Paul wrote:
>
> On Sat, 22 Apr 2000, Matthew Clegg wrote:
>
> >I'm completely new to Linux and am having difficulties with the Mandrake
> >install program. When it gets to the point where it is supposed to test
> >X no window appears and the install program does not go back to the
> >previous step after a period of time as the manual says it will. I have
> >tried several different resolutions all with the same result so I don't
> >think that is the problem. I am running a Mitsubishi 15fs monitor and a
> >S3 Trio32/64 PCI, and would appreciate any help or links to sites that
> >may help.
>
> Sometimes it is better NOT to let the system probe the graphics card. I
> know that the S3 trio is supported. Try it again, don't let the probing
> happen. That should work (no warranty though, other things can be messing
> things up)
> Paul
>
Right, skip the probe !! I had the same problem with my S3 Trio.
Because I installed in TEXT mode, there you can skip it.
Eric
