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I was wondering if anyone has experience running Ubuntu (or any other Linux) on Intel's NUC computers?

I was not able to find any reports on linux running on this device, only windows 7/8.

Thanks!

Update: And what about Thunderbolt support in Ubuntu/Linux? I have found some posts form May2012 mentioning problems. So, what is the state with Thunderbolt nowdays?

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Since, Intel's NUC devices basically uses Intel core i3 processors, which are well supported by Linux and Ubuntu, Ubuntu should be Ok on these devices. Also, note that there is nothing special in Windows to be eligible for running on an architecture, where Ubuntu can't.

Here is also an article saying the same thing

Microsoft's Windows 7 and Windows 8 is supported as is the Ubuntu Linux distribution meaning most users are catered for. - source

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OK, at least you found a site mentioning Ubuntu Linux. I did not. Anyway, maybe there is someone who can report of succesful Ubuntu experience on NUC? – JordanK Jan 19 at 18:42
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Yes. I have Linux Mint running on a NUC DC3217BY. It flies!

The only thing I haven't got working at this stage is Thunderbolt. Everything else works fine (even from a Live USB before install). Even Win 7 needed more drivers and updates to get everything working.

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Go to

http://intelbettertogether.com/default/Public/English/NUCWhitepapersGuides.aspx

and download a PDF document with title: Building an Intel(R) Next Unit of Computing Personal Computer on the Linux Platform.

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