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Old 09-04-2004, 01:16 AM   #1
Jengo
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Need some help, about to attempt a Stage 2 Gentoo Install


Well guys... im heading to gentoo, cause it sounds so easy and great once you get it installed... i hope im making the right choice...

any tips before i install in the morning? dont worry, i will print out the monster 30pg manual. but are there any tips?


 
Old 09-04-2004, 02:54 AM   #2
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Nope.. not really. Just read the manual carefully so you don't forget anything.
 
Old 09-04-2004, 12:36 PM   #3
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You might want to read "The woes of Gentoo" thread in this forum.
 
Old 09-04-2004, 03:34 PM   #4
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Make sure if you run etc-update to check etc/fstab after!Just follow the handbook and you will be fine,copy this link It can come in handy links2 http://www.gentoo.org/doc/en/handbook/handbook-x86.xml to view the handbook and install at the same time,I is well worth the effort when you get done the sky is the limit.
 
  


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