Re: [expert] Several Problems
Icebreaker wrote: Ok, I'm currently having several problems with my Linux box Here is what I'm running: Release: Mandrake-Linux 6.5 Kernel: 2.2.13-7mdk Machine: Pentium II 400 MMX (need any other info?) 1) Video Card: Sis 6326 a)I can only use 800x600 which is fine, but I get drawing errors when I use any other mode but my card claims it can support them I turned off my acceleration, which helped, but not completely I've been using 1024x768 on my SiS 6326 since RedHat 5.2, with few problems. A few things you might try: 1) Specify the RAM amount. If you have more than 4Mb, specify 4Mb, as the XFree driver only supports 4Mb (I Believe). 2) Specify a lower colour depth, try 8bpp (256 colours) and see if that works. 3) try software cursor. I'm running Mdk 7.0-2 now, so I can't send you my exact settings. Upgrading to Ver 7.0-2 will give better functionallity with the SiS 6326, as Xfree 3.3.6 supports it better. Trevor
[expert] Several Problems
Ok, I'm currently having several problems with my Linux box Here is what I'm running: Release: Mandrake-Linux 6.5 Kernel: 2.2.13-7mdk Machine: Pentium II 400 MMX (need any other info?) 1) Video Card: Sis 6326 a)I can only use 800x600 which is fine, but I get drawing errors when I use any other mode but my card claims it can support them I turned off my acceleration, which helped, but not completely b)I cannot display certain fonts ie. fixed, clean, ... The only terminal emulator I can run is Kvt, because I can change the font ( I'm using courier bold (it also won't display normal weight text in Kvt)) 2)Sound Card: C-Media CMI8738/C3DX a)it isn't detected when I run sndconfig (pnp autodetector) In Win98 it's listed as PCI and Legacy, but in BIOS it lists Legacy on the IRQ I can't even get this to work 3)Modem (possibly kernel) a)I know it is a winmodem, but apparently there is a module available through www.linmodems.org ltmodem568 When I try to install the module, it reports several unresolved symbols. Here is the report: ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol bh_mask ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol request_region ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol schedule_timeout ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol __wake_up ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol pcibios_read_config_byte ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_unregister_driver ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol __generic_copy_from_user ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_std_termios ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol schedule ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol bh_active ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol kmalloc ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_register_driver ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol probe_irq_off ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol release_region ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol kfree_s ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_get_baud_rate ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol __get_free_pages ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol boot_cpu_data ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol pcibios_present ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol free_irq ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol pcibios_read_config_dword ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol timer_table ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol panic ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol free_pages ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol do_gettimeofday ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol register_console ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol bh_base ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol do_SAK ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol cap_bset ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol interruptible_sleep_on ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol request_irq ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_flip_buffer_push ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol __verify_write ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_hangup ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol pci_find_device ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol simple_strtoul ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol sprintf ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_hung_up_p ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol check_region ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol jiffies ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol pcibios_read_config_word ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol tty_wait_until_sent ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol printk ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol add_timer ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol timer_active ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol __const_udelay ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol bh_mask_count ./ltmodem.o: unresolved symbol probe_irq_on Recently, someone else sugguested that I am using the secure kernel, and I need the 'normal' one. Which one is the normal one??? I reinstalled my orriginal kernel (listed above). Also, could someone please explain BeroList. I can set up the list, but when I try to mail to it. I get an undeliverable message error. Laterz! Icebreaker *** If ignorance is bliss, then why aren't there more happy people?
Re: [expert] Several Problems
On Mon, 10 Apr 2000, you wrote: Ok, I'm currently having several problems with my Linux box Here is what I'm running: Release: Mandrake-Linux 6.5 Kernel: 2.2.13-7mdk Machine: Pentium II 400 MMX (need any other info?) 1) Video Card: Sis 6326 Upgrade to the X server in Mandrake 7. It's supposed to have better support for SIS video chipsets. John
Re: [expert] Several Problems
I am using both a Phoebe Microsytems external with the TI chipset and a USR 5686-03 external fax modem both work well with Linux (and BeOS). John Icebreaker, I can only repeat what has been said about modems. Winmodems don't work in Linux too good. Yes, a win-linux-modem is being developed. The modem that does work for Linux very well, and right now, uses a TI chipset from Texas Instruments. Phoebe internal and external uses it on some models and the USR Sportster external 56K modem uses it. I can only attest to the USR external. It works in Windows and L-M6.0 without any problems. I turned it on and used KPPP the first time and every time thereafter. The money you spend on a TI chipset will more than make up for the aggravation you are experiencing right now. Pj
Re: [expert] Several Problems
Hm. Try the latest kernel on the Cooker. It contains the module you need for this (well I have a CMI8738 - and it works.) Kernel 2.2.15-0.18mdk Instructions for installing a new kernel are available on Mandrake User org. HTH Glyn M. On Mon, Apr 10, 2000 at 12:32:05PM -0400, thus spake Icebreaker: 2)Sound Card: C-Media CMI8738/C3DX a)it isn't detected when I run sndconfig (pnp autodetector) In Win98 it's listed as PCI and Legacy, but in BIOS it lists Legacy on the IRQ I can't even get this to work -- ** * "The soul is greater than the hum of it's parts. " * * Douglas Hoftstatder* **
Re: [expert] Several Problems
Next thing is, is there a site or something where I can order this? The local computer dealer adds heafty charges on ordering, let alone his personal markup -Original Message- From: John Connell [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Monday, April 10, 2000 4:29 PM Subject: Re: [expert] Several Problems I am using both a Phoebe Microsytems external with the TI chipset and a USR 5686-03 external fax modem both work well with Linux (and BeOS). John Icebreaker, I can only repeat what has been said about modems. Winmodems don't work in Linux too good. Yes, a win-linux-modem is being developed. The modem that does work for Linux very well, and right now, uses a TI chipset from Texas Instruments. Phoebe internal and external uses it on some models and the USR Sportster external 56K modem uses it. I can only attest to the USR external. It works in Windows and L-M6.0 without any problems. I turned it on and used KPPP the first time and every time thereafter. The money you spend on a TI chipset will more than make up for the aggravation you are experiencing right now. Pj
Re: [expert] Several Problems
Phoebe modems and a list of distributors: http://www.phoebemicro.com/ PJ
Re: [expert] Several Problems
Next thing is, is there a site or something where I can order this? The local computer dealer adds heafty charges on ordering, let alone his personal markup Phoebe Microsystems external modem with the TI chipset is model # CMV1456VQE-XV90. You can order this by calling Hi-Tech USA and ask Phoebe (coincidence!) to order you one, make sure you tell her it is the one with the TI chipset. It is also a good idea to email a confirmation as her English is a little hard to understand. I had mine within a weeks time. $52 with $10 shipping. I live in Michigan and they are in California. You can get thier phone # from thier website--- http://www.hitech-usa.com/
