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Re: [LUG] Installating Ubunto on an UMPC

 

Chris Tipney wrote:
> Rob,
> 
> I think I have a Desktop/Live cd which has the following menu choices:
> Start or Install Ubuntu
> Start Ubuntu in safe graphics mode
> Install with driver update cd
> OEM Install
> Check cd for defects
> Memory test
> Boot from first hard disc
> 
> The f-key selections allow boot options so what options do I need ?
> 
> The current boot line is:
> file=/cdrom/preseed/ubuntu.seed boot=casper xforcevesa 
> initrd=/casper/initrd.gz quiet splash --
> 
> Thanks,
> 
> Chris
> 
> 

Yep the Desktop CD doesn't have a text based installer as the entire CD 
is taken up by the desktop.

You'll need the Alternative CD iso from here: 
http://releases.ubuntu.com/8.04.1/ubuntu-8.04.1-alternate-i386.iso

Rob


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