Ask for suggestions for hardware to use. You should use this tag in questions asking for advice relative to hardware compatability and preferences.
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Which Ultrabook, will work fully with newer versions of Ubuntu?
Which ultrabook/brand should I take to expect it to be the most compatible with the new versions of Ubuntu?
I am considering buying an Ultrabook transformer (pc/tablet, such as Sony Tablet Duo, Dell ...
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Which dock station delivering power + external monitor would work with 13.04?
As mentioned in many other posts, USB 3.0-dock stations (with DisplayLink3000) do not work with Linux and I seem to understand there is no hope to have it working soon.
I have myself a new Dell XPS13 ...
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How to buy preinstalled Ubuntu laptop or other Linux laptop? Possible online?
I am trying to categorize threads where people are just trying to get a Unix laptop or a Linux laptop. It means the laptop is designed to work with Unix or Linux with freedom-respecting way: without ...
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12.10 installation problem
I have been trying to install 12.10 version of Ubuntu on my 1GB powered 160 GB AMD sempron 64 bit processor, without a graphic card.
The entire procedure seems to occur with ease till the end except ...
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Is Dell Inspiron 15R Special Edition compatible with Ubuntu?
I want to buy a Dell Inspiron 15R Special Edition. On ubuntu.com, it says that Dell Inspiron 15R will work properly. But the special edition has some special issues.
I will list the hardware:
3rd ...
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Best video cards for 3 monitors?
I am looking to purchase a new video card and I want to run three LCDs side-by-side.
I normally would buy NVidia, but from what I have read, ATI is the leader in multi-monitor with their Eyefinity ...
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Linux Compatable Mobo [closed]
Are any of these compatible with Linux?
http://www.microcenter.com/product/408926/B75MA-P45_LGA_1155_B75_mATX_Intel_Motherboard
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Planning to buy laptop, want to install Ubuntu on it, any limitations?
I'm planning to buy a laptop and want to install Ubuntu on it,
are there certain hardware types which Ubuntu doesn't work on?
I'm really no hardware expert, I assume I won't buy anything from Apple ...
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Ubuntu Server 12.04 hardware support
What is the hardware support like for Ubuntu on servers? Can I install ubuntu 12.04 on any server and expect everything to work?
In particular, I'm looking at SuperMicro servers (model: SM ...
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What wireless mice work well with Ubuntu? [closed]
I'm in desperate need of a decent comfortable mouse that will give me maximum performance on Ubuntu. I'm looking at a wireless Microsoft mouse, but I am concerned it will not work effectively with ...
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Will Ubuntu run on an AMD 6 core processor and ATI graphics card? [closed]
I'm building a computer with AMD 6 core process and its respective motherboard takes ATI or Nvidia as graphic cards, Ram 32GB, HDD 2x3TB, usb2.0/3.0 ports. I want to know if I'm correct by saying ...
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Is hardware support for the Lenovo G580 laptop really that bad?
I am planing to buy a Lenovo G580 (59-324061) laptop. I found it is the best laptop in that price range. However, if I Google it for support in Ubuntu, I see many people complaining about driver ...
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Ubuntu Version for Toshiba Satellite Model No.: C850-I0012
I need to know which latest Ubuntu version does Toshiba Satellite Model No.: C850-I0012 support.I am from India and also provide me the links to download its drivers if any.
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Which ATI/AMD, or Intel, or NVIDIA Graphics for Unity? [duplicate]
I really want to know which one of them better for running Unity 3D or GNOME 3 Shell. I'm specifically interested in this for desktop, not laptop, computers.
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What digital camera is compatible with Ubuntu 12.10? [closed]
I want to buy a new digital camera for putting photos on Facebook, but what cameras are compatible with Ubuntu 12.10?
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Ubuntu on 2013 iMac 27" with Fusion Drive?
I know I could trawl the internet for information about how well the iMac 2003 runs on Ubuntu but every time I bought a new iMac all the problems everyone had where non existent, possible as we get ...
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Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon support
I am considering selling my Mac to get money towards a Lenovo Thinkpad X1 because what I really want to do is to be running an Ubuntu system all the time.
Is this machine completely supported in ...
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Linux on EVGA Stinger Z77?
So, I was thinking about purchasing this motherboard.: http://www.goo.gl/BBmGE
But will it run Linux?
It says it supports Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows 8.
I was thinking that it ...
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Will Ubuntu spin down harddrives in an RAID 10 array?
I'm about to buy parts for a new home server and I'm planning on using Ubuntu(perhaps 12.04 LTS)
For the OS, I'll use an SSD.
For cold storage(big files, rarely accessed), I'm planning on setting up ...
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What do I do when bad sectors are reported?
Ubuntu says I have bad sectors on my laptop (186 of them to be exact) and sometimes can't even boot - I'm running a live CD now. Is it the end for my HD?
If yes, any recommendations for a good laptop ...
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AMD Athlon II x2 270 performance
I want to buy a new PC. I want to know how does this CPU works fine on Ubuntu.
It's an AMD Athlon II x2 270.
I'm not asking for a review. I just want to know if it works fine on Ubuntu, because I've ...
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Recommend me a serious work PC spec [closed]
Can someone please recommend me a PC spec for serious work purposes. I am not asking for shopping advice, I am just asking for recommended spec details. Once I have the spec details, I can go and ...
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Can this spec do smooth and lag free flash?
I'm about to buy the following spec:
CPU: Intel Core i3 2100 3.10 GHz
RAM: 16Gb 1600MHz
GPU: 2x GT 430 1Gb
Ignoring the RAM which I need for VM's and the 2x GPU's which I need for 4 monitors. My ...
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Will Ubuntu run on a System with ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard
Will Ubuntu (with latest stable kernel from source if neccessary) run on a System with ASUS P8Z77-V DELUXE Motherboard?
I could not find any hints by asus itself, but from the debian hardware ...
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What are some tablets that can run Ubuntu?
I can't believe I'm actually asking this, but what are some good, cheap tablets that can run Ubuntu? I'm considering getting a tablet, but I don't really want an expensive one like an iPad. And I love ...
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Looking for a cheap laser mono printer (for home usage) that works perfectly?
Nothing much to add to the title... For "perfectly" I mean:
No proprietary driver install (works out of the box)
Full featured driver: duplex printing (if supported by the printer), adjustable ...
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Are there any good USB 5.1 or 7.1 channel sound cards that work in Linux?
I'm trying to get a sound card that will plug into a really new Mini-ITX board. That leaves me with PCIe or USB, and PCIe cards seem to be expensive, crappy, and they required expensive riser and ...
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Where can I find information about ubuntu compatible or certified hardware/PC models?
I am buying a new desktop PC in early 2013, anyway this question should apply to someone intending to buy a new laptop/ultrabook as well.
This machine is not meant for gaming, and if I ocasionally do ...
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Support for hardware components
How can I find out if Ubuntu supports a particular hardware component, that is, if it works in Ubuntu?
I am going to put together a computer and I am choosing components.
How do I know if Ubuntu ...
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Current status/known issues for DELL XPS 15z?
I'm planning on buying a Dell XPS 15z laptop. I was wondering what is the status for running 11.10 on it? Are there any known issues that might be difficult to solve (specifically regarding ...
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High end mobile workstations with pointer stick
I am looking for a list of higher end mobile workstations that run Ubuntu/Kubuntu well and also have a hardware pointer stick.
Here's an illustration of one (from sciencesurvivalblog):
I wouldn't ...
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Lenovo IdeaPad Linux compatibility
Does anybody know if the Lenovo IdeaPad V570-1066AJU Laptop is Ubuntu compatible?
It has terrific specs (i5, 6GB, 750GB hd, HDMI and good-looking screen) for the 600$ price, but I want to make sure ...
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What usb wifi adapter can be used to watch streamed movies without disconnecting every 10 mins?
I currently use a USB wifi adapter with chipset Realtek RTL8192SU.
It works with no extra drivers to install in Ubuntu 64 bit 11.04. Under a light load it works fine. But when trying to watch ...
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Does the Intel 320 SSD work out-of-the-box?
I am a non-techie person, so I will ask my question in plain English: I have a ThinkPad T510 with a SATA II, 3 GB interface. I am thinking about a new drive and installing a 12.04 ISO in April. The ...
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Samsung RV420 is compatible with Ubuntu?
I would like to know if the Notebook Samsung RV420 is compatible with Ubuntu 11.10. The processor is a Core i3 2310M with 4GB of RAM.
The hardware works properly with Ubuntu?
Anyone has this model? ...
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Can anybody recommend a wireless PCI card working out-of-the-box in Ubuntu 12.10 (64bit)? [closed]
I have recently bought new desktop. Everything works flawlessly in Ubuntu 12.10 64bit, except my (kinda outdated) wireless PCI card Realtek 8185. So I am about to buy new one.
Please can you ...
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Old laptop for Ubuntu home server: powerful enough?
It's main use will be:
Torrents and other downloads
Storing files (everything, from jpgs to big ISOs) from multiple Ubuntu, Android and Windows systems (more than 7)
Streaming 1080p video files ...
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Will a laptop with hybrid HDD + SSD run Ubuntu?
So my ol' X71SL is starting to show its age and as much as it saddens me, I think I'll need a new daily driver and I am very intered in the Asus UX32VD.
I intend to dual boot if I end up buying it, ...
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Who makes laptops for Ubuntu?
I'm looking for a laptop and would like to avoid the whole 'is this [specific configuration of hardware] compatible with Ubuntu?' process by finding a laptop manufactured with Ubuntu in mind.
I know ...
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What Document Scanner should I buy?
I'm searching for a scanner which helps me to turn my invoces and other random papers into pdfs. I need Linux support because I do not own a Windows/Linux device and using a virtual machine is not a ...
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Ubuntu where to start (newbie) [closed]
I was a hardcore windows user for years. I already tried Ubuntu 12.10 by using wubi. But in my exerpience, the wubi version is feeling a bit too much as a virtual machine version of ubuntu, and I ...
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Recent notebooks incompatible with ubuntu?
I'm thinking about purchasing a laptop. Since without Linux it would be for me a worthless object, let me ask the following:
Are there recent note- or ultrabooks that cannot support Ubuntu 12.10 ...
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Motherboard For Ubuntu 64bit [closed]
Im looking for a cheap Ubuntu 64bit compatible intel socket1155 µATX motherboard when used with a celeron processor.
Have asked from many places and gotten no answer.
Example: ...
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Building small Ubuntu server - What hardware is recommended? [closed]
There are many of us who need to build small Ubuntu server.
Problem is that in some countries it is hard to find and quite expensive to buy server motherboards and processors. And when one is ...
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Linux-compatible laptop [closed]
I am planning to replace my current laptop (Dell Inspiron with Core II Due) with a new one. When I bought my current one Dell was the best choice as a Linux friendly machine, and I am using it as my ...
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ubuntu 12.10 based server build [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Where to find information about ubuntu compatible or certified hardware/PC models
i am planning to build a server providing the following functionalities:
- File Server
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What gaming keyboard(s) will work with Ubuntu?
I've been looking at gaming keyboards to use on my 11.04 Desktop.
Microsoft has a few popular ones (e.g., Sidewinder X4, X6), but the programmable function keys appear to be unusable without the ...
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Does all hardware of a Thinkpad Edge E525 work
I would like to buy a new computer in the next days. The Thinkpad Edge E525 (AMD A6-3400M with AMD Radeon HD 6520G, product number 12002JG) is in the pole position, but I did not find a review how the ...
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Ubuntu friendly Pedometer without cloud enforcement (data must be local)
Can you recommend me a Pedometer for Ubuntu?
no cloud enforcement
no online account on web interface
data local with local software for analysis
Does Nike Fuel Band, FitBit and others work on ...
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Good Atom Based Tablets that run Ubuntu?
I'm starting a software project for a company that will deploy on tablet computers. They want to stick with Intel processors so they are looking for a good tablet that runs on an Atom processor. I ...
