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Forum: Linux - Hardware 05-18-2024, 03:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 34
Posted By beachboy2
rblampain, Go to Brother Support and search...

rblampain,

Go to Brother Support and search for Downloads & Drivers for DCP-1510.

Select Linux (deb).

Then select either Driver Install Tool or the appropriate scanner driver below this.
Forum: Linux - Newbie 05-16-2024, 11:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 182
Posted By beachboy2
Graham UK, I totally disagree with your...

Graham UK,

I totally disagree with your sentiments.

I have been using Linux Mint for many years and I can assure you that the use of terminal is minimal compared to many other Linux distros.
...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 05-16-2024, 02:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 177
Posted By beachboy2
joboy, According to the following link, it...

joboy,

According to the following link, it may depend on which kernel you are using:
https://askubuntu.com/questions/1162974/wireless-usb-adapter-0bdac811-realtek-semiconductor-corp

You...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 05-15-2024, 11:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 161
Posted By beachboy2
Cy10001, Are you able to boot from the...

Cy10001,

Are you able to boot from the installation media and then access Terminal?

If so, let us know the output of these 2 separate commands.

sudo nano /etc/fstab

blkid
Forum: Linux - Software 05-15-2024, 04:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 129
Posted By beachboy2
lvm_, Well actually I did read the whole...

lvm_,

Well actually I did read the whole article and I hoped it would be helpful to you.

As shruugy points out, you have been using apt-get as opposed to apt.

I hope you resolve your problem...
Forum: Linux - General 05-15-2024, 03:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 127
Posted By beachboy2
hazel, You should try EndeavourOS which is...

hazel,

You should try EndeavourOS which is based on Arch but has a user friendly installer (Calamares):
https://endeavouros.com/

https://distrowatch.com/table.php?distribution=endeavour

A...
Forum: Linux - Software 05-15-2024, 03:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 129
Posted By beachboy2
lvm_, A pretty comprehensive explanation...

lvm_,

A pretty comprehensive explanation here:
https://www.baeldung.com/linux/apt-packages-kept-back
Forum: Linux - Newbie 05-14-2024, 11:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 377
Posted By beachboy2
kevinbenko, Assuming that you are looking...

kevinbenko,

Assuming that you are looking for a desktop PC in the future, I would search for a new one which is supplied without an OS, such as this example:...
Forum: Linux - Distributions 05-13-2024, 02:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 227
Posted By beachboy2
linuxuser371038, Your mother will not go far...

linuxuser371038,

Your mother will not go far wrong with my default recommendation for new Linux users, namely Linux Mint MATE (or Xfce), assuming hardware is not bargain basement spec.

I do not...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 05-12-2024, 03:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 377
Posted By beachboy2
kevinbenko, As camorri mentions, you...

kevinbenko,

As camorri mentions, you probably still have a Legacy mode/CSM support option in the Boot Options in UEFI/BIOS. Look for the Boot tab.

Enable Legacy mode and disable Secure Boot.
...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 05-09-2024, 11:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 209
Posted By beachboy2
Orion2024, I find that Calamares is one of...

Orion2024,

I find that Calamares is one of the most user friendly installers around. I have used it on both Parrot (formerly Parrot Security OS) and EndeavourOS.

The installation instructions...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 05-07-2024, 08:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 344
Posted By beachboy2
linuxuser371038, Try using this for quote...

linuxuser371038,

Try using this for quote tags:

[B]
Forum: Linux - Hardware 05-07-2024, 03:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 344
Posted By beachboy2
linuxuser371038, Here is one on Amazon UK: ...

linuxuser371038,

Here is one on Amazon UK:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TP-Link-M7000-Portable-Unlocked-Management/dp/B089ZFZK5L/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8

Buy new and sleep easy at night!
Forum: Linux - Newbie 05-05-2024, 02:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 388
Posted By beachboy2
shinnen, Somebody here with a Dell laptop of...

shinnen,

Somebody here with a Dell laptop of similar vintage and having booting problems:...
Forum: Linux - Laptop and Netbook 05-04-2024, 03:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 170
Posted By beachboy2
richard7049, If you wish to install, for...

richard7049,

If you wish to install, for example, Linux Mint 21.3 MATE on your Intel NUC, then I suggest you look at the general procedure shown in post #4 here:...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-21-2024, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 176
Posted By beachboy2
Paraply, Is your Asus board similar to this...

Paraply,

Is your Asus board similar to this one where updating the BIOS will simultaneously update the corresponding Intel ME version?
...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-21-2024, 01:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 176
Posted By beachboy2
Paraply, Have a look at this earlier LQ...

Paraply,

Have a look at this earlier LQ thread:
https://www.linuxquestions.org/questions/linux-hardware-18/me-firmware-updates-4175726993/

Post #14 seems to suggest that the Asus BIOS update...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-20-2024, 02:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 222
Posted By beachboy2
ScarabianSkillcraft, According to the specs...

ScarabianSkillcraft,

According to the specs on this link, your Asus already has an SSD:
https://icecat.biz/en/p/asus/fx504gm-e4147/tuf+gaming-notebooks-fx504gm-e4147-76657168.html

Any noise...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-19-2024, 02:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 203
Posted By beachboy2
Red Squirrel, You may also find a used/new...

Red Squirrel,

You may also find a used/new SanDisk Image Mate 12 in 1 Memory Card Reader on ebay etc, such as this one:...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-18-2024, 02:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 294
Posted By beachboy2
hazel, The latest version of CUPS is 2.4.7...

hazel,

The latest version of CUPS is 2.4.7 or similar, so your Brother printer should still work using Brother's proprietary driver.

CUPS 3.0 is overdue and is not expected any time soon.
...
Forum: Linux - Laptop and Netbook 04-18-2024, 02:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 280
Posted By beachboy2
rnturn, The OP on this thread took extreme...

rnturn,

The OP on this thread took extreme measures and reset the CMOS battery which then allowed him to boot the laptop:...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-14-2024, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 307
Posted By beachboy2
Do note that DBAN does not delete the drive's...

Do note that DBAN does not delete the drive's hidden HPA (host protected area) and DCO (drive configuration overlay).

DBAN (formerly Darik's Boot and Nuke) was acquired by Blancco who now market...
Forum: Linux - Laptop and Netbook 04-14-2024, 03:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 156
Posted By beachboy2
Mookait26, Welcome to LQ forums. If...

Mookait26,

Welcome to LQ forums.

If rokytnji's suggestion does not highlight a particular problem, I would be inclined not to waste further time and simply reinstall Linux Mint (or try another...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 04-13-2024, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 307
Posted By beachboy2
systemsniper, Parted Magic will securely...

systemsniper,

Parted Magic will securely wipe both HDDs and SSDs using the Internal Secure Erase command on both Windows and Linux computers.

The Parted Magic download is a boot disk operating...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-13-2024, 05:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 531
Posted By beachboy2
Samdasti, Welcome to LQ forums. Do you...

Samdasti,

Welcome to LQ forums.

Do you have particular programs in Windows which are essential for you?

Is similar software available in Linux?

We would have a much better idea on how to...
Forum: General 04-09-2024, 03:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 340
Posted By beachboy2
Watch live: Post Office Horizon inquiry hearings...

Watch live: Post Office Horizon inquiry hearings | Tuesday 09 April 2024 (starts at 10.00am UK time, with a 3 minute delay):...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-05-2024, 02:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 335
Posted By beachboy2
vinifera, I appreciate that Qemu has the GPU...

vinifera,

I appreciate that Qemu has the GPU passthrough facility, but that does not mean that Qemu is "always recommended".

Like many others I use VirtualBox. I have not used Qemu.
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-04-2024, 10:23 AM
Replies: 16
[SOLVED] TP-Link AC1300
Views: 308
Posted By beachboy2
SimonWh, This BrosTrend AC1200 Linux...

SimonWh,

This BrosTrend AC1200 Linux Compatible USB WiFi Adapter - AC3L
has good feedback from Linux users:
...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-04-2024, 02:57 AM
Replies: 16
[SOLVED] TP-Link AC1300
Views: 308
Posted By beachboy2
SimonWh, Save yourself a lot of heartache...

SimonWh,

Save yourself a lot of heartache and return the TP-Link AC1300.

Then do a search on LQ forums or elsewhere to find a suitable Linux-compatible wifi dongle.
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-02-2024, 08:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 149
Posted By beachboy2
JDWheel, Highlight the list in LO. ...

JDWheel,

Highlight the list in LO.

Click on the Tools tab > click on Sort (alphamumeric and ascending/descending).
Forum: Linux Mint 04-02-2024, 03:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 393
Posted By beachboy2
Nishtya, Thanks for the mention of wattOS,...

Nishtya,

Thanks for the mention of wattOS, which I had never heard of before.

It uses LXDE and is Debian-based.

It sounds like a useful distro for older hardware and its reviews are...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-01-2024, 09:01 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,436
Posted By beachboy2
What you seem to forget is that many Linux users...

What you seem to forget is that many Linux users never even touch the Terminal. All they want is to have a reliable operating system and be able to use the internet and send/receive emails.

I have...
Forum: Linux - Newbie 04-01-2024, 03:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 335
Posted By beachboy2
wilmasman, Welcome to LQ forums. You do...

wilmasman,

Welcome to LQ forums.

You do not say what programs you wish to run in Wine.

It may be that Steam (or Lutris) can provide the required solution with regard to certain games.
...
Forum: Linux - Software 03-29-2024, 02:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 175
Posted By beachboy2
DavidMcCann & TB0ne, There is plenty of RAM...

DavidMcCann & TB0ne,

There is plenty of RAM (4GB) and it is 64-bit.

It is possible that nomodeset may help. I will wait to see if this occurs on another installation.
Forum: Linux - Software 03-29-2024, 04:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 175
Posted By beachboy2
Linux Mint occasionally fails to install, whereas MX Linux is fine

I regularly use bootable USB drives for Linux Mint MATE 21.3 and MX Linux 23.1 to make fresh installations on donated laptops (which are then given to a local charity).

The drives are always...
Forum: Linux - Laptop and Netbook 03-27-2024, 03:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 502
Posted By beachboy2
FenderGuy, The Lenovo T420 featured on the...

FenderGuy,

The Lenovo T420 featured on the link for Mountain Locals provided by rokytnji looks a good bet with an SSD as opposed to an older HDD:
...
Forum: Linux - Hardware 03-25-2024, 02:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 312
Posted By beachboy2
Visen, I agree with biker_rat. AMD...

Visen,

I agree with biker_rat.

AMD recommends a PSU rated at a minimum of 700W for that 7800xt gpu.
Forum: Linux - Newbie 03-24-2024, 04:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 227
Posted By beachboy2
BillMaxwell555, Welcome to LQ forums. ...

BillMaxwell555,

Welcome to LQ forums.

Alternatively, install Puppy Linux on a separate, partitioned USB drive as was the designer’s intention:...
Forum: Linux - General 03-22-2024, 05:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 292
Posted By beachboy2
pan64, This is probably not at all what you...

pan64,

This is probably not at all what you are looking for, but what a buy for a Linux user!

The seller, with whom I have no connection whatsoever, has 3 of these.

Effectively brand new...
Forum: Linux Mint 03-22-2024, 03:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 200
Posted By beachboy2
DiaNobb, Copy and paste the content of the...

DiaNobb,

Copy and paste the content of the crash report into your reply, noting to place CODE tags around it.

Highlight the text in the Reply to Thread box and then click on # (in the...
Forum: Linux Mint 03-21-2024, 11:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 200
Posted By beachboy2
DiaNobb, LM start button > Administration >...

DiaNobb,

LM start button > Administration > System Reports (also look at look at Crash Reports).
Forum: Linux - Laptop and Netbook 03-21-2024, 03:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 348
Posted By beachboy2
FenderGuy, Just to add that you may also...

FenderGuy,

Just to add that you may also need to disable Secure Boot (and Fast Boot?) as well as making USB HDD the first item in the Boot Order.

I prefer to pre-partition the drive using...
Forum: Linux - Laptop and Netbook 03-20-2024, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 348
Posted By beachboy2
FederGuy, I guess you are already reading...

FederGuy,

I guess you are already reading the manual:

https://www.manuals.co.uk/lenovo/ideapad-5i/manual

Your model does have a Novo button hole located on the right hand side, as opposed to...
Forum: Linux Mint 03-17-2024, 03:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 171
Posted By beachboy2
borgward, You probably would need to...

borgward,

You probably would need to reinstall certain programs if you went from LM 21.2 to 21.3. It is just not worth bothering about, IMO.

Just wait until LM 22 arrives is my advice.
Forum: Linux Mint 03-17-2024, 02:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 171
Posted By beachboy2
borgward, You are trying to make life...

borgward,

You are trying to make life difficult for yourself.

There is little point in "upgrading" to LM 21.3, IMO.

Just stick with LM 21.2 and then in June/July 2024 when LM 22 arrives,...
Forum: Debian 03-15-2024, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 234
Posted By beachboy2
You could ask on the Debian forums, if you have...

You could ask on the Debian forums, if you have no luck on LQ.
Forum: Debian 03-15-2024, 04:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 234
Posted By beachboy2
globetrotterdk, Installing...

globetrotterdk,

Installing kaccounts-providers (4:22.12.3-2 and others) in Debian KDE should do the trick:

https://packages.debian.org/unstable/kde/kaccounts-providers
Forum: Linux Mint 03-15-2024, 04:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 179
Posted By beachboy2
FenderGuy, As per michaelk's reply. I...

FenderGuy,

As per michaelk's reply.

I just deleted a file from my USB drive and then closed the drive.

I reopened the drive and there in the Trash file was the original file.

Unless you...
Forum: Linux - Software 03-14-2024, 07:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 206
Posted By beachboy2
I suspected faulty RAM and I have run memtest for...

I suspected faulty RAM and I have run memtest for 16 hours (see attached screenshot).

It produced 24 errors, including 10 of them on Test 7.

I have some replacement RAM on order and hopefully...
Forum: Linux - Software 03-13-2024, 03:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 206
Posted By beachboy2
What is this error in syslog?

I have been given an old Acer Extensa 5235 laptop and I successfully installed MX Linux.

I noticed on 3 occasions it showed a black screen in the middle of doing something, but the mouse pointer...
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