How do I start Xwindows from console?

bryand · 01-19-2003, 05:10 PM

I just recently installed Mandrake... but a friend helping me set it up (who turned out to know less than me) disabled Mandrake from automatically loading XWINDOWS. When I turn on my computer, it goes straight to the LOGIN prompt, but once I log in, it leaves me at a console prompt. I know where the option for automatically loading XWINDOWS is in Mandrake if I can only get back into the GUI. Anybody know what I should do?

MasterC · 01-19-2003, 05:14 PM

startx

login and then type
startx

Cool

jdc2048 · 01-19-2003, 08:32 PM

You may also need to create a ".xinitrc" file that has the window manager you wish to run in it. i.e. "gnome-session" or "startkde".

bryand · 01-19-2003, 08:41 PM

And how do I create that file??

.xinitrc?

jdc2048 · 01-19-2003, 08:46 PM

at the console, type "

Code:

vi .xinitrc

Then type "i" to get into insert mode, then type in the word "gnome-session". Next hit the escape button, then type to capital Z's (i.e. <Shift>+Z+Z). This should save the file and drop you out to the console again. If not, hit escape, then type ":wq", then hit enter.

next you would run the startx as Master LQ stated.

or for a one liner that would do it all, just use the following.

Code:

echo "gnome-session" > .xinitrc
startx

jdc2048 · 01-19-2003, 08:50 PM

Someone correct me if I am wrong, it is "gnome-session" isn't it? I use RedHat here.

MasterC · 01-19-2003, 10:51 PM

Nah, it's "fluxbox"

Just kidding of course

Yes, I do believe you are correct withe the gnome-session

Cool