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Does Linux even work properly on Dell XPS laptops? (lemmy.ml)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml to c/linux@lemmy.ml
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the more i am delving into things, the dell documentations are saying that the two really aren't compatible except for like an outdated version of ubuntu.... I never even thought about this, but looking back in time, I've tried many distros and the all have had some sort of internal issues that I couldn't figure out and had to wipe the disk and try a new one....

Considering it was a windows computer to begin with, is this causing problems with my Linux installations or is it more likely user error? Especially the firmware and driver side of things, as outlined in my prior post. Did Dell lock down their XPS laptops to basically only be compatible with Windows???? Im tired of distro hopping because of all the issues I have with other distros on my machine. I'm hoping you kind folks could help clear this up for me and offer insight? perhaps the bios needs some special configuring to help make Linux work as it should? Thanks

edit: whoops, I should clarify the exact model, I have an xps 13 9310 dell laptop

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago

thanks but I dont think either of my routers are dd-wrt compatible unfortunately

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[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Wow thanks for the info, sounds like some hefty stuff to learn lol. So I'm kinda broke and can't afford new hardware ATM. I only have a tp Link archer ax1800 WiFi 6 router and a belkin rt3200 because I read its great for openwrt. Wellll openwrt completely overwhelmed me so I never got a chance to properly implement it. One of these days I'll need to sit down with more patience and try to understand the firmware better

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (4 children)

So would a router running pfsense then also become my primary WiFi routers too? Or is it best to keep pfsense strictly as a firewall and have a separate router strictly for WiFi?

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago

Docks and dongs! Two things you ought love lol

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (6 children)

Thank you! Pfsense is one thing I'm confused about... Its a software, right? Does it matter the type of router you use it on? Or do you buy routers that specifically have it installed?

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Wow wow wow, you guys are light years ahead of me in the equipment department. I plan to learn and utilize a lot of that stuff but I was more interested in the smaller everyday things like chargers, cables, flash drives, adapters, etc lol still great info though. I was super intruided by supermicros server selection when I went down that rabbit hole. Truth is, I'm not nearly ready for a server yet.

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Hmm I always though western digital was pretty decent for hard drives?

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Holy crap thats crazy! Are simple things like surge protectors pretty much equal? Is there a point in researching brands for such a presumably simple thing?

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I hear Ugreen has a real nice one, but you're probably already aware of that.

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Very informative, thank you. Idk how you guys know all this stuff lol

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (3 children)

I need to look into GaN chargers. I keep hearing about them but not too sure why they're so popular

What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? in c/selfhosted@lemmy.world
[–] Macaroni9538@lemmy.ml 0 points 1 year ago (3 children)

Thanks. could you clarify the ram issue? you mean just by setting up a swap? and on board storage, are you referring to creating a separate partition for storage? how would you get all three distros to automatically store things on that drive?

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What are your go-to brands for any electronic, networking, computing accessories or peripherals? (lemmy.ml)
 

Hi all, since ya'll are self hosters, I'm sure you all deal with all sorts of different pieces of hardware, accessories, peripherals, and what not; just wondering if you could please share your favorite, solid, "go to" brands for overall things you need for your setup such as cables (all types), adapters, dongles, power accessories, hubs & docks, flash drives, you name it! I'm sure it varies depending on exactly what type of equipment you're looking for but just looking for overall good brands to stick with for such things. I obviously know the main ones like Anker, Cable Matters, Ugreen, maybe Belkin, Idk. Would love to hear your recommendations! Thank you

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