Hey everyone! I'm eager to run Ubuntu on my computer, which was built primarily for Windows. However, I'm facing a bunch of compatibility issues like missing Wi-Fi drivers, kernel problems, and freezing. Has anyone dealt with similar issues and found effective ways to run Linux on hardware that's not ideally designed for it? I'd love to hear your experiences and any tips you could share!
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The Arch wiki has a solid write-up on the ASUS Rog Strix G17 (2022). It might just have the information you need to sort things out with your setup!
It could be that you're dealing with a restricted driver situation. Make sure to enable those repositories! You can find more info about that on the Ubuntu community page. Also, try running this command in your terminal: `sudo ubuntu-drivers autoinstall` to get the necessary drivers installed.
Which version of Ubuntu did you try installing? Sometimes specific versions can handle hardware better than others.
Oops, I forgot to mention! I think it was around version 20.04. I'm back to Windows for now, but I find its constant updates annoying, and mixing apps with adware is frustrating. I often reminisce about using Linux.
It sounds like you're in a bit of a pickle with those compatibility issues, but don’t despair! If your PC is a bit older, there's a good chance someone else has figured out how to get Linux working on it. I suggest doing some digging for documentation or tips that could help you out. If you share the specific model of your computer and details about your Wi-Fi and video adapters, we might be able to find more tailored advice for you!
Thanks for the encouragement! My laptop is an ROG Strix G713RC, and my Wi-Fi adapter is MediaTek.
Your response really gives me motivation to keep trying!
Yo, thanks for the tip!