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18th Mar 2007, 17:30
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I'm looking to begin using Linux for my everyday OS. However, I'm running into some snags with my hardware.My video card is an Intel 82845g. It goes up to 1280x1024 in 32 bit mode. In Linux it doesn't go above 1024x768, which is an obvious frustration as it limits my desktop space.Intel's website has some drivers listed, but I am lost as far as which one to download and even more lost as far as what to do with the file once it is downloaded. The drivers can be found on the Intel site, readme provided is confusing to say the least, and I am new to Linux and the many, many acronyms and terms. I am using Ubuntu.Any help would be appreciated muchly. :)
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18th Mar 2007, 18:54
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Well, I can help get you started on this, my friend. Since you are using Ubuntu, do not choose the RMP, rather do choose the .tar.gz version. Run the install.sh from shell. For more help, join the community Linux Boards for free. See url below.
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18th Mar 2007, 19:20
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I'm running Ubuntu 5.10 with a GeForce FX 5900 and have my resolution set to 1280x1024. Use Synaptic (System > Administration > Synaptic Package Manager) to intall these packages:Miscellaneous - Graphical (restricted) > nvidia-glxMiscellaneous - Graphical (restricted) > nvidia-settingsOpen the terminal (Applications > Accessories > Terminal) and copy this into it:sudo cp /etc/X11/xorg.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf_backup sudo nvidia-glx-config enable Then open a new file (all one line):sudo gedit /usr/share/applications/NVIDIA-Settings.desktopPut this in the file, save, and close it:[Desktop Entry]Name=NVIDIA SettingsComment=NVIDIA SettingsExec=nvidia-settingsIcon=Terminal=falseType=ApplicationCategor ies=Application;System;Reboot and you should be all set. This is straight from the FAQ Guide which I linked below.
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