Ubuntu for use on a power mac g4
Hi Everyone, i am new to Ubuntu as i have been using windows 8. I would like to install Ubuntu on an Apple Power Mac G4 for a neighbor who cannot upgrade his comp anymore, but have got no idea how to...
View ArticleLinux on Mac: dual-booting/single boot and EFI vs. BIOS emulation
This thread is for people running into booting issues when installing Ubuntu on a Mac. There is a lot of information out there, but I did not find any satisfying one and would appreciate if somebody...
View Articleunlisted model mid-2010 17" MacBook Pro 6,1 -- out of luck?
I'd like to run Ubuntu on the thread title machine but it's not listed on the MactelSupportTeam wiki page. So I assume my Mac is not supported, but I thought it best to check.
View Article[ubuntu] Graphical issues with 3.13.1 kernel on Ubuntu 13.10 on MBP 9,1
Hello, I recently added an Ubuntu 13.10 installation to my OSX 10.9.1 and Windows 8.1 dual-boot on a MacBook Pro 9,1. It was hard to find documentation for installation on this model, as everyone seems...
View ArticleMacbook Pro 8,2 with intel i7, Radeon hd 6700M and Intel HD 3000
Hey all, So a little problem. I know overheating is a common issue in Ubuntu and Macpros with Hybrid Graphics. I used this guide here to install the Control Center. People have been saying their intel...
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[PPC] Does anyone test the upcoming Lubuntu 14.04 PowerPC?
Hi All, Does anyone test the upcoming Lubuntu 14.04 on a Power Mac? I test Lubuntu 14.04 on my NG Amigas. I've found three issues. 1. ibus-ui-gtk3 crashed with SIGABRT in g_assertion_message() ->...
View ArticleAccidentally 3-finger tapping
Hello, I am using Ubuntu 13.10 on my MacBook Pro Early 2011, and all works well. Except for one thing, when 2-finger scrolling, I keep accidentally 3-finger tapping the pad, and keep accidentally...
View ArticleDVD problems. Not able to make bootable DVD.
I have successfully installed Ubuntu on my Mac Pro, by downloading the .iso to my desktop, and re-directing the boot request to that file. Then installed 12.04 in Vbox without too many problems. But, I...
View Article[PPC] Failed install on Power Mac G4
I bought a used G4 at a second hand computer/Electronics shop. It came with everything minus the hard drive. I installed one of my own, and when I've been trying to install 12.04 PPC, I CAN't even get...
View ArticleProblems with graphics using Lubuntu 13.10 on my iMac G4 700MHz
I am looking to install Lubuntu 13.10 on my old PPC iMac g4 700MHz, but it won't even attempt to boot due to the graphics driver. I was able to successfully fix the graphics driver issues using the...
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rMBP 10,1 Broadcom Wireless Hiccups
Hello, I have Ubuntu 13.10 installed on my rMBP 10,1. Everything has been working perfectly except for the WiFi. My signal bar looks like this: Browsing is good, however, every 1-2 minutes the internet...
View Articleissues after upgrading to 12.04
Hello! I just upgraded my macbook 5.1 to the latest 12.04 lts and most of it works ok, but I have a few issues: - It doesnt find the wired internetconnection - Korganizer dont start. It says "Akonadi...
View ArticleMBP 11,3 Triple Boot - Ubuntu won't boot
I have a 15" MBP retina display (11,3) that I'm setting up to triple boot OSX, Windows 7, and Kubuntu. I installed ReFind, and installed Windows 7 using Bootcamp Assistant. I installed Kubuntu, 64 bit,...
View ArticleApple Cinema Display default sound output
Hopefully I can get help on this one at least here. Mac Pro Early 2008. Apple LED 27" Cinema Display. Upon boot it keeps sending sound out of the Mac Pro's internal speaker. I can select the LCD's...
View ArticleMacbook Pro 5,3 - Ubuntu install won't boot
Hello everyone, I am attempting to install Ubuntu 12.04.4 on my Macbook Pro 5,3. I created a live usb using dd, but on my mac it boots to a grub screen giving the options "Try Ubuntu" or "Install...
View Article[ubuntu] access to HFS+
Hi I'm doing due diligence prior to installing one of the ubuntu clan, I plan to dual boot on a mid2007 imac. In my looking through the forum and other information the most recommendations are to...
View Article[ubuntu] Some tips for running on Mac Mini 2011 (5,2)
My Mac Mini 5,2 (Mid 2011) is a rare one since it is the last one made with discrete AMD graphics, other models have Intel Integrated Graphics, even in the same Mid 2011 series. Having an AMD Radeon...
View ArticleWon't sleep
I'm having problems getting my Mac Pro Early 2008 to sleep. Sometimes it'll go to sleep (which is indicated from the PSU relay clicking and the power light pulsing), and then wake up. Other times...
View ArticleHelp please!!
I tried to sync my iphone with rhythmbox and i've lost all my music. I missread the commande. I wanted to import my music to my new computer. The files are still there but neither my phone nor my...
View Article[SOLVED] powerpc mozilla 25: typing sluggish after 12.04.1 upgrade
I upgraded to the 2-06-14 release of 12.04 day before yesterday. Last night I noticed that Mozilla had slowed to a crawl, with sluggish window launching and updates, and maddeningly slow typing...
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