Kubuntu problems

RHochstenbach · 06-12-2007, 07:12 PM

After many problems, I decided to give Linux a new chance. So I downloaded the DVD of Kubuntu Gutsy (7.10).

It didn't detect the correct screen settings, even after installing the nvidia driver (the nvidia glx new driver). So I manually changed the type of screen. I got a Samsung Syncmaster 223BW. It wasn't listed, so I chose the 225 BW. After pressing Apply, the screen suddenly reported that there is no signal (I chose Digital, as it is connected using DVI). Even after a reboot, no signal.

What I wrong here guys? And if it's because I chose the wrong screen, how can I use the correct driver? The screen (223 BW) wasn't listed there.

donkey42 · 06-12-2007, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by RH

After many problems, I decided to give Linux a new chance. So I downloaded the DVD of Kubuntu Gutsy (7.10).

, however, Gutsy will not be officially released until next April the "real" 7.10 was Feisty, so, expect problems, personally i don't anything before it is officially released use DVD builds because they are not updated as regular as the CD's

Quote:

Originally Posted by RH

It didn't detect the correct screen settings, even after installing the nvidia driver (the nvidia glx new driver). So I manually changed the type of screen. I got a Samsung Syncmaster 223BW. It wasn't listed, so I chose the 225 BW. After pressing Apply, the screen suddenly reported that there is no signal (I chose Digital, as it is connected using DVI). Even after a reboot, no signal.

has Kubuntu automatically made a backup or your xorg.config, if it has, just rename the old xorg.config or don't start X and enter

Code:

sudo dpkg-reconfigure xserver-xorg

to reconfigure X before X starts

Off Topic:

Kubuntus Safe mode

BTW: trying to find a gutsy daily build .iso cos Feisty had one

Edit: BTW: i'm wrong, Feisty was 7.04 & Gutsy is 7.10, sorry

i'm still using Feisty maybe i'll upgrade, hmm :thinking:

Edit: 8.04 will be Hardy Heron, blame Windoze, it's responsible for nearly everything else!

RHochstenbach · 06-12-2007, 07:13 PM

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Kubuntus Safe mode

How can I get into safe mode? I can only choose between Kubuntu and Windows Vista.

donkey42 · 06-12-2007, 07:56 PM

well if you can't access it from your boot menu, <Ctrl><Alt><backspace> after you log out

Quote:

Wiki
Edgy and later releases contain Upstart as a replacement for the traditional init-process but they still use the traditional init scripts and Upstart's SysV-rc compatibility tools to start most services and emulate runlevels.

BTW: i've edited the quote from Wikipedia

Source

RHochstenbach · 06-12-2007, 08:10 PM

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Originally Posted by donkey42

<Ctrl><Alt><backspace> after you log out

Nothing happens when I press these buttons. And I can't log out because I can't see anything on the screen.

donkey42 · 06-12-2007, 08:32 PM

during the shutdown proccess click logout insted of shutdown

Quote:

Originally Posted by RH

I can't log out because I can't see anything on the screen.

if nothing on screen, just reboot by pressing & holding the power button for about 4 secs, however, your system may differ as the setting to shutdown the system after 4 secs is in the BIOS

BTW: personally i always use the safe boot method because i can't press Ctrl Alt Backspace because my right arm is Knacked

RHochstenbach · 06-12-2007, 08:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donkey42

just reboot by pressing & holding the power button for about 4 secs

I can reboot when doing that. But at reboot I can only choose between kubuntu and vista. When I choose Kubuntu, the screens loses the signal.

donkey42 · 06-12-2007, 08:50 PM

so, one way is: boot a LiveCD & mount your root partition and restore or rewrite your xorg.config & Kubun should boot fine

Edit: basically your xorg.conf needs tweaking, post it & i'll have a look at it

Edit: it may look like bad, but, it's not

RHochstenbach · 06-12-2007, 09:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by donkey42

mount your root partition

How do I mount a partition?

RHochstenbach · 06-12-2007, 09:35 PM

I've removed Kubuntu from my system, as it became annoying. I'll stick to Vista (never had problems with it).
Thanks anyway

donkey42 · 07-12-2007, 11:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RH

How do I mount a partition?

ther are many ways

create a directory like /mnt/kbunroot with[code]md /mnt/kbunroot[/quote]&
Code:
```
mount /dev/<partition you want to mount> /mnt/kbunroot
```
edit you fstab

although personally i'd run system settings from the K menu & goto advanced > disk & filesystems & click Admin mode - no password, & create a new mount point by selecting you root partition & click new and enter the new mount point a <ok>

BTW: i'm using Feisty, so, it may be different

BTW: HWF now ok, as i said

Addis · 07-12-2007, 07:50 PM

You really shouldn't be having those problems with it. It's those rare issues that piss me off.

Don't forget to try it again in future.

RHochstenbach · 08-12-2007, 01:39 PM

I'm giving openSUSE 10.3 a try. Hopefully that distro suits me better.

In the past I've tried Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Debian, Fedora and Mandriva, and I didn't like any of them.

donkey42 · 08-12-2007, 01:49 PM

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Originally Posted by RH

openSUSE

i've being meaning to try openSUSE but never got around to it, but, i think i'll get it & try it as a VM & see what it's like

BTW: it can't be bad because mega uses it

Edit: downloading 10.3 now

megamaced · 08-12-2007, 10:17 PM

I have been using openSUSE 10.3 as my main desktop of late. I've been running the KDE varient on my main desktop and the GNOME varient on my second machine. OpenSUSE is quite polished, it's got good hardware support and YaST is quite good, if a little slow. However something in the last week has changed my way of thinking about what a Linux operating system should be about. The other day I installed Ubuntu 7.10 Gutsy Gibbon in a VM at work and I absolutely LOVED it!! Yes I am refering to Ubuntu, not Kubuntu! Ubuntu and GNOME are so polished and integrated in such a way that it is perfection. The GNOME desktop is lovely. There I have said it!! Ubuntu 7.10 is an excellent distro in terms of it's simplicity and ease of use, but at the same time it gives you the ability to tweak a little further if thats what you like! Compiz integrates beautifully, the brown theme is attractive (in my opinion) and the desktop gives a general feel of professionalism.
My opinion about Kubuntu now is of somebody just lumping KDE onto Ubuntu and not given a second thought about it! Kubuntu is so far behind Ubuntu that it's a disgrace to associate it with Ubuntu!

In the new year I will remove openSUSE and crown Ubuntu 8.04 LTS as my main desktop. The LTS will ensure a stable release which I can enjoy until the next LTS release. Sure I will miss the KDE applications, especially Amarok and Kaffiene, but the integration and polish of Ubuntu GNOME is such that I can't resist it any longer!

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donkey42 Paranoid Geeky Geek Join Date: Mar 2006 Age: 34 Male Posts: 5,826 Times Helpful: 309 My Mood: Paranoid Status: Offline My Computer	so, one way is: boot a LiveCD & mount your root partition and restore or rewrite your xorg.config & Kubun should boot fine Edit: basically your xorg.conf needs tweaking, post it & i'll have a look at it Edit: it may look like bad, but, it's not __________________ GRUB manual \| Google Linux \| Distrowatch \| Linux Chix \| Kubuntu \| My Mini City Last edited by donkey42; 06-12-2007 at 08:57 PM. Reason: edit

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megamaced Geek Geek Geek! Join Date: Nov 2005 Age: 24 Male Posts: 3,467 Times Helpful: 352 My Mood: Fine Status: Offline My Computer	I have been using openSUSE 10.3 as my main desktop of late. I've been running the KDE varient on my main desktop and the GNOME varient on my second machine. OpenSUSE is quite polished, it's got good hardware support and YaST is quite good, if a little slow. However something in the last week has changed my way of thinking about what a Linux operating system should be about. The other day I installed Ubuntu 7.10 Gutsy Gibbon in a VM at work and I absolutely LOVED it!! Yes I am refering to Ubuntu, not Kubuntu! Ubuntu and GNOME are so polished and integrated in such a way that it is perfection. The GNOME desktop is lovely. There I have said it!! Ubuntu 7.10 is an excellent distro in terms of it's simplicity and ease of use, but at the same time it gives you the ability to tweak a little further if thats what you like! Compiz integrates beautifully, the brown theme is attractive (in my opinion) and the desktop gives a general feel of professionalism. My opinion about Kubuntu now is of somebody just lumping KDE onto Ubuntu and not given a second thought about it! Kubuntu is so far behind Ubuntu that it's a disgrace to associate it with Ubuntu! In the new year I will remove openSUSE and crown Ubuntu 8.04 LTS as my main desktop. The LTS will ensure a stable release which I can enjoy until the next LTS release. Sure I will miss the KDE applications, especially Amarok and Kaffiene, but the integration and polish of Ubuntu GNOME is such that I can't resist it any longer! __________________ "A computer is like air conditioning: it becomes useless when you open windows". ~Linus Torvalds

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