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GNU/Linux pre-installation checklist
GNU/Linux pre−installation checklist
algolog (at) hd1.vsnl.net.in
Revision History
Revision 2.6.0
28 November 2000
Revised by:
Initial release using docbook sgml.
This document provides a checklist for installing GNU/Linux (hereafter referred to as Linux) as well as hints
and tips along the way. Translations in Japanese, Dutch, and French are available in Section 1.3 . The most
current version of this checklist will be posted online at: http://members.tripod.com/~algolog/lnxchk.htm .
Sgml source for this document is located here .
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GNU/Linux pre−installation checklist
Table of Contents
1. Introduction. ....................................................................................................................................................1
1.1. Copyright Information. .....................................................................................................................1
1.2. Disclaimer. ........................................................................................................................................1
1.3. Translations. ......................................................................................................................................2
1.4. Acknowledgements. ..........................................................................................................................2
1.5. Who should read/use this?. ...............................................................................................................2
1.6. What does this checklist (aim to) achieve?. ......................................................................................3
1.7. Where do I find more about Linux?. .................................................................................................3
1.8. Conventions used. .............................................................................................................................3
2. Linux pre−installation checklist. ...................................................................................................................5
2.1. Before you fill out the checklis. .......................................................................................................5
2.2. About you .........................................................................................................................................5
2.3. General. .............................................................................................................................................6
2.4. Mouse. ...............................................................................................................................................6
2.5. CD−ROM.. ........................................................................................................................................6
2.6. Floppy drives. ...................................................................................................................................7
2.7. Tape drives. .......................................................................................................................................7
2.8. Disk drives. .......................................................................................................................................7
2.9. Video Display Units (Monitor and controller.. ................................................................................7
2.10. Networking .....................................................................................................................................8
2.11. Printers. ...........................................................................................................................................8
2.12. Laptops. ...........................................................................................................................................8
2.13. Miscellaneous .................................................................................................................................9
2.14. Feedback. ........................................................................................................................................9
3. What next...?. .................................................................................................................................................10
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1. Introduction
Are you a Linux newbie ? Are you a Linux guru ? In both cases, you will find this checklist of great help to
you. How many times have you found yourself fumbling in the middle of a Linux installation process,
because some vital information about the target hardware is not known ?
Have you ever crossed your fingers when you were asked by the installation procedure, a simple question,
like: to which COM port is the mouse connected ?
Let's face it, all of us have, at one time or another, felt we should have been better prepared before starting to
install Linux. Here is a simple solution, brought to you by Algologic Research & Solutions
1.1. Copyright Information
This document is copyrighted (c) 2000 Algologic Research & Solutions and is distributed under the terms of
the Linux Documentation Project (LDP) license, stated below.
Unless otherwise stated, Linux HOWTO documents are copyrighted by their respective authors. Linux
HOWTO documents may be reproduced and distributed in whole or in part, in any medium physical or
electronic, as long as this copyright notice is retained on all copies. Commercial redistribution is allowed and
encouraged; however, the author would like to be notified of any such distributions.
All translations, derivative works, or aggregate works incorporating any Linux HOWTO documents must be
covered under this copyright notice. That is, you may not produce a derivative work from a HOWTO and
impose additional restrictions on its distribution. Exceptions to these rules may be granted under certain
conditions; please contact the Linux HOWTO coordinator at the address given below.
In short, we wish to promote dissemination of this information through as many channels as possible.
However, we do wish to retain copyright on the HOWTO documents, and would like to be notified of any
plans to redistribute the HOWTOs.
If you have any questions, please contact < linux−howto@metalab.unc.edu >
1.2. Disclaimer
No liability for the contents of this documents can be accepted. Use the concepts, examples and other content
at your own risk. As this is a new edition of this document, there may be errors and inaccuracies, that may of
course be damaging to your system. Proceed with caution, and although this is highly unlikely, the author(s)
do not take any responsibility for that.
All copyrights are held by their respective owners, unless specifically noted otherwise. Use of a term in this
document should not be regarded as affecting the validity of any trademark or service mark.
Naming of particular products or brands should not be seen as endorsements.
You are strongly recommended to make a backup of your system before major installation and continue to do
so at regular intervals.
1. Introduction
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1.3. Translations
This checklist is available in:
· Japanese as a text−only or html version.
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Dutch as html .
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French as html .
1.4. Acknowledgements
Algologic acknowledges with gratitude the useful suggestions and inputs from many members of the Linux
community, for preparation of this checklist. This checklist is proof of the cooperation and goodwill which
exists between Linux users. Algologic submits this checklist to the Linux community, as a humble tribute to
the spirit of Linux. Many thanks to the following people:
Mrs. Chie Nakatani for the translation into Japanese. You can also visit her home page by clicking
· Pierre−Charles David for the translation into French. < david (at) essi.fr >
·
Linux werkgroep HCC afdeling Groningen for the translation into Dutch.
·
Jesse Goerz for converting the document to docbook sgml. < jgoerz (at)
1.5. Who should read/use this?
If you are planning to install Linux on somebody else's machine, or in a location which is not your own work
place, you must absolutely get this checklist completed in advance. It is important to get this questionnaire
answered by your host, so that you go adequately prepared for the installation.
If you are planning to organize an "Install fest" (we Indians call it "Linux mela"), ask your participants to
come with this checklist answered.
Conversely, if you are going to an Install fest (aka Linux mela), to get Linux installed on your machine, do
your home−work. Go with answers to this checklist.
If you are going to ask someone to come over and install Linux for you, send him/her this questionnaire with
as many responses as you know.
If you are the D−I−Y type, you must start by answering all these questions, so that you can save time for
enjoying your Linux!
1.3. Translations
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1.6. What does this checklist (aim to) achieve?
This is a memory aid which may make installation of Linux a pleasant experience for you. It fills an
important role in the promotion of Linux.
It will help you to be prepared with all the answers which may be needed during the course of installation of
Linux on your machine or on anybody else's machine. Sometimes, it is very inconvenient and even
impossible to find out some details in the middle of an installation procedure. This becomes all the more
difficult when you are installing Linux on somebody else's machine, and in somebody else's office.
This checklist, when filled up, will help you go through your Linux documentation and verify in advance
whether certain hardware is supported by the distribution you are planning to install. It will also help you to
be prepared with the packages you would need to install, and the configuration choices which need to be
done.
The idea is to reduce the chances of frustrating surprises.
This checklist is only for installing Linux on PCs. You may use this checklist as a model for other classes of
machines (e.g.SUN, Alpha, ...) also.
1.7. Where do I find more about Linux?
If you want professional (PAID) help with Linux −− ask Algologic . Algologic Research & Solutions is listed
in the official CONSULTANTS−HOWTO of the Linux Documentation Project .
This checklist does not give any details about hardware compatible with Linux, or other details about actually
procuring or installing Linux. If you want details, please reference the Linux hardware howto , the
Distribution howto , and the Installation howto , which are all located online at the Linux Documentation
Project.
If you are the impatient type, and want help on installation directly, please reference Section 3 and skip the
pre−installation checklist.
ATTENTION: We are actually overwhelmed by the number of general inquiries about procuring, installing
and using Linux. We DO NOT answer such general mail. We strongly advise you to check out the Linux
Documentation Project for finding other sources of help. Please DO NOT send us any general Linux
questions.
1.8. Conventions used
WARNING!
Warnings are admonitions which if disregarded, will result in an inoperable system , which may or may not
be recoverable.
1.6. What does this checklist (aim to) achieve?
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