How can I permanently ignore a specific update for my HP dock?
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TechJunkie42
I'm having a real headache with my HP dock because every time there's an attempted update, it ends up bricking the dock. I've gone through four docks already, and this update just causes a rapid flash on the power button—no resets or power cycles help. I've tried to find out how to ignore this update permanently, but I'm stuck. I don't know the exact package name to prevent it from updating. Any tips on how to disable the driver update check?
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If you’re unsure about the update's name, using the "hold" command with apt can help. You might want to filter your apt list for HP packages, though it could show you a lot of results.
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What you're looking for is called apt pinning. You can pin a specific package to prevent it from upgrading. Check out this guide on it: https://wiki.debian.org/AptConfiguration#apt_preferences_.28APT_pinning.29.
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Make sure to mention your distro and any error messages when asking for help. Those details are crucial for troubleshooting!
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Which distribution and package manager are you working with? It’ll help narrow down the best advice for your situation!
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First off, try to provide more details about your system. What Linux distribution are you using, and what specific hardware is affected? It’ll make it easier for others to help you out. And avoid writing in all caps to get better responses!
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