EisBlade
Member
Hi All!
I have an old Alienware D900T that I'm trying to breathe new life into and have downloaded MacPup 520 based off internet reviews. I'd like to test it out installed, but can't get past running as liveCD. Where is the Install icon located, how do I install this distro to the HD? Thanks in advance. JT
runtt21
Moderator
Is macpup going to be the only OS on your machine? There are several way to do this. I suggest doing a Full install.
This video will show what to do. In MP520 gparted is in menu/applications/system
And the installer is in menu/applications/setup/ puppy universal installer.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tq-ki7qLoao
Ignore any warnings about missing libs ,Macpup has everything it needs, that is just something the puppy installer does.
EisBlade
Member
Hey Runtt: Yes, I think so. Because it's an old XP-rated laptop, and the 2 internal HD's are SATA, I can't seem to get any Windows OS installed on it; yet, most all linux distros tried install just fine. That figures...lol My fav (LinuxMint) is too bulky and video is choppy, as is PCLinuxOS, so I'm left with going to lightweight to get full enjoyment out of it.
Okay, going to check the video and applications you mentioned now. Thanks greatly.
JT
EisBlade
Member
Wierd. Followed the video to install to HD, selected the icon to reboot...only I added a FAT32 partition and also choose NOT to save the personal settings file.
Upon reboot I received the following error with a blinking cursor. Me, a mega linux noob, sees any linux error as a challenge only to be answered/corrected by reinstalling with hopes that the second time around will be more successful. Tons of fun, and very time-fulfilling, btw. :) Oh, the error message is:
error: File not found.
grub rescue >
EisBlade
Member
I reinstalled, found a grub installer program I didn't use the first time around. I don't know much, but know I need grub as the boot manager. I think I went through that successfully (installed to ROOT, however), saved my personal settings file to another partition, and restarted. Bootup and....the same error. wth? Unable to do this on my own obviously so patiently awaiting feedback.
EisBlade
Member
I reformatted and reinstalled, this time installing to MBR (read: I followed directions from the video..ahem). A bit difficult to follow his accent, but it was a great video nonetheless. Once finished and updated I then found that I wasn't able to get videos to play smoothly from YouTube or CBS.com. Watching DVD movies was also choppy and practically unwatchable to any degree.
MacPup has been uninstalled and replaced with AntiX, which is also new to me. I went from Mepis to LinuxMint years ago. Anyways; Mepis AntiX worked right out of the box, is quick and attractive, and all video test ran smoothly. Jackpot. Video and simple web browsing is all this laptop will mainly be used for.
Thanks to all for your assistance.
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