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Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-22T02:29:53Z

Fobbio: /* Installation of Media Players */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import ftp://ftp.padua.org/pub/linux/Mirrors/fedora.redhat.com/releases/7/Fedora/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora
rpm --import http://download.fedora.redhat.com/pub/fedora/linux/extras/RPM-GPG-KEY-Fedora-Extras

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

The following steps are important, as the driver daemon can hang the system at startup. Add these lines to /etc/modprobe.conf

install ipw3945 /sbin/modprobe --ignore-install ipw3945 ; sleep 0.5 ; /sbin/ipw3945d --quiet
remove ipw3945 /sbin/ipw3945d --kill ; /sbin/modprobe -r --ignore-remove ipw3945

Next add this line to /etc/rc.local

/sbin/ipw3945d --quiet

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://ftp.freshrpms.net/pub/freshrpms/fedora/linux/6/freshrpms-release/freshrpms-release-1.1-1.fc.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-22T02:27:07Z

Fobbio: /* Updating the System */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import ftp://ftp.padua.org/pub/linux/Mirrors/fedora.redhat.com/releases/7/Fedora/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora
rpm --import http://download.fedora.redhat.com/pub/fedora/linux/extras/RPM-GPG-KEY-Fedora-Extras

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

The following steps are important, as the driver daemon can hang the system at startup. Add these lines to /etc/modprobe.conf

install ipw3945 /sbin/modprobe --ignore-install ipw3945 ; sleep 0.5 ; /sbin/ipw3945d --quiet
remove ipw3945 /sbin/ipw3945d --kill ; /sbin/modprobe -r --ignore-remove ipw3945

Next add this line to /etc/rc.local

/sbin/ipw3945d --quiet

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T20:23:17Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

The following steps are important, as the driver daemon can hang the system at startup. Add these lines to /etc/modprobe.conf

install ipw3945 /sbin/modprobe --ignore-install ipw3945 ; sleep 0.5 ; /sbin/ipw3945d --quiet
remove ipw3945 /sbin/ipw3945d --kill ; /sbin/modprobe -r --ignore-remove ipw3945

Next add this line to /etc/rc.local

/sbin/ipw3945d --quiet

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T18:57:40Z

Fobbio: /* Requires configuration */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T18:57:14Z

Fobbio: /* Requires configuration */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[1.3|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:55:17Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Fedora */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installing_Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux_4_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_Core_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:54:35Z

Fobbio: Installing Fedora 6 on a ThinkPad T60p moved to Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installing Fedora 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:54:35Z

Fobbio: Installing Fedora 6 on a ThinkPad T60p moved to Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

#REDIRECT [[Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:53:56Z

Fobbio:

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:52:10Z

Fobbio:

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

[[Catagory:T60p]]

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:49:16Z

Fobbio: /* Updating the System */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:48:39Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:47:52Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:47:27Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:46:51Z

Fobbio: /* Installation of Media Players */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:46:35Z

Fobbio: /* Installation of Codecs */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:46:15Z

Fobbio: /* Installation of Media Players */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:45:34Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

md5sum contents.iso
md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:45:11Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
yum install ipw3945
yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:44:43Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:43:43Z

Fobbio: /* Updating the System */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:41:45Z

Fobbio: /* Installation of Media Players */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:41:22Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:41:07Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:40:50Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:40:35Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:40:17Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:39:53Z

Fobbio: /* Updating the System */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# '''Note the # denotes a comment and should be left off when typing or copying the lines into the terminal'''
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:33:29Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG. You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:32:52Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:32:07Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.''' As root:

# '''Note: Please ensure the Wireless switch is set to ON before performing the following steps.'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

You may now set the wireless switch to off if you so desire.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:30:04Z

Fobbio: /* Hardware */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2330 MHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T03:04:12Z

Fobbio: /* Hardware */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Centrino Duo Compliant
*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:59:45Z

Fobbio: /* Requires configuration */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*[[Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU|FireGL Graphics Processing Unit]]
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:57:53Z

Fobbio: /* STUB Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive STUB */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:57:20Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== STUB Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive STUB ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

'''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.'''

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:56:23Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:55:45Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on!'''
# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.
'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:54:41Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

'''As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.'''

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:54:15Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

As with all other hardware configuration modifications, you should restart the system after completing this step.

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:53:10Z

Fobbio: /* Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

# For TrackPad functionality enabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg0.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf
# For TrackPad functionality disabled use this command:
# cp http://www.newyorktechnologies.com/kchalupa/xorg1.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installing Fedora Core 6 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:40:00Z

Fobbio: /* Installation of Media Players */

== Device Listing ==

=== Hardware ===
Lenovo ThinkPad T60p 2613-HQU

*Intel Core 2 Duo T7600 2.33 GHz with 4MB L2 Cache, Centrino Duo
*1 GB PC2-5300 DDR2-663 Main Memory
*ATI FireGL V5250 GPU with 256 MB GDDR3 RAM
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter

=== Works out of the box ===
*Both Cores are accessible, can be verified by ksystemguard
*Processor clock speed can be manually set with cpufreq-selector and verified with kinfocenter's processor section
*Main Battery (6/9 Cells) and ThinkPad Advanced UltraBay Battery (3 Cells)
*All PCI/ExpressCard/PCMCIA/SATA/USB 2.0 Controllers
*Intel Corporation 82573L Gigabit Ethernet Controller
*Intel Corporation 82801G (ICH7 Family) High Definition Audio Controller
*ThinkPad [[UltraNav]]
*Blue Tooth Mouse via hidd daemon
*Volume Control and Mute
*Access to USB Flash Drives and PSP System
*PCMCIA Adaptor for Compact Flash Cards
*Headphone Port

=== Requires configuration ===
*FireGL Graphics Processing Unit
*Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Mini-PCI Express Adapter
*Screen Brightness Control
*ThinkVantage Button
*Hot Swap functionality on UltraBay
*ThinkVantage Fingerprint Scanner
*IBM Active Protection System

=== Undetermined ===
*DVD-Multi
*VGA Port
*Microphone

== Installation and Device Configuration ==

=== Installation Instructions ===
Installation goes smoothly. X starts normally and all operations are normal. I recommend creating at least four partitions. Boot (100 MB, mount point /boot, Ext3 FS), Main (at least 8192 MB, mount point /, Ext3 FS) Swap (at least 2 times installed RAM, no mount point, swap FS) the remainder of space can be allocated to the final partition (/home) the last three, (/, /home and swap can be set together in an LVM, /home should be set up first.) Of course if Windows is to be also installed the partition sizes would have to be adjusted properly. Creating a separate partition for the home directory is recommended, although programs and such will be lost, all settings and User Data will be preserved in the event of a reinstall, provided the partition is not formatted at install. Under package selection, check configure packages now and make sure that the KDE Desktop Environment box is checked.

=== Updating the System ===
Open up a Terminal and run the following commands. They will import two important Fedora Release keys so that Package Updater doesn't halt updating.

# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY
# rpm --import /usr/share/rhn/RPM-GPG-KEY-fedora

After importing the keys, the first order of business should be to update the system. Click the Fedora Button and under System click Software Updater. Uncheck Gaim (Pidgin conflicts) and click Apply Updates. The system will take quite a while to update and requires input after the long wait to import gpg keys that packages have been signed by. If you didn't perform the previous step, later on the system will pause to get your input if it should import the two gpg keys.

=== Configuring the FireGL V5250 GPU ===

Firstly, the Package Repository and GPG Key for Livna should be installed. Perform the following commands as root:

# rpm -ivh http://mirror.atrpms.net/livna/fedora/6/i386/livna-release-6-1.noarch.rpm
# rpm --import http://dl.atrpms.net/mythdora/4.0/i386/os/RPM-GPG-KEY-livna

Next, you'll need to install the ATI drivers that are provided by Livna:

# yum install kmod-fglrx

You'll see packages that are needed for the driver to function and it will ask you to okay the installation. If the installation is acceptable type 'y' and hit enter.

If you see no errors after the installation you now must edit your xorg.conf file. It's located in /etc/X11/xorg.conf I've provided two xorg.conf files that work if this installation is performed as described. If however, the fglrx driver is not functioning, the system will ask you to view X output and then ask if you want to use a fresh configuration. It will ask for you to log in as root and will place a default xorg.conf file in the place of the new one. One disables the TouchPad and the other leaves it as functional.

The details of your GPU can be looked up with ATI's Catalyst Control System found in the System sub menu. It also certifies that direct rendering is enabled, or if the software renderer is being used.

=== Configuring the Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG Express Adapter ===

The Intel Wireless Card also requires installation as it's driver does not come pre-installed into FC6. To begin, you should import the Package Repository and GPG Key for AtRPMs. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://dl.atrpms.net/all/atrpms-package-config-117-5.fc6.i386.rpm
# rpm --import http://ATrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY.atrpms

Next Install the driver and firmware for the card. '''Note: the Wifi Switch should be on.''' As root:

# yum install ipw3945
# yum install iwlwifi

Next run system-config-network as root and create a new wireless connection and select Intel Wireless 3945 ABG.

=== Configuring the DVD-Multi Drive ===

It is apparent that the Matsushita DVD-Multi is not fully supported under FC6. Disks burned with the recorder are often error prone. Rarely does the md5sum check match. A handy way to verify the contents of a disk match those of the ISO that produced it is to perform the following commands: (may be FC6 specific)

# md5sum contents.iso
# md5sum /dev/cdrom

Note that /dev/cdrom is set up by cdrecord and an alias to the DVD-Multi. Also, to the best of the author's knowledge that Dual Layer DVDs can't be burned with the recording tools that come with Fedora Core 6.

== Installation of Media Players ==

Next the Package Repository and GPG Key for freshrpms should be installed. FreshRPMs along with Livna and AtRPMs will provide the packages necessary to create media functionality. As root:

# rpm -ivh http://zod.freshrpms.net/rpm.html?id=117
# rpm --import http://freshrpms.net/RPM-GPG-KEY-freshrpms

=== Installation of Codecs ===

Video and Audio codecs are important as they handle different media clips. Each clip is encoded with either an audio codec, video codec or both. Installing various codecs will give a better chance of having the proper components to play videos that you've recorded years ago from your DVR or whatever. A handy set of codecs for Linux have already been packaged. Half of the packages listed below are development versions, they're handy to have if future packages require them.

# yum install x264 x264-devel faac faac-devel xvidcore xvidcore-devel

=== Installation of Media Players ===

Media Players handle files and perform special operations. VLC for instance, can function as a media streaming application, suitable for transporting media throughout a wireless network. The Playstation 3 can make use of such functionality, although I'm unsure how to get things configured.

# yum install vlc vlc-plugin vlc-devel mplayer mplayer-devel

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:27:33Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installing_Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux_4_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:26:43Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installing_Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux_4_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Installing Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 on a ThinkPad T60p]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:25:59Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installing_Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux_4_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Installing_Red_Hat_Enterprise_Linux_4_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p]]
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:24:53Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:24:20Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installing Red Hat Enterprise Linux 4 on a ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:22:49Z

Fobbio:

This article covers the installation of CentOS 4.4 on a ThinkPad T60p. [[Red Hat Enterprise Linux]] 4 Update 4 should be exactly the same.

This article is not complete--I am editing it as I make progress on my installation. I just wanted to share the tricks I have discovered so far, and start a page where you can share your experience.

==Preparation==
Before you do anything else, boot Windows and create a set of Product Recovery disks. Even if you hate Windows, the next user of your computer may need it. When you need to restore Windows, you just pop in the the Product Recovery disks, and tell them to restore the computer to its original factory-installed state.

I used a set of CD-ROMs for this installation. The T60 can boot from DVD-ROM, so you can also use the DVD if you like. It also appears to be capable of booting from USB, but I could not get it to work for the purpose of installing Linux.

==Installing from CD-ROM or DVD==
Insert the first disk, and let it try to boot. If it hangs on "ACPI: Found ECDT", try again, but at "Install or Upgrade..." type:
linux acpi=off
If you still have problems (particularly if you later find that USB does not work), you might try adding "noapic":
linux acpi=off noapic
Automatic disk partitioning did not work for me, probably because I retained my Windows and Rescue and Recovery partitions. I just mimicked the partitioning scheme shown in
[http://www.redhat.com/docs/manuals/enterprise/RHEL-4-Manual/x8664-multi-install-guide/s1-diskpartitioning.html Section 4.16] of
[http://www.redhat.com/docs/manuals/enterprise/RHEL-4-Manual/x8664-multi-install-guide/ Installing Red Hat Enterprise Linux].

==What Works==
* SMP (dual processor kernel)
* e1000 Gigabit Wired Ethernet
* DVD-ROM

==Requires More Work==
* Intel 3945 wireless network adaptor

==Not Tested==
* Bluetooth
* IR interface

[[Category:Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:22:15Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60p|Red Hat Enteprise Linux 4]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]

Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p

2007-08-15T02:21:52Z

Fobbio: /* Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS */

[[Category:T60p]]
Specific installation notes for the ThinkPad {{T60p|T60p}}.

'''Note:''' you may want to look at [[Installation_instructions_for_the_ThinkPad_T60|Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60]] as the two models have lots in common, especially if your distro/version doesn't appear here.

==Distribution-specific instructions==

=== Ubuntu / Kubuntu ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Ubuntu and Kubuntu 6.06 Dapper Drake]]
*[[Installing_Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Ubuntu_7.04 Feisty Fawn]]

=== Red Hat Enterprise Linux / CentOS ===

*[[Installation instructions for the ThinkPad T60p|Red Hat Enteprise Linux 4]]

=== Red Hat Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_6_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora Core 6]]

=== Fedora ===
*[[Installing_Fedora_7_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p | Fedora 7]]

=== Gentoo ===

*[[Installing_Ubuntu_6.06_Kubuntu_6.06_Gentoo_2006.0_on_a_ThinkPad_T60p|Gentoo 2006.0]]