I'm trying to install Kubuntu on an older Toshiba laptop and I'm getting lines across the bottom of my display. I know this can be solved by using Frame Buffering. However as a complete newbie I don't know how to do it. I guess I open a console and then type in some command lines but just what do I need to do and within which console?
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Re: Frame Buffer
Hi,
I guess you mean that you'd like to use frame buffer driver for your video ?
If yes, you should first make a copy of xorg.conf
sudo cp /etc/X11/xorg.conf /etc/X11/xorg.conf.old
sudo vi /etc/X11/xorg.conf
in the section Device you should see a line with Driver, then replace what is in the quotes by fb (I'm not really sure)
Save by <Escap>+<:>+<x>
then restart your x
sudo /etc/init.d/kdm restart
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Re: Frame Buffer
@dms05: I suspect someone is pulling your leg, unless you're trying to use a framebuffer doing the boot phase when xorg is not available. The frame buffer is a promitive device that was popular in the days when graphics devices were MUCH less powerful than they are today. To use a framebuffer during boot, you can use a "vga cheat code" to display your Grub menu. But, since you ask look at this, or this HowTo (note the date).Comment
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