Linux Install Issues

Kupo · 04-15-2007, 12:38 AM

I have recently returned to linux, and have upgraded my machine since i last used it. ive tried installing fedora core 6/debian/unbuntu and all seem to crash on the graphical installation, can do text install fine, but whenever it involves the x engine it seems to just freeze, my pc specs are
dual sli 7800gt, opteron 165, DFI Expert, 2gig corsair, 1 WD 80g, 1 WD 300g
ps: debian just freezes on language selection
pss: my assumption is that linux isnt liking my sli setup so it is freaking out? going to try just a single card

Junior Hacker · 04-15-2007, 04:19 AM

Good assumption,
Can you list your hardware in a more understandable format that doesn't force others to enter the items in Google to find out what they are, there are millions of different types of hardware, not everybody has a complete list on a sticky taped to the monitor. Chances are you'll attract the right audience with clear descriptions.

Kupo · 04-15-2007, 09:20 AM

2x EVGA nvidia 7800 GT 256mb
motherboard: dfi sli expert with nforce4 chipset
ram:corsair twinx 1gig x2
hard drive: Western digital 80 and 300gig

im going to try installing nvidia drivers from commandline, hopefully that will fix..

Kupo · 04-15-2007, 09:28 AM

issue resolved from driver install,
now how do you add a user? all i have is root and installer diddnt ask for one on text install, forgot commands

Junior Hacker · 04-15-2007, 10:11 AM

Good
First thing that came to mind when I saw "nforce4 chip set" was an issue someone else had not too long ago, that's a newer chip set. Most distributions have an administration section via main menu where you can add users/groups. You can also do it from command line with command:

Code:

adduser larry

Code:

useradd larry

Either one should work to add larry as a user. Then you will be asked to enter a password and a few other questions.