Re: [ubuntu-studio-users] Introduction & Installation problem
On Mon, 13 Jul 2015 23:05:14 -0600 (MDT), jr...@telus.net wrote: >I ran a dual boot system years ago (with windows xp and debian) and >the only recommendation i'd make from that experience was to keep a >copy of your windows master boot record That's how my machine is set up too, MBR and no EFI, but many machines today don't use MBR any more and some machines as the OP's machine in addition need EFI boot. -- ubuntu-studio-users mailing list ubuntu-studio-users@lists.ubuntu.com Modify settings or unsubscribe at: https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-studio-users
Re: [ubuntu-studio-users] Introduction & Installation problem
Welcome.. It could be the version you are using. I have Ubuntu Studio Live (CD and usb) from Jan 2015 (latest version I've downloaded). Was the live cd, but I installed it on my flash drive using the Ubuntu program for this. It works and doesn't ask for a password. I've never had one that did - any linux live cd and normally can simply install. I've run the usb on Lenova xtablet with windows 7 on it without any real glitches... I read this...related to Ubuntu 12, but may help... http://ubuntuforums.org/showthread.php?t=2049926 there are some suggestions down the thread... I ran a dual boot system years ago (with windows xp and debian) and the only recommendation i'd make from that experience was to keep a copy of your windows master boot record (also on windows install disc) that way you can fix any glitches that might come up when mucking about... This was a long time ago...may no longer be relevant... not very helpful info...my apologies... From: agents4je...@gmail.com To: ubuntu-studio-users@lists.ubuntu.com Sent: Thursday, July 9, 2015 8:31:54 PM Subject: [ubuntu-studio-users] Introduction & Installation problem Hi, My name is Tony Bienstocke (pseudonym), and I really enjoy using Linux. Recently, I discovered Ubuntu Studio and have been trying to install it. (More on this in a paragraph or so) I am trying to possibly get into the publishing industry or the movie industry, and I thought that I could whet my appetite with Ubuntu Studio. I do have a bit of Linux knowledge, and I hope this will increase it. And hopefully, I’ll be able to contribute to this community as well. The only problem is I’ve had trouble installing it on my PC, so I have two questions. 1. What is the username for the “Other…” account in the live cd (in this case, USB)? I tried “Try Ubuntu Studio without making changes to your PC” and also the “Install Ubuntu Studio” and the OEM install. All three of them ask for a username and password of the “Other….” account. I tried “ubuntu” without a password, then “ubuntu” with that as it's password also, and it doesn't let me in. Personally, I think this needs to be changed where there is no login for the live usb/dvd. But in the meantime, what’s the creds for logging in? I googled around, but I couldn’t find anything. 2. I have a PC running Win8.1 and I want to dual boot with Ubuntu Studio on another partition. The only think that is making me wary is that I’ve read that UEFI, Windows Boot Loader, and some other things can conflict with the installation of Ubuntu Studio (or just Linux in general) and it's own bootloader. What do I need to be wary of? I’ve turned off fast startup, and I’ve also turned off Windows To Go. I am unable to turn off the Secure Boot, but the live USB seems to boot up fine. (I can’t log in, as you already know). Are there any guidelines or tips or even a step by step that someone could provide me? Thanks, Tony -- ubuntu-studio-users mailing list ubuntu-studio-users@lists.ubuntu.com Modify settings or unsubscribe at: https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-studio-users -- CONFIDENTIALITY WARNING: The contents of this message and the documents, if any accompanying it, contains privileged and confidential information intended only for the person(s) to whom it is directed. All other recipients are prohibited from disclosing, copying, distributing, or acting in reliance upon the contents. If you have received this e-mail in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete this e-mail from your system. Thank you . -- ubuntu-studio-users mailing list ubuntu-studio-users@lists.ubuntu.com Modify settings or unsubscribe at: https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-studio-users
Re: [ubuntu-studio-users] Introduction & Installation problem
On Thu, Jul 9, 2015 at 11:31 PM, wrote: > Hi, > welcome, tony! > > My name is Tony Bienstocke (pseudonym), and I really enjoy using Linux. > Recently, I discovered Ubuntu Studio and have been trying to install it. > (More on this in a paragraph or so) > > I am trying to possibly get into the publishing industry or the movie > industry, and I thought that I could whet my appetite with Ubuntu Studio. I > do have a bit of Linux knowledge, and I hope this will increase it. And > hopefully, I’ll be able to contribute to this community as well. > you should be aware of what limitations your specific industry may locally place on you. make sure you dont have the need for software that doesnt support linux, such as, protools.. we have many ample tools for most any work flow, and if you are "on your own", and dont need to work with others, you can use the tools provided with no issue. > > The only problem is I’ve had trouble installing it on my PC, so I have two > questions. > > >1. What is the username for the “Other…” account in the live cd (in >this case, USB)? I tried “Try Ubuntu Studio without making changes to your >PC” and also the “Install Ubuntu Studio” and the OEM install. All three of >them ask for a username and password of the “Other….” account. I >tried “ubuntu” without a password, then “ubuntu” with that as it's password >also, and it doesn't let me in. Personally, I think this needs to be >changed where there is no login for the live usb/dvd. But in the meantime, >what’s the creds for logging in? I googled around, but I couldn’t find >anything. > > there is typically no need to login to run the live iso, or install. what iso are you using? let me suggest the 32 or 64bit version from here http://cdimage.ubuntu.com/ubuntustudio/releases/15.04/release/ that fits your needs best. you can also check the md5 sum of the download to make sure you have a "good" downloaded iso. > >1. I have a PC running Win8.1 and I want to dual boot with Ubuntu >Studio on another partition. The only think that is making me wary is that >I’ve read that UEFI, Windows Boot Loader, and some other things can >conflict with the installation of Ubuntu Studio (or just Linux in general) >and it's own bootloader. What do I need to be wary of? I’ve turned off fast >startup, and I’ve also turned off Windows To Go. I am unable to turn off >the Secure Boot, but the live USB seems to boot up fine. (I can’t log in, >as you already know). Are there any guidelines or tips or even a step by >step that someone could provide me? > > i would say, sure.. be wary.. but, lets address that concern. why are you concerned? you dont want to lose your windows install, and 'break" anything. this is a fact.. that hard drive *will* fail.. they all do.. so, before doing *anything*, go ahead, right now, and make sure, all your data is backed up, and you have a way to reinstall windows, and/or, an image of that drive, and the recovery partition. keep in mind, though, this doesnt make things simpler for you, these are facts.. you are not promised by the creators of that computer that you can install linux, or any other operating system you choose. also, linux is not preventing you from installing it on the hardware, or, the creators of the hardware from supporting it... that being said, i suggest, plan for total failure, and you'll be ok, no matter what happens..you can refer to https://help.ubuntu.com/community/UEFI also, what i used to do, on a desktop machine, was simply have another hard drive that i would choose to boot from the bios.. this made me feel "safer", though, its not necessary, for sure.. or actually any safer. in my experience, ubuntu worked well with my uefi hardware. > Thanks, > > Tony > cheers, and welcome to the community.. let us know how it goes.. > > > -- > ubuntu-studio-users mailing list > ubuntu-studio-users@lists.ubuntu.com > Modify settings or unsubscribe at: > https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-studio-users > > -- MH likethecow.com -- ubuntu-studio-users mailing list ubuntu-studio-users@lists.ubuntu.com Modify settings or unsubscribe at: https://lists.ubuntu.com/mailman/listinfo/ubuntu-studio-users