Cannot boot from CD or external USB

[Nils Kassube]

Thomas Blasejewicz wrote:
> Conclusion:
> -> the hardware seems to OK
> -> the live CD seems to be OK
> Task: find a way to "run" the program and install the "damn thing"
> (14.04) .

There is a wubi.exe in the main directory of the CD. That is a program 
to install *Ubuntu inside the Windows partition. I have used it only 
once many years ago, so I don't remembder the details, but maybe it also 
allows you to install to a separate partition.

> Is there such a way to get into those programs, or do I have to be
> satisfied with 12.04 for eternity (in the not so distant future the
> community will tell me, support has ended and I should update my
> system ...)?

And then there is still the option to do a release upgrade without a 
fresh install. I know that many persons prefer a fresh install or have 
problems with the online upgrade, but I have used it many times and I 
would always prefer that option.


Nils