing if you're installing from out of date installation media. It's then a case of completing the install offline (without installing the DE obviously) then enable your repos, connect the network, update and install what you want.

But... this thread is over two years old in case anyone cares...