-I do not know the model but I think it is a new "SPECIAL" I was quoted $998 for the 256 meg ram plus around $70 for the other 256 meg. The proccesser maybe a 1.4 or 1.6 thanks for the link and idea of trying a live cd in store ----- Original Message Follows -----

On Mon, 2006-03-06 at 17:31 +1300, jaytee(a)clear.net.nz

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wrote: Hi All I am thinking seriously about buying an entry level Acer 1.5mhz 40gig hd 512meg ram wifi enabled laptop from DSE and wondered if it would be suitable to run a Ubuntu system.(Breezy)

You don't mention the particular model you are intending to purchase which makes it hard to answer the question. I can't find a model that matches the specs you list above on DSEs website either.

Ubuntu's laptop support page for Acer at: https://wiki.ubuntu.com/HardwareSupportMachinesLaptopsAcer

indicates that there is a wide range in the level of support with some models working almost perfect, others not so well.

The best strategy would be to take the Ubuntu live CD along to DSE and try it in the laptop in question.

Regards

-- Matt Brown matt(a)mattb.net.nz Mob +64 21 611 544 www.mattb.net.nz

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