Questions about laptops in relationship to Ubuntu. Common subjects are trackpads, batteries and wireless cards.
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Switched to Compiz for OpenGL on Xubuntu 12.04, now laptop screen doesn't turn on after a suspend
I recently added the CompizConfig settings manager to resolve screen tearing while watching full screen video (it worked! no more tearing!) but now every time I close the laptop screen and the system ...
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Memory card reader no longer works
I'm running Ubuntu 12.10 on my Dell Inspiron 9400 laptop. The built-in 5-in-1 memory card reader used to work in Linux, but now it won't detect my SD card. It still works in Windows 7 though. I don't ...
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Ubuntu 12.04 on older Compaq runs very slow and freezes on downloads
How can I either fix my Laptop to run 12.04 or downgrade to the older LTS distribution?
The computer is barely usable now. It is set up dual-boot with Windows 7 which runs OK.
Any ideas?
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Laptop Touchpad Error
I'm currently running ubuntu 13.04, although i still had the issue with ubuntu 12.10. My touchpad keeps not responding to clicks, whether it is tapping the touchpad or clicking the button. If i leave ...
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how to install wireless driver for my old laptop hp dv6 1340ej
its connected to the internet and all fine but its very and slow and I've tried almost everything with some terminal commands and I got some improve but still slow compared to the internet win I login ...
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Problems with connection laptop to TV via HDMI
Sorry for my English. I am from Russia.
Laptop - Compaq presario cq61. Ubuntu 13.04
TV - Panasonic - VIERA TX-PR42C11
I need connect my laptop to TV via HDMI. When I had proprietary driver nVidia I ...
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Why is ubuntu crashhing my laptop
Im new entirely to any form of linux OS, and i just installed the newest version of ubuntu onto an old laptop formerly running vista 64 bit. currently, when i start up, the ubuntu logo has a bunch of ...
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Laptop Battery Issues
I have an older laptop (Sony Vaio VGN-C140G) which I converted from Windows XP to Ubuntu. I had originally installed 12.04, upgraded to 12.10, and am now running 13.04. Under none of these versions ...
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Samsung laptop functions under Ubuntu 13.04
I recently bought a new Samsung 350E laptop and it's great. However some of it's functions are not working well under Ubuntu (unlike Win7).
Fan is running constantly, while it's mostly silent under ...
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I have a Asus G55V laptop and I was wondering which Ubuntu Version I should go for?
As the title says, I have a Asus G55V laptop and I was basically wondering which Ubuntu version I should go for. A year ago or so was the first time I decided to try Ubuntu, I had a different laptop ...
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Why Ubuntu is less popular than Windows? [closed]
I usually see PC and Laptop advertisements recommending windows.
I was just wondering why Ubuntu is less popular than Windows?
Anybody know?
If yes...
Then answer my question.
Thank you.
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Change screen resolution detection timeout
I'm using a KVM for using two laptops.
One is connected to Ubuntu 12.10.
The problem I have, is that every time I switch to the other PC, Ubuntu changes the resolution back to the integral laptop ...
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Ubuntu 13.04 laptop screen no working
I have a HP dv4-2040br and upgraded from Ubuntu 12.04 to 13.04 and the laptop screen stopped working. I got back to the 12.04 and it came back and when I reinstalled the 13.04 it stopped again. An ...
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How/Where do I get Ubuntu Drivers?
I have an Acer Aspire 5745 laptop with all it's stock hardware, when I install Ubuntu 12.04.2 via windows installation it works, except for the drivers. There are no drivers installed, and I have ...
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Sony Vaio keyboard backlit [duplicate]
How to make keyboard backlit on Sony Vaio S-series laptop to work with Ubuntu or LinuxMint?
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(Xubuntu) - How to turn off Laptop screen while external screen is connected
Hi I just installed Xubuntu on my Laptop, now I want it to disable the laptop screen as long as the external screen is connected. But when I disconnect the external monitor I want the laptop screen to ...
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What are some good Ubuntu-preinstalled computer companies?
So I recently stumbled on a few companies that sell desktop/laptop computers, specifically System76, ZaReason and ThinkPenguin. Are there any other companies specializing in Linux, preferably Ubuntu, ...
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Alternative to Jupiter Applet
Wondering if anyone knows of any alternative to the Jupiter applet that stopped being actively developed? I found this, but it's all I could find:
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Is it possible to stop laptop's battery from charging?
I use Dell Inspiron N4030 laptop. In win7 I was installing Dell Battery software that it was showing battery status and providing a tool for stopping it from charging(when it's connected to AC power)
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How to fix black screen after install nvidia driver?
I got a new laptop (Asus G75VX) with a Geforce G70MX card.
I installed Ubuntu 13.04 on it and it works, but when I try to go and install the Nvidia driver from the update system, when I reboot there ...
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Ubuntu 13.04 freezing on Samsung laptop that ran 12.04 and 12.10 fine
I have had the same laptop for over a year, always with the latest Ubuntu installed, with no problems, until a recent upgrade to 13.04.
The simptoms
Every 5-10 minutes, a noticeable lag in user ...
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When I play music on my ubuntu 13.04 Dell XPS 13 FHD laptop the sound plays through the headphones and speakers at the same time
I tried the settings mention in this topic:
Headphone jack not working?
but with no luck.
The first thing i tried was to edit analog-output-headphones.conf but when i did that, i could no longer play ...
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The mouse is frozen on my user but is fine in guest session?
Hi there when I am in my user the mouse completely freezes as soon as it loggs in (the keys still work) But the mouse is fine when I am logging in or use the guest session?
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Is it possible to install Ubuntu on a Chromebook?
Is it possible to install Ubuntu on a Chromebook? If so, what are the minimum system requirements? Will Ubuntu preform as well on the Chromebook as on a Windows laptop?
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whats the best ubuntu os version for this specs [duplicate]
This will be my first to try this OS and so i want to try it on my old laptop..
and this is what it have:
Memory: 2gb Graphic Card: Sis mirage 3 sis 672 series 128mb
processor: Genuine ...
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Can i run Ubuntu on a very old laptop?
Hi!
I just started using Ubuntu and I need some help.
I have a 1GB Compaq Evo N610c laptop with 40GB of hard drive space and runs on Windows XP. It is approximately 11 years old and I just want to ...
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Brightness control on Toshiba P855-30D
This seems to be a recurring question, but none of the solutions I found here and there seem to work for me. So here are the facts:
Toshiba Satellite P855-30D
Nvidia 640M
BIOS 1.50
Ubuntu 13.04 64 ...
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Unity touch desktop environment on touchscreen laptops
I own a thinkpad twist which is a touchscreen convertible. Is there any way to install the unity touch desktop environment on this?
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Will ubuntu download on my laptop? [closed]
I just downloaded Ubuntu onto CD. The problem is that I am in Japan and when I downloaded it, the site knew I was in Japan and it downloaded in Japanese. I have had the CD in my laptop for 3 hours and ...
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How can I tell if my computer has bluetooth?
How can I tell if Dell Inspiron laptop has bluetooth in Ubuntu 13.04?
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Dell XPS 15z (L511z) - Ubuntu 13.04 - Short Battery Life… Any help, ideas, or mods?
I presently have a Dell XPS 15z (L511z) (+ 240GB SanDisk Extreme SSD Upgrade).
I also have Ubuntu Gnome 13.04 installed. My BIOS is at the latest version.
I have the following power-related packages ...
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External screen detected but not working on DisplayPort connection
I'm running up to date Raring on my Thinkpad X220 and stumbled upon weird problem.
I can connect to an external 24 inch DELL U2312HM external screen using DisplayPort cable.
I tried the same ...
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which ubuntu 13.04 32bit or 64bit to choose? [duplicate]
My notebook Configuration:
laptop k40ae
amd athlon(tm)ii dual-core m320 2.10 Ghz
2Gb ddr2 ram
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installation problems Ubuntu 13.04 and or 12.04
Can not get 12.04.2 LTS or 13.04 to install passed the "Prepare to install Ubuntu" step. Screen goes black thin fills up with "[ 4248.028011]" followed by numerous groups of numbers and letters...
HP ...
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How do you make a copy of wine to a dvd?
I am trying to make a copy of wine to a dvd so that I can put it on my laptop. Does anyone know how to do this?
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Ubuntu 13.04 won't boot up Hangs at purple screen
So after many months, I decided to completely remove windows 7 from my laptop and replace it with ubuntu. Unfortunately, I got the common error of getting a hanging purple screen upon boot up. I ...
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How do I get my laptop not to lock up every time I close the lid in Ubuntu 13.04
Every time I close my laptop lid, Ubuntu 13.04 will lock up. I have it set in the Power settings to do nothing for when I close the lid on both battery power and when plugged in, yet when I do close ...
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Auto Boot after Power Failure - Laptop
I'm using a laptop with lubunut on it for a project I'm working on in a remote location. I chose a laptop because of the batter already attached and the frequent power outages. Most power outages are ...
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Does it make sense to create swap partitions for new installations nowadways?
For a desktop installation in a new and shiny laptop (let's say 16gb ram and ssd hd), does it make sense to have a swap partition?
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LAN not working while laptop on battery
My wired LAN is not working when my laptop is on battery - anyone out there who knows where to look for a solution?
Strange thing is, that the LAN port is not entirely switched off, as there's light ...
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Laptop Nvidia Bumblebee clarification
So this is partly clarification (to help future users) and partly questions to make sure I understand what's going on.
Recently attempted to make the switch from MacOSX to Ubuntu as I can't afford ...
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What do I do if the ubuntu 13.04 doesnt install on my windows 8 pc? [duplicate]
i would start the install and then it would tell me that it failed and it isn't giving me a search code either
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clearwire connection issue
im trying to use a clearwire mobile usb stick here on a laptop i recently installed ubuntu onto i have the modem stick and the software stick however the files in the software only read for windows ...
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Why does Ubuntu think that my iMac is a laptop?
I recently installed Ubuntu 13.04 on my late-2010 iMac. I am dual-booting OS X 10.8.3 and Ubuntu. For some reason, Ubuntu thinks that my system is a laptop. Under the "Displays" settings, it only says ...
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Which is the best desktop environment for touchscreen laptops? [closed]
I bought a Asus Vivobook recently and I am planning to install ubuntu. In forums, many people have said that ubuntu works reasonably in this laptop.
I wanted to know which desktop environment is ...
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glitchy screen on laptop close
when ever I close the lid on my laptop, no matter if its in suspend or do nothing mode, it starts to glitch. when it glitches it goes black and comes back on when the mouse is moved around, but it ...
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I have no sound on my headphones, but i have sound on my speakers using Ubuntu 13.04 [duplicate]
I have an Hp pavilion dv6 laptop and my headphones are not working properly.
When i plug them in, there is no sound coming through them. But if i unplug them, the sound comes normally through the ...
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SMM BIOS module for ASUS Laptop
Is there any module exist in Linux Kernel 3.0 or above for accessing SMM BIOS of ASUS Laptops ?? Like i8k module is used for accessing SMM BIOS on Dell laptops.
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Backlight can't be adjusted 13.04
In Ubuntu 12.04 i was able to change the brightness of my laptop screen by using the FN + Rightarrow
all i had to do for that was include
GRUB_CMDLINE_LINUX_DEFAULT="quiet splash ...
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Boot sometimes hang in single OS Ubuntu 13.04
When I turn on the laptop, until a desktop interface appeared yet, it sometimes hang (freeze) or system not respond to start-up. Recently, I boot my laptop, but the screen won't turn on. However, my ...
