If it runs linux, is certified to run linux, has linux preinstalled, has the devices you need, why would you have to return it?
If there is some odd bit of a card or capability you need, that is not listed in their specs, then ask them up front.
Your post is really confusing the issue.
--- John
Timothy Payne wrote:
My first question would be I'm going to install Linux is this a problem?. Sales will say "no problem :-)" and your next question should be "If I find that my OS can't ID your hardware and it's a nightmare can I send it right back?" Because, and get their name, said no problem, so don't start with the restocking charges or other fees.
If you tell them exactly what you want and what you are using this machine for, and they send you the wrong one they should pay to pick it up and refund your money. But, if you are not clear or leave information out it is your fault and you should be stuck with the machine because that's what you ordered.
Yes, I do hate returns. It costs me money because in essence I've sold something twice - out/in for $0.00, and I may have to refund shipping costs. No, I don't sell computers.
Tim...
On Fri, 2004-08-27 at 22:20, John McBride wrote:
Lotsa Cabo wrote:
I am looking to purchase a new laptop to use for Linux development on FC2. My requirements are...You could send your list to one of the companies specializing in linux laptops and see what they have to say. They also have plenty of info online.
= 1.5 GHz
= 1.0 GB
= 60 GB HD
= 1200 x 1024 NATIVE resolution
CD-RW/DVD-ROM (minimum) Wireless (11Mb or 54Mb), 10/100/1000 NIC, sound, USB 2.0, PCMCIA Bluetooth would be nice Flawless functionality with FC2 and/or RH9
Any "tried and true" suggestions?
http://www.emperorlinux.com/ http://www.linuxcertified.com/linux_laptops.html
I have heard decent things about both of these shops, but I have not used their services, nor am I afilliated with either one.
--- John
