I apologize, but as I am a TOTAL newbie, and typing xf86config(or as the
manual says XF86Config)does not pull it up. How do I run this?
Sorry for the stupid questions.
At 10:54 AM 12/17/99 -0800, you wrote:
>Hi, Sam,
>
>I've always preferred 'xf86config' for configuration of X. See if that
>helps. Good luck,
>
>
>
>Hidong
>
>
>
>Sam Roza wrote:
> >
> > Hello All,
> >
> > I am new to the list, and am having difficulties.
> >
> > Last night I tried to install Linux-mandrake and it went GREAT, until I got
> > to X setup. I just can't seem to get my settings right. I am installing on
> > a Compaq Deskpro P166 with a soundblaster(this worked in the installation)
> > and a Cirrus logic video board(I don't know what chipset or RAM).
> >
> > The first time I loaded it, I got into KDE(X?) but the screen was so messed
> > up I couldn't use it, and I couldn't find a way to reset the video
> > settings. I was reserved and I ended up re-installing linux a few times
> > before I got a successful install.
> >
> > Now that everything is complete, and I can use unix(with my limited
> > knowledge of unix it is difficult for me), from a console to be ROOT, and
> > run Xconfigurator. After setting up Xconfig with my monitor's settings, and
> > having it probe my adapter(when it probes, the specs sound right), but then
> > the test screen comes up and asks "Can tyou read this message?" and I can
> > read the message, but the boxes below are all skewed...
> >
> > I got it looking decent and selected yes when it asked my if I could see
> > the message. Now it freezes when going into X...PLEASE HELP!!
> >
> > Regards,
> >
> > Sam Roza
> > Lead Customer Service Representative
> > (408) 527-2926
> > GE Capital - IT Solutions
> > [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Regards,
Sam Roza
Lead Customer Service Representative
(408) 527-2926
GE Capital - IT Solutions
[EMAIL PROTECTED]
