[SOLVED] newbie: how to install xorg

xiongnu · 12-12-2015, 10:27 PM

hi,

i installed slackware base system from downloaded iso image 14.1CD1. however i'm not sure how to install xorg from command line. I read the installation and configuration guide on Slackware website but couldn't find related info. tried 'installpkg xorg' from command line but it couldn't find xorg.

coralfang · 12-12-2015, 10:49 PM

Try using 'slackpkg'

eg;

Code:

slackpkg search xorg

Code:

slackpkg install xorg-server

or manually download the packages you want from a slackware mirror, and install them using 'installpkg'.

ReaperX7 · 12-12-2015, 10:51 PM

Unfortunately, there's no clear cut answer for this. We only are able to accurately support Full/Complete installations of Slackware because of the fact so many libraries end up as dependencies between packages, especially for X.

My suggestion would be to try and reinstall with the complete software set for Slackware to get what you want. Yes, it adds a lot of software, but a complete installation is what is recommended due to the dependencies involved.

xiongnu · 12-13-2015, 12:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coralfang

Try using 'slackpkg'

eg;

Code:

slackpkg search xorg

Code:

slackpkg install xorg-server

or manually download the packages you want from a slackware mirror, and install them using 'installpkg'.

thanks!

when i run

Code:

slackpkg install xorg-server

, i received:
awk: error while loading shared libraries: libmpfr.so.4 cannot open shared object file: no such file or directory.
bash: no: command not found

xiongnu · 12-13-2015, 12:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReaperX7

Unfortunately, there's no clear cut answer for this. We only are able to accurately support Full/Complete installations of Slackware because of the fact so many libraries end up as dependencies between packages, especially for X.

My suggestion would be to try and reinstall with the complete software set for Slackware to get what you want. Yes, it adds a lot of software, but a complete installation is what is recommended due to the dependencies involved.

i have slow connection at home, trying not have to download full set of installation media, only get what i need (base+xorg+icewm etc)

Didier Spaier · 12-13-2015, 12:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xiongnu

thanks!

when i run

Code:

slackpkg install xorg-server

, i received:
awk: error while loading shared libraries: libmpfr.so.4 cannot open shared object file: no such file or directory.
bash: no: command not found

This is because awk (used by slackpkg) needs libmpfr.so.4 as a dependencies. However this file comes from mpfr shipped in the l/ series that you did not install.

So, mount your CD e.g. as /mnt then do;

Code:

installpkg /mnt/slackware/l/mpfr*txz

After that you will be able to use slackpkg.

You are lucky, l/mpfr is on the CD 1

moesasji · 12-13-2015, 03:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xiongnu

i have slow connection at home, trying not have to download full set of installation media, only get what i need (base+xorg+icewm etc)

I would second the advice by Didier here as you don't yet seem aware how to look for the dependencies if you don't install the complete Slackware system. Although what you want is definitely straightforward to do on Slackware, but it takes a bit of trial and error. For that reason it might in your case be better to start with Salix as the base. They have figured the dependencies out for you, while still being compatible with Slackware.

psionl0 · 12-13-2015, 03:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by xiongnu

i have slow connection at home, trying not have to download full set of installation media, only get what i need (base+xorg+icewm etc)

I have had to cope with diallup connections in the past. It still proved quicker to download the entire ISO than to download individual packages and then spend the next few days/weeks trying to figure out which packages I was still missing.

Didier Spaier · 12-13-2015, 03:44 AM

At least install what you have on the CD 1, especially the L series.

You were advised to do that during installation, by the way, as you should have seen a dialog that says:

Quote:

SELECTING PACKAGES FROM SERIES L (Libraries)

Please confirm the packages you wish to install from series L. Use the UP/DOWN keys to scroll through the list, and the SPACE key to deselect any items you don't want to install. Keep in mind that many of these libraries are required by KDE or other parts of the system. It's safest to install all of these packages even if you aren't sure if you need them. Press ENTER when you are done.

TIP: there is an easy way to install a whole series of packages after an initial installation. For instance to install the L series, mount your CD, as /mnt, then type:

Code:

cd /mnt/slackware/l
sh install-packages

See the file /mnt/slackware/l/install-packages to know more.

You will be presented the same dialog to choose which package to install from that series as during installation if you chose the "menu" or" expert" installation mode. But again, do not uncheck anything, install everything from that series.

colorpurple21859 · 12-13-2015, 04:16 AM

Quote:

i have slow connection at home, trying not have to download full set of installation media, only get what i need (base+xorg+icewm etc)

What did you download? For a base download will need A Ap L N X. This will give you a working base system with networking and Xorg. Slackware doesn't do package dependency checking, that is up to you, that is why it is recommend to do a full install.

bormant · 12-13-2015, 09:46 AM

There is an easiest way to install a whole series of packages after an initial installation. For instance to install the L and X series:

Code:

# mount /dev/cdrom /mnt/cdrom
# cd /mnt/cdrom/slackware*
# upgradepkg --install-new l/*t?z x/*t?z

ReaperX7 · 12-13-2015, 10:05 AM

Downloading only what you think you need is not what Slackware aims for. Slackware is a complete system.

Distributions like Arch, Debian, etc. are what you are looking for.

If you need a full Slackware disk and you have a Dial-Up or other slower connection, consider the option of purchasing a DVD set to help support Slackware development.

orbea · 12-13-2015, 12:00 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ReaperX7

Downloading only what you think you need is not what Slackware aims for. Slackware is a complete system.

Distributions like Arch, Debian, etc. are what you are looking for.

Neither arch nor debian aim for that. Debian is all about aiming for the lowest common denominator, it assumes you are an idiot and as gives its users broken and over complicated tools to hold their hand while packaging is made far more complex than it ever needs to be, increasing the gap between end users and developers.

Arch is all about using the latest and "coolest" software no matter the consequences.

Slackware is simple and effective, just that given its legacy it takes a lot of effort to learn how to remove everything you don't want. Which is also a great learning experience and not really a negative at all, but if someone really wants to only use only what they want or need by default then they should probably use lfs or sourcemage.

xiongnu · 12-17-2015, 02:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by psionl0

I have had to cope with diallup connections in the past. It still proved quicker to download the entire ISO than to download individual packages and then spend the next few days/weeks trying to figure out which packages I was still missing.

thanks! I installed everything on cd1 and downloaded DVD image and installed 'x', 'xap' series as ppl suggested. now I have a functional x with 'TWM'.

i'm new to slackware, it feels quite different comparing with other distro such as debian and FreeBSD - in those distros, I could just install what I need (base+x+icewm/xfce).

marked thread resolved.

ReaperX7 · 12-17-2015, 06:03 PM

It is a different type of distribution. Slackware is a complete system that doesn't have the problems of other distributions.